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product_id: 57782006
title: "MDB Series, Passive Stereo Direct Box with dual 1/4” High-Impedance Inputs with Thru Outputs, 15db pads, and Dual Low-Impedance XLR Outputs with Ground Lift (MDB-2P)"
brand: "mackie"
price: "€ 158.43"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Mackie"
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/57782006-mdb-series-passive-stereo-direct-box-with-dual-1-4
store_origin: IT
region: Italy
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# -15dB Pads for Distortion-Free Dual Low-Z XLR Outputs + Ground Lift Dual 1/4” High-Z Inputs + Thru MDB Series, Passive Stereo Direct Box with dual 1/4” High-Impedance Inputs with Thru Outputs, 15db pads, and Dual Low-Impedance XLR Outputs with Ground Lift (MDB-2P)

**Brand:** mackie
**Price:** € 158.43
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎹 Elevate your sound game with Mackie MDB-2P — the pro’s secret weapon for flawless stereo direct input.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MDB Series, Passive Stereo Direct Box with dual 1/4” High-Impedance Inputs with Thru Outputs, 15db pads, and Dual Low-Impedance XLR Outputs with Ground Lift (MDB-2P) by mackie
- **How much does it cost?** € 158.43 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/57782006-mdb-series-passive-stereo-direct-box-with-dual-1-4)

## Best For

- mackie enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted mackie brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Noise? What Noise?:** Ultra-low noise and distortion ensure your mix stays clean and focused in any live or studio setup.
- • **Built to Outlast Your Gig:** Tank-like rugged construction means this DI box is road-ready and reliable for years of heavy use.
- • **Distortion? Not on Your Watch:** -15dB pads tame high-output sources for crystal-clear, professional-grade audio every time.
- • **Ground Lift for Hum-Free Sound:** Dual XLR outputs with ground lift eliminate pesky hum and buzz, keeping your signal pure and professional.
- • **Stereo Clarity, Zero Compromise:** Dual high-impedance inputs with thru outputs preserve your keyboard and synth’s pristine soundstage.

## Overview

The Mackie MDB-2P is a passive stereo direct box designed for keyboards, synthesizers, and other stereo sources. Featuring dual 1/4” high-impedance inputs with thru outputs, -15dB pads for distortion-free performance, and dual low-impedance XLR outputs with ground lift, it delivers ultra-low noise and rugged durability. Ideal for live sound, recording studios, and electronic musicians seeking reliable, professional-grade signal integrity.

## Description

Great for stereo sources like keyboards and synthesizers, the MDB-2P is an essential tool for electronic musicians, live sound venues, and recording studios. The MDB-2P stereo passive DI features dual 1/4” high-impedance inputs with thru outputs and -15dB pads, and dual low-impedance XLR outputs with ground lift.

Review: Works great - Quality is really good. All connections work well and the sound is good. Great value.
Review: Works great - Excellent unit, has a db pad on both channels as well as a ground lift. Costs less than half as my Radial stereo di box

## Features

- High-impedance 1/4" inputs with Thru outputs
- Balanced XLR outputs with ground lift
- Ultra-low noise and distortion
- -15dB pads ensures Distortion-Free performance when connecting to high-output sources
- Built-like-a-tank construction

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B079C8YN82 |
| Audio Input | XLR, Auxiliary |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,504 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #7 in Recording Signal Direct Boxes |
| Brand Name | Mackie |
| Compatible Devices | Personal Computer, Amplifier, Speaker, Headphone, Laptop, Gaming Console, Microphone, Smartphone, Tablet |
| Connectivity Technology | XLR |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (384) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00663961053999 |
| Item Type Name | Signal Direct Box |
| Item Weight | 0.9 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Loud Technologies, Inc. |
| Maximum Sample Rate | 192 KHz |
| Number of Channels | 2 |
| Operating System | Linux, Windows, macOS |
| UPC | 663961053999 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1-year all inclusive, nontransferable. |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Mackie
- **Connectivity Technology:** XLR
- **Item Weight:** 0.9 Pounds
- **Number of Channels:** 2

## Images

![MDB Series, Passive Stereo Direct Box with dual 1/4” High-Impedance Inputs with Thru Outputs, 15db pads, and Dual Low-Impedance XLR Outputs with Ground Lift (MDB-2P) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51kSSuXlX7L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can i use this for connecting the unbalanced l and r ts outputs from a drum machine into the balanced xlr inputs of two (left and right) speakers?**
A: Yes.  It is a two channel direct box. This device translates input from each 1/4" input to the associated XLR output.  You could do this with stereo L/R outputs or two separate instruments entirely.

**Q: Can I run 2 Keyboards in stereo thru this?**
A: It has two inputs and two outputs, imagine two very slim DI's attached together. So yes you can run stereo in but its going to be separate XLR outputs for L & R

**Q: Wondering if there is any bleed between left and right? We use loops with loops out right and a click our left to the board.**
A: There should be no bleed.

**Q: I don’t see the xlr out outputs on this unit??**
A: The XLR outputs are there. This direct box works great.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great
*by A***2 on June 2, 2025*

Quality is really good. All connections work well and the sound is good. Great value.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great
*by A***R on August 27, 2025*

Excellent unit, has a db pad on both channels as well as a ground lift. Costs less than half as my Radial stereo di box

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Crystal clear sound for studio inputs!
*by A***N on August 14, 2025*

Crystal clear sound quality, very low noise for my studio inputs. I was getting noise when recording my Yamaha digital stage piano through my older ART DI box - it has seen a lot of use and its fair share of drops over 10+ years of service. After the cables tested clear, I replaced my DI with this Mackie MDB-2P Stereo Passive Direct Box, and the noise was instantly gone! I only wish I had bought it sooner. This is much heavier and feels much sturdier than the ART DI box. While it is a bit more expensive than the ART unit, this is definitely a significant upgrade, competitive with Whirlwind in its performance at half the price. I appreciate the two separate channels in one compact box; each with a passthrough for a secondary send and an independent 15db pad switch. The machine feels very sturdy, and the switches are easy to use with a firm and responsive tactile click. I'm using it for my lesson and recording studio, and while I'm glad it has the bumpers to protect the faces with switches, I would be very careful about tossing it in a bag for travel where those switches could get banged around. If you're a road warrior and don't like securing your cargo, you'd probably be better off with a more streamlined box. But for the studio or for the careful packer, this is a great value option that sounds, feels, and looks thoroughly professional.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Mackie MDB-2P Stereo Passive Direct Box
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*Store origin: IT*
*Last updated: 2026-05-07*