Description You’ll find that the DBX passive and active direct speakers dB10 and dB12 are very different. Finally, a direct box worthy of the dbx name is born, with bulletproof construction and superior audio performance to match its looks. Using dbx’s custom mu-metal shielded audio transformers, high-quality Neutrik connectors and low-noise circuitry, sound integrity and the true character of the signal source are maintained. Both boxes feature pad switches to handle instrument, line or even speaker signals. You can take even more control over your sound by adjusting the phase relationship between the direct