Palmer GA 04 L 16 Speaker Simulator with Loadbox, 16 Ohms

The Palmer GA 04 L 16 is a special direct injection (DI) box with a load box designed for guitars. It allows tube amplifiers up to about 120 W to be connected without a loudspeaker, thanks to its integrated load resistor. You can directly pick up the signal using either an unbalanced 6.3 mm jack socket or a balanced XLR connector. Its extensive filter section realistically simulates classic guitar loudspeaker sounds. Technical specs include 1 channel, unbalanced input through a 6.3 mm jack, 2 outputs (balanced and unbalanced) with 6.3 mm jack and XLR connectors, 10 k Ohm (6.3 mm Jack) and 600 Ohm (XLR) output impedance, various controls like color, filter volume, and more. It has a dummy load of 16 Ohms and a max load of 100 W, a voicing filter, transformer - isolated outputs, a sheet - steel cabinet with a powder - coated surface, 19” width, 180 mm depth, 1 U (44.5 mm) height, and weighs 2.56 kg.

Using the Palmer GA 04 L 16 is easy. First, connect your tube amplifier (up to about 120 W) to the input using the 6.3 mm jack. You can then choose to output the signal using either the 6.3 mm jack for an unbalanced output or the XLR for a balanced one. Use the controls like color, filter volume, and others to customize the sound according to your preference. When it comes to the dummy load, make sure not to exceed the max load of 100 W to avoid damage. For maintenance, keep the unit in a dry and clean place. Wipe the powder - coated cabinet surface gently with a soft cloth if it gets dirty. Also, be careful when handling the unit due to its relatively heavy weight of 2.56 kg.