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Product detailSKU #1435592256929
Radial EngineeringTrim-Two Passive DI for AV with Level Control
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A passive stereo DI with level control, multiple consumer-device inputs, transformer isolation, and mono-summing for AV and live-event signal routing.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Laptop or tablet connections to PA systems
- AV presentations and live events
- Keyboard players, DJs, and presenters needing accessible stereo level control
- Systems that need galvanic isolation and ground-lift capability
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Use outside dry locations or outside 5–40°C
- Applications requiring more than two channels
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Variable stereo input trim
The front-panel control adjusts volume before the balanced outputs.
Detail 03
Stereo-to-mono switch
It merges the left and right sources to mono.
Detail 04
Ground lift
It disconnects pin 1 at both XLR outputs to help address ground-loop hum and buzz.
Detail 05
Frequency response
The specification lists 20Hz–20kHz; the description separately states 20Hz–18kHz for the passive engines.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01It is a passive unit and requires no power.
- 02Inputs are wired in parallel, allowing an alternate signal path such as monitors.
- 03The stereo-to-mono switch can reduce the output channel count or send the same balanced signal to two destinations.
- 04Outputs are male XLR, with AES-standard pin 2 hot wiring.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does the Trim-Two require power?
No. It is completely passive and requires no power.
02What devices can connect to it?
It accepts dual 1/4-inch, RCA, and stereo 3.5mm inputs.
03Can it combine a stereo source to mono?
Yes. Its stereo-to-mono switch merges the left and right sources to mono.
04What does the ground-lift switch do?
It disconnects pin 1 at both XLR outputs.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup Configuration
- AES standard (pin-2 Hot) Connectors: 1/4", RCA and 3.5mm input, XLR-M ouput General Construction: 14 gauge steel chassis & outer shell Finish: Durable powder coat Size: (W x H x D) 84 x 127 x 48mm (3.3" x 5.0" x 2") Weight: 0.70 kg (1.55 lbs) Shipping Size: (W x H x D) 102 x 76 x 165mm (4" x 3" x 6.5") Shipping Weight: .87 kg (1.92 lbs) Power: Passive, no power required Conditions: For use in dry locations only between 5C and 40C
1 detailsBody & build
- Color Finish
- Durable powder coat
5 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Tier
- new
- Korena Special
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- Source Id
- site51435592256929
- Prop65
- WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Titanium dioxide (airborne, unbound particles of respirable size), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and Lead, which is known to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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