OLLA is a direct box featuring PASSIVE, ACTIVE & SPEAKER modes of operation. This hybrid approach makes OLLA an extremely flexible and universal tool. No longer is it necessary to have an assortment of instrument-specific DI's. Within a single product OLLA provides optimal interfacing for any & all sources. Its stainless-steel construction and over-designed protection circuitry make it dependable on the road, stage and studio. Rest assured, with OLLA in your hands, you'll be prepared for anything that comes your way.
As with all Pueblo designs, OLLA features a zero compromise approach for capturing awesome tonality and musical expression. At the heart of OLLA is a beefy Jensen Transformer, custom built for Pueblo Audio and specified for ultra-low distortion, massive headroom and laser-flat response. Complimenting this exceptional passive stage is a selectable active stage which presents further solutions in timbre & loading. Need to interface directly with an amp for recording or re-amping? OLLA can handle that, too. As the specifications below will confirm, Pueblo Audio brings performance levels unprecedented in a DI product. Sources are rendered with deep, sizable dimension and a focus which sits easily in a mix - eliminating the struggle for great tone. The pricing for this extreme level of quality is kept within reason, too. On par with a 500-Series module.
OLLA is offered in two packages: a standard, mono box and as a four channel, 1U rackmount. The features of the two packages are identical with one exception: OLLA-4 has two inputs instead of one. Typically its rear inputs are used for more permanent connections such as with keyboard/synth racks or other back-line applications. However, the rear inputs can be temporarily interrupted/overridden by plugging into the convenient front jacks. OLLA-4 is equipped with flexible internal connections for grounding or floating each channel, as needed.
In addition to outstanding sonics, Pueblo Audio strives to make products that are easy to operate. While many DI boxes are laden with tiny switches and ambiguous features, OLLA is designed with a single, large rotary control. This elegant approach allows users to dial in an appropriate setting quickly, without fuss or confusion. Users who may be unfamiliar with DI operation need only turn the knob until they land on the best sounding position. Simplicity, itself! The six modes of operation are explained in detail below...
As with all Pueblo designs, OLLA features a zero compromise approach for capturing awesome tonality and musical expression. At the heart of OLLA is a beefy Jensen Transformer, custom built for Pueblo Audio and specified for ultra-low distortion, massive headroom and laser-flat response. Complimenting this exceptional passive stage is a selectable active stage which presents further solutions in timbre & loading. Need to interface directly with an amp for recording or re-amping? OLLA can handle that, too. As the specifications below will confirm, Pueblo Audio brings performance levels unprecedented in a DI product. Sources are rendered with deep, sizable dimension and a focus which sits easily in a mix - eliminating the struggle for great tone. The pricing for this extreme level of quality is kept within reason, too. On par with a 500-Series module.
OLLA is offered in two packages: a standard, mono box and as a four channel, 1U rackmount. The features of the two packages are identical with one exception: OLLA-4 has two inputs instead of one. Typically its rear inputs are used for more permanent connections such as with keyboard/synth racks or other back-line applications. However, the rear inputs can be temporarily interrupted/overridden by plugging into the convenient front jacks. OLLA-4 is equipped with flexible internal connections for grounding or floating each channel, as needed.
In addition to outstanding sonics, Pueblo Audio strives to make products that are easy to operate. While many DI boxes are laden with tiny switches and ambiguous features, OLLA is designed with a single, large rotary control. This elegant approach allows users to dial in an appropriate setting quickly, without fuss or confusion. Users who may be unfamiliar with DI operation need only turn the knob until they land on the best sounding position. Simplicity, itself! The six modes of operation are explained in detail below...
PASSIVE MODE - GND: This traditional DI configuration offers pure Transformer action. The Input jack automatically conforms to Balanced or UnBalanced source signals. Suggested for Bass & Guitars with Active pick-ups, Synths, DJ-rigs, Computer Interfaces, A/V & Pro Line-Level sources.
Re-Amping is also covered in this mode with the use of a simple adapter cable.
Re-Amping is also covered in this mode with the use of a simple adapter cable.
PASSIVE MODE - LIFT: Same as above but with the XLR's pin-1 "ground lifted". This can help break up hum and buzz caused by ground loops. Experiment with the grounded and lifted positions for lowest noise.
ACTIVE MODE - 2MΩ: Class-A, discrete transistor stage engages a solid 2meg input load. Active circuit is energized with phantom power; no wall-warts or dying batteries to deal with. On-board regulation maintains performance & headroom at all times. LED indicates phantom is received via the XLR. Suggested for Bass & Guitar with Passive pick-ups, Fender Rhoads, pedal boards, etc..
ACTIVE MODE - 45MΩ: As above but now with the input impedance boosted to an amazing 45megs, an industry first! This unique loading draws out maximum tonality from piezo, carbon and crystal pick-ups commonly found in Acoustic Instruments & Contact Microphones.
SPEAKER MODE - GND: Here, OLLA is intended to go between a head amplifier and its speaker cabinet. In this way an amp's "speaker level" output can be recorded directly, without using a microphone. Silent amp recording may also be facilitated in conjunction with an appropriate passive loading device.
*Caution: Be sure OLLA is already in SPEAKER mode before connecting amp. Always have a proper speaker load connected via the THRU jack to prevent potential amplifier damage.
*Caution: Be sure OLLA is already in SPEAKER mode before connecting amp. Always have a proper speaker load connected via the THRU jack to prevent potential amplifier damage.
SPEAKER MODE - LIFT: Same as above but with the XLR's pin-1 "ground lifted". This can help break up hum and buzz caused by ground loops. Experiment with the grounded and lifted positions for lowest noise.
*Caution: Be sure OLLA is already in SPEAKER mode before connecting amp. Always have a proper speaker load connected via the THRU jack to prevent potential amplifier damage.
*Caution: Be sure OLLA is already in SPEAKER mode before connecting amp. Always have a proper speaker load connected via the THRU jack to prevent potential amplifier damage.
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SPECIFICATIONS Input Impedance (Zin): Total Harmonic Distortion: Maximum Input Level: Frequency Response: Noise: Common Mode Rejection: Powering Method: |
PASSIVE MODE >70kΩ <0.001% (1kHz, +4dBu) +29dBu (0.01% 2nd har.) 1Hz to 110kHz (-3dB) 20Hz to 40kHz (±0.1dB) -99dB (re:+4dBu, unweighted) 130dBbal / 90dBunbal (60Hz) (no power needed) |
ACTIVE MODE 2.2MΩ / 45MΩ (selectable) <0.006% (1kHz, +4dBu) +22dBu (0.01% 2nd har.) 1Hz to 110kHz (-3dB) 20Hz to 40kHz (±0.1dB) -99dB (re:+4dBu, unweighted) 90dBunbal (60Hz) Phantom Power (44-52v, 2mA) |
SPEAKER MODE 4kΩ <0.001% (1kHz, +4dBu) +54dBu/1000Vp-p 1Hz to 110kHz (-3dB) 20Hz to 40kHz (±0.1dB) - 90dBunbal (60Hz) (no power needed) |
Dimensions: 7" x 3.3" x 2" (178mm x 84mm x 51mm)
Weight: 2.5lbs (1.1kg)
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OLLA
Mono Hybrid DI Box 
OLLA: $499
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OLLA-4
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An olla (pronounced oi-ya) is an unglazed pot traditionally used for irrigation in the arid climate of the American Southwest. They are buried in the earth next to crops forming a targeted, miniaturized reservoir. Water is protected from evaporation while slowly time-released through the porous walls - continuously injecting moisture directly at the roots. Thus ollas reduce labor and solve multiple agricultural problems simultaneously; all with a sophisticated yet minimalist design. We felt these admirable traits were akin to our new DI product, so we adopted the name - OLLA.