Strymon PCH X1 Active DI Isolator

The Strymon PCH X1 Active DI Isolator is a premium phantom-powered active DI designed for musicians who need pristine signal quality, silent operation, and dependable stage or studio performance. Featuring a high-headroom buffered input and custom transformer isolation, the PCH X1 delivers exceptional clarity with ultra-low noise and minimal distortion, making it ideal for guitars, basses, pedalboards, amp modelers, keyboards, and acoustic instruments.

Unlike traditional passive DI boxes, the PCH X1 is engineered to preserve the full detail and dynamics of your rig, even over long cable runs. Its transformer-isolated XLR output helps eliminate ground loops and unwanted interference, while the switchable high-pass filter allows you to tighten low-end response and remove rumble or muddiness from the mix.

Compact, rugged, and powered directly via +48V phantom power, the PCH X1 requires no batteries or external power supply — making it a reliable grab-and-go solution for live performance, rehearsal, or recording setups.

Features

• Active phantom-powered DI with premium audio performance
• High-headroom buffered input for exceptional clarity and low distortion
• Transformer-isolated XLR output for true galvanic isolation and reduced noise
• Handles both active and passive instruments with ease
• Flat, full-range frequency response from 10Hz–80kHz
• Switchable 3-position high-pass filter:
  • Off
  • 80Hz low-cut
  • 240Hz low-cut
• Ground lift switch to eliminate hum and ground loop issues
• Passive THRU output for feeding amplifiers, monitors, or additional gear
• Balanced low-impedance XLR output for mixers, interfaces, and FOH systems
• Compact and rugged metal enclosure built for touring and stage use
• Powered entirely via +48V phantom power — no PSU or batteries required
• Ideal for pedalboards, amp modelers, acoustic instruments, bass, synths, and keyboards