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Key Features
Professional quality sound, always. The IK Multimedia Z-Tone DI offers a range of control for advanced tone shaping and routing potential. The DI can be used for running long cables across stage, or to capture DI tracks in the studio, without a loss in quality. This is achieved whilst offering 114 dB(A) dynamic range and an extended 3 Hz - 30 kHz (+/- 1 dB) frequency response.
A number of controls allow the user to adapt the sound to a range of genres and playing styles. These include a pickup selector (passive/active) and a switchable preamp circuit. This ensures the user can capture ultra-transparent audio or utilise the Class A JFET input buffer to add warmth to the input signal. The tone can then be shaped using the variable impedance control to dial in an impedance ranging from 1 MOhm to 2.2 kOhms. This varies the sound from a tighter, precise sound at maximum impedance to a thicker and bold sound.
The Z-Tone DI features can be accessed using the various routing options. Choose between a balanced XLR output, unbalanced 1/4 inch output and an unaffected, Hi-Z Link out to route your signal.
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The Z-Tone DI is designed to get the best tone from your instrument. Preserving the key features of the input signal, the Z-Tone DI offers 114dB dynamic range and extended 3 Hz - 30 kHz (+/- 1 dB) frequency response. This allows the user to run long cables on stage and capture DI tracks in the studio without a loss in sound quality.
The Z-Tone DI offers a high-quality preamp with exceptionally low noise, this is combined with multiple circuit topologies to adapt to any guitar or bass, pickup or style. A switch allows the user to choose between passive or active pickup types. In Passive mode, the Z-Tone DI is designed to accommodate everything from low-output vintage pickups to hotter modern humbuckers. When set to active, the circuitry bypasses unnecessary gain stages, keeping the signal path as direct and transparent as possible.
A second switch is also dedicated to selecting between PURE and JFET channels. When set to PURE, the preamp circuit remains completely transparent and performs with extreme accuracy. Alternatively, switch to the Class A JFET buffer for subtle harmonic enhancement. This is great for adding warmth to the input signal.
Guitar pickups can dramatically change their character depending on the impedance of your preamp. That’s why the tone and responsiveness of your guitar can change when plugging into different gear. With the Z-Tone DI, the user has a range of controls to shape their sound, with the same variable impedance control as the highly regarded IK AXE I/O audio interface. Dial in an impedance ranging from 1 MOhm to 2.2 kOhms to shape your sound in unique ways. This alters the sound from more precise at maximum impedance to a thicker and bold sound when the impedance is lowered.
The Z-Tone DI offers a range of useful output options. Firstly, the balanced XLR output offers a switchable ground lift for eliminating noise and hum. An unbalanced 1/4 inch output offers additional flexibility. The Z-Tone DI also provides a HI-Z Link out, which can be used to send the unaffected signal through to amps and pedals. An optional -20 dB pad extends the capabilities of the unit, letting you use instruments and sources aside from guitar and bass. The Z-Tone DI runs from a 9V battery which is ideal in live environments. Alternatively, the device can be powered by +48v phantom power from your mixer or interface.