Description
Balanced -10dB to +4dB Signal Driver
The J+4™ is a stereo interface designed to accept unbalanced low output devices such as instruments, computers or mobile devices and boost their signal to a balanced +4dB level for connection to professional audio recording and playback equipment.
Features
- Stereo preamp boost signals to +4dB balanced line level
- Increases gain for low output instruments & music players
- Transformer isolated to eliminate noise caused by ground loops
- Multiple input connector options to interface with any device
Boost & balance any stereo signal
The J+4 allows you to boost nearly any stereo signal up to a +4dB balanced line level output, which can be sent over long distances without signal loss and connected directly to pro audio equipment such as mixers or recording interfaces. Multiple input connectors are available for integration with a variety of devices, including a stacked set of ¼" jacks for DJ mixers or keyboards, RCAs for CD players and a mini 3.5mm jack for smartphones and tablets. The J+4 delivers exceptional sonic performance, and is able to provide clean gain and eliminate noise by combining the advantages of active signal buffering with transformer isolation.
J+4 Applications
- Using the J+4 to boost a stereo signal
- Increasing the output from a CD player to a +4dB balanced signal is easy. Just plug into the RCA inputs, adjust the volume level and the J+4 does all the work. Transformer isolation eliminates ground loops for quiet performance every time.
- Using the J+4 with your computer
- Today, computers and laptops are being used in all types of audio-visual systems. The J+4 makes it easy to interface with a built-in 3.5mm (1/8") TRS jack. Plug in and the J+4 will boost and balance the signal and deliver a professional line level signal.
- Using the J+4 with a keyboard
- Many keyboards and synthesizers do not have enough output to effectively drive the line level input on a mixer. This is particularly troublesome on older keyboards such as a Rhodes piano. The J+4 makes it easy with built-in ¼" inputs and balanced XLR outs.
Specifications
The Radial J+4 is a stereo preamplifier designed to boost unbalanced instruments and consumer level signals and bring them up to a professional +4dB balanced line level. Careful attention has been paid to delivering quality audio while incorporating transformer isolation for added noise suppression. The J+4 delivers a performance that is as good or better than devices costing many times more.
- Audio circuit type: Active -10dB ~ +4dB line converter, transformer isolated
- Number of channels: 2
- Frequency response: 20Hz ~ 20KHz (± 2dB)
- Dynamic range: 102dB
- Total harmonic distortion: 0.004% @ 1kHz, +10dBu output
- Phase Deviation: 0.5° @ 100Hz; 4° @ 20Hz
- Input Impedance: 10k Ohms, unbalanced
- Output Impedance: 1.6k Ohms, balanced
- Maximum Input: +17dBu @ 1kHz, 1% THD+N
- Maximum Output: +15dBu @ 1kHz, 1% THD+N
Features
- Ground lift, HPF, Level Control
- Input Connectors: 1/4", RCA, 3.5mm
- Output Connectors: XLR
General
- Construction: 14-gauge steel
- Size (L x W x D): 84 x 127 x 48mm (3.3" x 5.0" x 2")
- Weight: 0.70 kg (1.55 lbs)
- Shipping size (L x W x D): 102 x 76 x 165mm (4" x 3" x 6.5")
- Shipping weight: .87 kg (1.92 lbs)
- Power: +15VDC/400mA adapter Included
- Conditions: For use in dry locations only between 5°C and 40°C
- Warranty: Radial 3-year, transferable
