Q: Can I use the JS•2 to split a keyboard or CD player signal and drive two sources?
A: Yes. Keep in mind that these splitters are designed for mic levels and higher output devices such as CD players or keyboards and will likely need to be padded down or have the output level turned down. Simply depress the -30dB pad and you should be set to go!

Q: Can I record directly from the JS•2?
A: It depends. The JS•2 is designed to mate with a mic preamp such as found on a mixer’s microphone input. If your recorder also features a built-in mixer you should be ok. If it is a line level device, then you will require a mic preamp to boost the signal.

Q: Why are mic splitters always mic level?
A: Microphone splitters are usually employed in concert touring environments and all of the transformers used are mic level since for the most part, the source will either be a mic or a direct box. Running line level signals adjacent to mic level signals could cause some cross-talk through cable.

Q: Why is the pad -30dB?
A: The JS•2 and JS•3 employ a -30dB pad in order to cover a wider range of input signal sources.

Q: Does the JS2 require power?
A: No. The JS•2 is a completely passive device that does not require any power to work. Just plug and play.

Q: Will 48V phantom power hurt the JS•2?
A: No. Phantom power will simply not pass through the transformer outputs even if the ground has been lifted. Note that the main output bypasses the transformer to allow phantom power to supply the microphone or active direct box.

Q: Can I use the JS•2 to stop buzz and hum between two consoles?
A: You could but this is not ideal. The Radial Twin-Iso is specifically designed to do this as it has larger line-level transformers for this purpose. In a pinch, the JS•2 will work but you would have to use the mic inputs (not line level inputs) to receive the sub-console signal.

Q: Can I rack mount the JS•2 or JS•3?
A: Yes, using the J-Rak.

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