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Designed to streamline the connection of stereo instruments and high-impedance sources to a DAW or mixing console, the DIB-490 utilizes 48V Phantom Power to deliver an active, high-headroom signal path that preserves the transient response and frequency content of your source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized for Stereo Sources.\u003c\/strong\u003e This dual-channel unit is the ideal solution for stereo keyboards, synthesizers, and drum machines, or for connecting two separate mono instruments (like a bass and guitar) through a single box. 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