I wanted a good performing DI so decided to modify the Alctron DI120 passive two channel DI as it was a cheap starting point and built in a good solid case with enough room for the transformers. I bought the donor DI for $35 AU (Australian Dollars on Catch) which was cheaper than the usual price. The soldering was a bit dogey in spots but nothing to bad after a quick touch up. I bought the 2 x Jensen JT-DB-E Premium Direct Box Transformer 12:1 second hand off Ebay from the US for $45 US each an after import duty and shipping they cost where $156 US = about $216 AU so the total cost in Australian dollars was about $250 versus about $750 for the stereo Radial Jensen equipped DI in Australia. The job can easily be done in under two hours.
Alctron Passive 2 channel DI 120 Jensen Transformer Mod
Written by Greg
on December 29, 2021
Good job!