--- product_id: 51955150 title: "Technologies S-Max MDA1 - Mono Active Direct Box, SAMDA1" brand: "samson" price: "843 kr" currency: DKK in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 category: "Samson" url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/51955150-technologies-s-max-mda1-mono-active-direct-box-samda1 store_origin: DK region: Denmark --- # Balanced XLR output 2-position attenuation switch 14-gauge steel chassis Technologies S-Max MDA1 - Mono Active Direct Box, SAMDA1 **Brand:** samson **Price:** 843 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎸 Elevate your sound game with Samson’s road-ready, studio-grade DI box! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Technologies S-Max MDA1 - Mono Active Direct Box, SAMDA1 by samson - **How much does it cost?** 843 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/51955150-technologies-s-max-mda1-mono-active-direct-box-samda1) ## Best For - samson enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted samson brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Tour-Proof Durability:** Built with a rugged all-metal, impact-resistant 14-gauge steel chassis to survive the road warrior lifestyle. - • **Noise-Free Connectivity:** Balanced XLR output ensures ultra-clean, long-distance signal transmission with minimal interference. - • **Seamless Signal Routing:** 1/4" input and thru jack let you split your signal without compromise—perfect for in-ear monitoring or amp feeds. - • **Versatile Power Options:** Runs on 48V phantom power or 9V battery, giving you flexible setup choices for studio or stage. - • **Precision Signal Control:** 2-position 0dB/-15dB attenuation switch adapts effortlessly to any instrument output for pristine sound clarity. ## Overview The Samson S-Max MDA1 Mono Active Direct Box delivers professional-grade audio performance with its active circuitry that preserves instrument tone across a wide frequency range (18Hz-35kHz). Housed in a durable 14-gauge steel chassis, it offers flexible power options (phantom or battery), a 2-position attenuation switch for signal optimization, and balanced XLR output for noise-resistant, long cable runs—ideal for live and studio environments. ## Description To The Max. Samson 's MDA1 Mono Active Direct Box combines premium sound circuitry with durable, roadworthy construction, providing high-quality signal connection solutions for live sound and recording studio applications. The MDA1 operates on either batteries or phantom power and allows clean, balanced lines to be sent from your guitars and basses. Active Operation The active MDA1 provides an even frequency response on any audio signal you connect to regardless of its output impedance. As such, the MDA1 is ideal for connecting instruments with passive pickups, which have very high impedances, by preserving the top endof the instrument's frequency response. The MDA1's balanced output provides a clean signal that is less susceptible to noise than an unbalanced line, allowing for longer cable runs. In addition, a 2-position 0dB/-15dB attenuation switch lets you adapt the MDA1 to a wide variety of signals. Thru Jack The MDA1's Thru jack enables you to tap off the signal from the input and pass the signal to an amplifier or monitor without affecting the original audio. This can eliminate the need for miking guitar amplifiers, which depending on your application may be preferable, especially as more musicians are using in-ear monitors. Roadworthy Construction Housed in a 14-gauge steel chassis, the MDA1 is built to withstand the abuse of the most demanding live tours. Its rigid outer shell protects all the MDA1's internal connections, switches and solder joints from failure, ensuring quiet, reliable performance. All-metal, impact resistant design 2-position 0dB/-15dB attenuation switch Ground Lift switch 1/4" Input and Thru Balanced XLR output 48V Phantom and 9V Battery power options Frequency response of 18Hz35kHz Samson's MDA1 Mono Active Direct Box combines premium sound circuitry with durable, roadworthy construction, providing high-quality signal connection solutions for live sound and recording studio applications. The MDA1 operates on either batteries or phantom power and allows clean, balanced lines to be sent from your guitars and basses. The active MDA1 provides an even frequency response on any audio signal you connect to regardless of its output impedance. As such, the MDA1 is ideal for connecting instruments with passive pickups, which have very high impedances, by preserving the top end of the instrument's frequency response. The MDA1's balanced output provides a cleansignal that is less susceptible to noise than an unbalanced line, allowing for longer cable runs. In addition, a 2-position 0dB/-15dB attenuation switch lets you adapt the MDA1 to a wide variety of signals. The MDA1's Thru jack enables you to tap off the signal from the input and pass the signal to an amplifier or monitor without affecting the original audio. This can eliminate the need for miking guitar amplifiers, which depending on your application may be preferable, especially as more musicians are using in-ear monitors. Housed in a 14-gauge steel chassis, the MDA1 is built to withstand the abuse of the most demanding live tours. Its rigid outer shell protects all the MDA1's internal connections, switches and solder joints from failure, ensuring quiet, reliable performance. All-metal, impact resistant design 2-position 0dB/-15dB attenuation switch Ground Lift switch 1/4' Input and Thru Balanced XLR output 48V Phantom and 9V Battery power options Frequency response of 18Hz35kHz . Review: Great active DI - Very good active DI, clean sound, plenty of headroom, small, easy to use. Review: the signal to noise ratio is very poor. The Hiss it generates made it unusable for ... - Not sure why it's getting such glowing reviews, the signal to noise ratio is very poor. The Hiss it generates made it unusable for us. ## Features - All-metal, impact resistant design - 2-position 0dB/-15dB attenuation switch - Ground Lift switch - 1/4" Input and Thru - Balanced XLR output ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B015OGAID8 | | Best Sellers Rank | 42,984 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 39 in DI Units | | Colour | Blue | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (420) | | Date First Available | 22 Sept. 2015 | | Item Weight | 590 g | | Item model number | SAMDA1 | | Voltage | 9 | ## Images ![Technologies S-Max MDA1 - Mono Active Direct Box, SAMDA1 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sK8haEbyL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great active DI *by A***R on 2 November 2019* Very good active DI, clean sound, plenty of headroom, small, easy to use. ### ⭐⭐⭐ the signal to noise ratio is very poor. The Hiss it generates made it unusable for ... *by B***Z on 17 May 2018* Not sure why it's getting such glowing reviews, the signal to noise ratio is very poor. The Hiss it generates made it unusable for us. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by P***. on 27 January 2025* Very great product go to purchase 👌👌👍👍 ## Frequently Bought Together - Samson MDA1 Mono Active Direct Box - Pyle Premium Direct Injection Audio Box - 2.36" x 4.09" Passive DI Unit Hum Eliminator w/ Input Attenuator to Connect Guitar & Bass, 1/4'' Impedance Transformer Connector to Balanced & Unbalanced XLR - Samson S-Max MD1 Passive Mono Direct DI Box,18Hz40kHz, 0dB/-15dB --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.dk/products/51955150-technologies-s-max-mda1-mono-active-direct-box-samda1](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/51955150-technologies-s-max-mda1-mono-active-direct-box-samda1) --- *Product available on Desertcart Denmark* *Store origin: DK* *Last updated: 2026-04-27*