ROYER dBOOSTER2
Dual-Channel In-Line Gain Booster and DI
The Royer Labs dBooster2 is an advanced dual-channel in-line gain booster and DI (Direct Input) designed to provide versatile and high-quality gain for recording purposes. Building upon the features of the original dBooster, the dBooster2 introduces dual independent channels, each of which doubles as a high-quality DI for electric guitars and bass. This flexibility allows users to connect two microphones simultaneously, use both channels for DI applications, or mix and match a microphone with a DI input.
The Royer Labs dBooster2 is a versatile and advanced tool for audio professionals, providing dual-channel in-line gain boosting and high-quality DI capabilities for a wide range of recording applications.
Key Features:
- Dual Channels: The dBooster2 features two independent channels, each capable of providing in-line gain for microphones or serving as a high-quality DI for electric guitars and bass.
- Adjustable Gain Settings (Microphone Mode): When used with microphones, the dBooster2 allows users to switch between 12 dB and 20 dB of gain. The 20 dB setting is ideal for adding clean boost to softer instruments and singers, while the 12 dB setting prevents overloading when recording high-volume instruments or loud vocal performances.
- Adjustable Gain Settings (DI Mode): In DI mode, users can select 0 dB (unity) gain or switch to 8 dB of gain if additional level is needed for electric guitars and bass.
- Dual Class A Input Stages: The dBooster2 incorporates dual Class A input stages for both channels, delivering crystal clean gain with minimal noise and self-distortion. This ensures a transparent and high-quality signal path for recording applications.
- Low-Impedance Output: With a low-impedance output, the dBooster2 maintains optimal performance in both studio and live settings. It is capable of driving long cable lengths and handling challenging loads such as mic splitters and vintage-style preamps without distortion, loss of gain, or compromised headroom.
- Compatibility with Royer Microphones: The dBooster2 is optimized for use with Royer R-121s, R-10s, and stereo SF-12s, providing outstanding performance. It is also well-suited for enhancing the sound of dynamic microphones like the SM7 and others.
- Built in the USA: The dBooster2 is proudly built in the USA at Royer Labs' headquarters in Burbank, California.
Applications:
- Dual Microphone Recording: The dBooster2 enables the simultaneous use of two microphones, allowing for various recording techniques and capturing different sonic perspectives.
- Microphone and DI Combinations: Users can connect a microphone to one channel and use the other channel for a DI input, providing flexibility in recording scenarios.
- Adjustable Gain for Microphones: The 20 dB setting is suitable for boosting the signal of softer instruments and singers, while the 12 dB setting prevents overloading during high-volume performances.
- DI Applications: The dBooster2 serves as a high-quality DI for electric guitars and bass, offering adjustable gain to accommodate different instruments and playing styles.
- Compatibility with Royer Microphones: The dBooster2 is designed to complement Royer R-121s, R-10s, and stereo SF-12s, delivering optimal performance.
