Conquest EDB-2 Passive Direct Box

The Conquest EDB-2 is a passive direct box designed to provide a simple and reliable interface between high-impedance, unbalanced instrument-level signals and professional low-impedance, balanced microphone inputs. It is a fundamental tool in live sound and studio recording, commonly used to connect electric basses, keyboards, or acoustic guitar pickups directly to a mixing console or audio interface. Its primary functions are to convert the signal to a balanced format, which allows for long cable runs without noise or hum, and to match impedances for optimal sound quality.

This passive design utilizes a high-quality audio transformer to achieve its conversion, requiring no external power source such as batteries or phantom power. This makes it extremely reliable and easy to use—simply plug in and play. The transformer provides ground lift isolation via a switch, which is essential for breaking ground loops that cause audible hum in audio systems. A pass-through (or "thru") output is typically included, allowing the original instrument signal to continue to an on-stage amplifier simultaneously.

Housed in a rugged, compact metal casing, the EDB-2 is built to withstand the physical demands of touring and frequent setup/teardown. Its straightforward operation and durable construction make it a go-to solution for musicians and audio engineers who need a no-fuss, effective way to achieve a clean, direct feed from an instrument to the PA system, free from interference and with preserved tonal integrity.