The Story
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What does it do?
- Converts 1/4 inch (balanced or unbalanced) to XLR balanced output.
- Protects from accidental phantom power damage.
- Transformer isolation allows for ground lifting to kill hum.
- 1/4 inch output allows connection to powered monitor.
- Acts as a patchbay eliminating the need to repatch the board between rehearsal and stage.
- Keeps signal level high and tone intact.
- Mono ā When the stingy sound guy will only give up one channel on the mixer!
For DSP Guitar Rigsā¦
If you are using FX DSP simulation/load boxes such as the Strymon Iridium, Line 6 HX Stomp, Line 6 HX Effects, Two Notes Torpedo Live, Torpedo CAB, or Headrush Gigboard and are interfacing them in a live situation, you shouldnāt be using a direct box (for impedance matching) but should be using a āline isolatorā.Ā These simulators have outputs on Ā¼ inch connectors but no way to ground lift in the event of ground loop noise.Ā A line isolator wonāt drop your signal level like a direct box will, but will maintain the line level while giving the ability to ground lift and eliminate noise when running your guitar signal to the main PA. Ā In addition, transformer isolation insures that Phantom Power from the console never touches the outputs of your FX pedal which can cause damage or bad sound.
For Percussion Padsā¦
Most percussion pads (Roland SPD-S, SPD-SX, Alesis Samplepad, Yamaha DTX, etc.) have line outs on 1/4 inch connectors but no XLR. Ā These donāt need the impedance matching of a DI that will also drop the level.Ā Some units have notoriously weak outputs.Ā A line isolator is the perfect device to use to keep the level high and clean but still allow for ground lift on a professional stage with dirty power or bad grounds.
Engineered for Pedalboards:
The MISO is a 1-channel line isolator box made to integrate with other guitar pedals. Ā It can deliver pure, clean sounds in the studio and it has also passed the toughest test of touring life as well.
The Ā¼ inch input, Ā¼ inch output/thru and XLR output jacks are mounted on a powder coated, cast aluminum enclosure. Ā A ground lift switch is mounted between the output connectors so that it is out of the way and wonāt get bumped accidentally.Ā The 1/4 inch output allows you to quickly connect a regular guitar amp or powered speaker for monitoring on stage or checking patches before a gig without disconnecting or re-patching anything from your board.
Hand-Built with Top Quality Parts
The MISO is all about giving you a clean, clear signal all of the time. Ā We build them one-at-a-time by hand using a genuine CineMag Transformers line transformer, high reliability all-metal connectors from Switchcraft and Neutrik and top-shelf sealed switches from Grayhill. Ā It is backed up with a full 3-year warranty.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
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What does it do?
- Converts 1/4 inch (balanced or unbalanced) to XLR balanced output.
- Protects from accidental phantom power damage.
- Transformer isolation allows for ground lifting to kill hum.
- 1/4 inch output allows connection to powered monitor.
- Acts as a patchbay eliminating the need to repatch the board between rehearsal and stage.
- Keeps signal level high and tone intact.
- Mono ā When the stingy sound guy will only give up one channel on the mixer!
For DSP Guitar Rigsā¦
If you are using FX DSP simulation/load boxes such as the Strymon Iridium, Line 6 HX Stomp, Line 6 HX Effects, Two Notes Torpedo Live, Torpedo CAB, or Headrush Gigboard and are interfacing them in a live situation, you shouldnāt be using a direct box (for impedance matching) but should be using a āline isolatorā.Ā These simulators have outputs on Ā¼ inch connectors but no way to ground lift in the event of ground loop noise.Ā A line isolator wonāt drop your signal level like a direct box will, but will maintain the line level while giving the ability to ground lift and eliminate noise when running your guitar signal to the main PA. Ā In addition, transformer isolation insures that Phantom Power from the console never touches the outputs of your FX pedal which can cause damage or bad sound.
For Percussion Padsā¦
Most percussion pads (Roland SPD-S, SPD-SX, Alesis Samplepad, Yamaha DTX, etc.) have line outs on 1/4 inch connectors but no XLR. Ā These donāt need the impedance matching of a DI that will also drop the level.Ā Some units have notoriously weak outputs.Ā A line isolator is the perfect device to use to keep the level high and clean but still allow for ground lift on a professional stage with dirty power or bad grounds.
Engineered for Pedalboards:
The MISO is a 1-channel line isolator box made to integrate with other guitar pedals. Ā It can deliver pure, clean sounds in the studio and it has also passed the toughest test of touring life as well.
The Ā¼ inch input, Ā¼ inch output/thru and XLR output jacks are mounted on a powder coated, cast aluminum enclosure. Ā A ground lift switch is mounted between the output connectors so that it is out of the way and wonāt get bumped accidentally.Ā The 1/4 inch output allows you to quickly connect a regular guitar amp or powered speaker for monitoring on stage or checking patches before a gig without disconnecting or re-patching anything from your board.
Hand-Built with Top Quality Parts
The MISO is all about giving you a clean, clear signal all of the time. Ā We build them one-at-a-time by hand using a genuine CineMag Transformers line transformer, high reliability all-metal connectors from Switchcraft and Neutrik and top-shelf sealed switches from Grayhill. Ā It is backed up with a full 3-year warranty.
