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Stop re-patching.
Start playing.

No cable swapping. No setup friction.

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made in years for my studio"

— Jana S. 

SS-6 MKII Switchable Input Stereo DI

605 AUD
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The SS-6 MKII is a studio-grade signal switcher and DI designed to keep your creative process moving. Its passive architecture lets you route up to six stereo sources—synths, samplers, keys—into your signal chain with no noise, repatching or power required. It’s ideal for maximising small setups, reintroducing unloved gear to your workflow, and keeping your whole collection ready to play.

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Momentum matters. Stay in the zone.

Everything stays patched

Leave up to six stereo or twelve mono instruments connected—just select your source and go. No more crawling under desks or behind racks.

Transformer-balanced audio

DI outputs deliver clean, isolated audio with plenty of headroom and no colouration—all through fully passive, 100% analogue circuitry.

Send it anywhere

Run FX in parallel, send to a tuner or amp, or split your signal chain without interrupting your DI path using the stereo Thru outputs.

Specs & Features

Inputs

6 x Stereo / 12 x Mono TS Jacks

Outputs

Stereo Balanced XLR + Stereo Through TS Jacks

Circuitry

Passive with custom-wound Franklin Audio transformers

Construction

Heavy duty 1.5mm folded steel enclosure

Origin

Designed and hand made in Sydney, Australia

Technical Specs

Frequency response

10Hz-40kHz +/-1dB
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Signal to noise ratio

>90dB
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THD

<0.001%
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DI circuit attenuation

20dB
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Weight

1.25kg / 2.75lb
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Dimensions

L: 165mm D: 100mm H: 92mm

Manual

SS-6 User Guide v1.0

FAQs

Can I hear all of the inputs simultaneously?

No—the SS-6 is a switcher, not a mixer. You’ll hear one stereo input at a time, routed to both the DI and thru outputs.

What transformers are in the DI circuit?

We use a custom-wound transformer we developed in collaboration with our factory partners. It’s flat, quiet, and tuned for clarity and headroom.

What are the "through" connectors?

Thru connectors tap your input signal before it hits the DI. Use them to send to amps, FX, or tuners without interrupting your main signal path.

Why not just use a mixer instead?

A mixer and a DI box serve very different roles. The SS-6 is designed to get the cleanest possible signal from your synths, drum machines, or instruments into your recording chain—especially if you’re using mic preamps for colour or clarity.

 

Mixers add active circuitry, EQ stages, and a gain structure that can introduce noise or colouration. The SS-6 has none of that. It’s a direct, transformer-balanced, passive path.

 

If you want to record one instrument at a time with the best signal chain possible, and you want to avoid constantly repatching or crawling under desks, the SS-6 is the better tool.

What is a DI box?

A DI (Direct Inject) box takes instrument-level signals—like those from synths, drum machines, samplers, or guitars—and converts them to mic-level signals that play nice with your preamps and interfaces.

 

It also balances the signal, which helps you run long cables without picking up hum or interference. That means quieter recordings and tighter integration with pro-level gear.

 

The SS-6 adds transformer isolation, so you get clean, low-noise tone with no ground loops and no surprises in your signal path.

The signal level on the DI outputs seems low?

Yes, that’s what a DI box does. The SS-6 outputs a passive, mic-level signal so it can properly interface with your preamps—just like any traditional DI.

Is there any noise or popping when switching inputs?

No. Switching is silent under normal use. If you ever hear popping, it’s likely DC offset from a misbehaving synth—not the SS-6.
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30-Day Returns Not the right fit? Send it back, no questions asked.
2-Year Warranty Studio-grade reliability. Covered by people who actually build the gear.
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30-Day Returns Not the right fit? Send it back, no questions asked.
2-Year Warranty Studio-grade reliability. Covered by people who actually build the gear.
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The SS-6 MKII

Your setup stays patched.

Your signal stays clean.

Your sessions keep flowing.
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Ships from the USA In-stock and ready to go—orders ship fast from our Philadelphia warehouse.
Flat Rate Shipping One low rate on all US orders—no guessing.
30-Day Returns Not the right fit? Send it back, no questions asked.
2-Year Warranty Studio-grade reliability. Covered by people who actually build the gear.
Ships from Sydney Fast delivery direct from our local workshop.
Flat Rate Shipping One low rate on all Australian orders—no guessing.
30-Day Returns Not the right fit? Send it back, no questions asked.
2-Year Warranty Studio-grade reliability. Covered by people who actually build the gear.
Flat Rate Shipping We ship globally with one clear, upfront rate.
30-Day Returns Not the right fit? Send it back, no questions asked.
2-Year Warranty Studio-grade reliability. Covered by people who actually build the gear.
Local Duties Not Included We don’t charge VAT—your country might. See our policy for details.
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