
Q. Should I use 48V phantom power or a battery for my DI box?
What’s the benefit of using phantom power instead of a 9V battery to power an active DI box (specifically the Orchid Classic DI)?
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What’s the benefit of using phantom power instead of a 9V battery to power an active DI box (specifically the Orchid Classic DI)?

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