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The Radial JDX Reactor™ is a direct box designed to capture the explosive dynamics and warmth of an electric guitar amplifier by connecting between the guitar amp head and speaker cabinet. This delivers a sound that is similar to a well placed microphone while eliminating the frustrating inconsistencies.
The design begins with 100% discrete class-A circuitry and a transformer-coupled 'reactive load' that captures both the sound from the amp head along with the back electromagnetic impulse from the loudspeaker. This produces a more realistic rendering than the usual resistive pad offered by other manufacturers. The signal is then processed via a carefully designed multi-stage filter to emulate the tone of a 4x12 half stack cabinet.
In use, the JDX delivers greater consistency over a typical microphone as irregularities such as mic placement and varying acoustics no longer play the dominant role on stage. This is most appreciated when using in-ear monitors as the tone remains consistent from one show to the next, resulting in shorter setup times and a more comfortable audio feed for the artist.
Although originally designed for guitar, the JDX has also become a favorite on bass. The clarity and punch in the lower mid range delivers a tone that is reminiscent of an Ampeg SVT connected to an 8x10 cabinet. On guitar it sounds as if you have a Shure SM57 in front of a Marshall half-stack.
The JDX Reactor is easy to set up, delivers great sound and is consistent.
Details
Key Features:
- Captures the sound of the head and the cabinet
- Delivers consistent tone show after show
- Works equally well on electric guitar and bass
- Great for recording direct without a mic
Specifications:
| Audio circuit type: | Discrete Class-A - Transformer Isolated |
| Frequency response: | Shaped for Guitar Use |
| Dynamic range: | 114dB |
| Noise floor: | -100dBu below 0dbu |
| Maximum input: | 600W @ 4? 300W @ 8? 150W @ 16? |
| Maximum output: | +14dBu (clip level) |
| Thermal input limit: | +49 VAC (from amplifier) |
| Total harmonic distortion: | <0.015% (+10dBu input @ 1KHz) |
| Inter-modulation distortion: | 0.03% (+10dBu input @ 1KHz) |
| Input impedance: | 15k? |
| Output impedance: | 2k? (XLR out) |
| 180° polarity reverse: | Inverts signal polarity at the XLR output |
| Ground lift: | Disconnects ground at the input transformer |
| Filter: | Active speaker emulation band-pass filter |
| XLR configuration: | AES standard (pin-2 hot) |
| Power: | +15VDC/400mA adapter Included |
| Construction: | 14 gauge steel chassis and outer shell, baked enamel finish |
| Size: | 5" x 6.25" x 2" (127 x 159 x 51mm) |
| Weight: | 2.80lbs (1.28 kg) |
| Warranty: | Radial 3-year, transferable |
Details
Description
Details
The Radial JDX Reactor™ is a direct box designed to capture the explosive dynamics and warmth of an electric guitar amplifier by connecting between the guitar amp head and speaker cabinet. This delivers a sound that is similar to a well placed microphone while eliminating the frustrating inconsistencies.
The design begins with 100% discrete class-A circuitry and a transformer-coupled 'reactive load' that captures both the sound from the amp head along with the back electromagnetic impulse from the loudspeaker. This produces a more realistic rendering than the usual resistive pad offered by other manufacturers. The signal is then processed via a carefully designed multi-stage filter to emulate the tone of a 4x12 half stack cabinet.
In use, the JDX delivers greater consistency over a typical microphone as irregularities such as mic placement and varying acoustics no longer play the dominant role on stage. This is most appreciated when using in-ear monitors as the tone remains consistent from one show to the next, resulting in shorter setup times and a more comfortable audio feed for the artist.
Although originally designed for guitar, the JDX has also become a favorite on bass. The clarity and punch in the lower mid range delivers a tone that is reminiscent of an Ampeg SVT connected to an 8x10 cabinet. On guitar it sounds as if you have a Shure SM57 in front of a Marshall half-stack.
The JDX Reactor is easy to set up, delivers great sound and is consistent.
Specifications
Details
Key Features:
- Captures the sound of the head and the cabinet
- Delivers consistent tone show after show
- Works equally well on electric guitar and bass
- Great for recording direct without a mic
Specifications:
| Audio circuit type: | Discrete Class-A - Transformer Isolated |
| Frequency response: | Shaped for Guitar Use |
| Dynamic range: | 114dB |
| Noise floor: | -100dBu below 0dbu |
| Maximum input: | 600W @ 4? 300W @ 8? 150W @ 16? |
| Maximum output: | +14dBu (clip level) |
| Thermal input limit: | +49 VAC (from amplifier) |
| Total harmonic distortion: | <0.015% (+10dBu input @ 1KHz) |
| Inter-modulation distortion: | 0.03% (+10dBu input @ 1KHz) |
| Input impedance: | 15k? |
| Output impedance: | 2k? (XLR out) |
| 180° polarity reverse: | Inverts signal polarity at the XLR output |
| Ground lift: | Disconnects ground at the input transformer |
| Filter: | Active speaker emulation band-pass filter |
| XLR configuration: | AES standard (pin-2 hot) |
| Power: | +15VDC/400mA adapter Included |
| Construction: | 14 gauge steel chassis and outer shell, baked enamel finish |
| Size: | 5" x 6.25" x 2" (127 x 159 x 51mm) |
| Weight: | 2.80lbs (1.28 kg) |
| Warranty: | Radial 3-year, transferable |