AR-133 Active DI vs ProDI Passive DI
The AR-133 Active DI costs about $90 more than the ProDI Passive DI and buys you 1 more I/O, plus TS 1/4" and XLR Female.
Radial
ProDI Passive DI| Spec | AR-133 Active DI | ProDI Passive DI |
|---|---|---|
| Rack space | — | — |
| Weight | 1.3 lbs | 0.9 lbs |
| Power draw | Passive | Passive |
| Depth | 110 mm | 0 mm |
| I/O count | 4 | 3 |
| Price | ~$199 | ~$109 |
Highlighted where one is plainly lighter, smaller, cheaper or draws less. I/O count is left unmarked on purpose — more connectors you don't need is weight, cost and a bigger case.
Connectors only one of them has
AR-133 Active DI
- TS 1/4"
- XLR Female
ProDI Passive DI
- TRS 1/4"
Settle it in your own rack
Specs decide less than fit does. Drop either one into your rig and see the real answer — what space is left, what the circuit draws, and whether every cable it needs actually lands somewhere.
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