Radial Engineering X-AMP 500

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Radial Engineering X-AMP 500

Radial Engineering

X-AMP 500

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 331863
Model: X-AMP 500
Price: $405.90

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The X-AMP 500 is a seriously useful tool for anyone working with line-level signals and needing to drive a guitar amp or effects pedals. It's built like a tank, offers clean signal conversion, and the phase reverse is a real game-changer for dialing in the perfect tone—perfect for studio engineers and pedalboard enthusiasts.

Product Description

  • Radial Engineering X-AMP 500
  • Active Re-Amping Box
  • Splitter for guitar amp
  • Converts a +4 dB signal to a hi-impedance signal for guitar amplifiers or effects pedals
  • 1x XLR in
  • 2x Jack out
  • Phase reverse
  • Output gain
  • Suitable for Radial X-Amp and further system 500 frames
  • Attenuation 10 dB to 60 dB
PROS
  • • Robust steel chassis ensures years of reliable studio use.
  • • Transformer-isolated outputs minimize ground loops and noise.
  • • Precise output gain control allows for tailored amp drive.
  • • Phase reverse provides crucial tonal flexibility for mixing.
CONS
  • • Limited input options restrict integration with certain signal chains.
  • • Can be a bit bulky for very compact 500 racks.
  • • Gain staging requires careful attention to avoid unwanted distortion.

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Key Features

Module Type Active Re-Amping Box / Splitter
Channels 1 Input, 2 Outputs
Controls XLR Input, Jack Outputs, Phase Reverse, Output Gain, 10dB-60dB Attenuation
Compatible Format 500 Series
Weight 2.5 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

While it's designed for transparency, the transformer does impart a subtle warmth, especially when driving an amp hard.
Yes, it functions as a splitter, allowing you to send a signal to two separate amplifiers or effects chains.
This is specifically designed for re-amping a line level signal to a guitar amp impedance, not for the impedance matching needed for acoustic instruments.

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