Lr Baggs PARA DI

An LR Baggs Reference That Has Become a Standard

Since its debut about 15 years ago, the LR Baggs Para DI has established itself as a reliable choice for amplifying an acoustic microphone with precision. Its design emphasizes musicality and reliability: components selected after listening tests, and FET transistors chosen for their tube-like sound quality. It is used by artists such as Jabe Beyer, Earl Klugh, Vince Gill, Wilco, and Pete Yorn.

Who It's For and What It's For: The Essential Tool for Acoustic Instruments

The Para DI is designed for musicians who want to finely control their sound without struggling with background noise. It can be used with active or passive microphones and works with a wide range of instruments, including acoustic guitars, violins, and basses. Whether connected directly to a console via XLR or integrated into a pedalboard, it delivers a clean, strong, and easy-to-mix signal.

Advanced EQ, Effects Loop, and Phase Control

Its 5-band EQ is designed to remain transparent, allowing you to correct and enhance without sacrificing the dynamics or character of your instrument. The Low, Notch, midrange, presence, and treble controls help you manage definition, warmth, and problematic frequencies, while the phase inversion facilitates integration with different amplification systems and reduces unwanted effects in live settings. The effects loop allows you to conveniently insert your effects (reverb, delay, modulation) into the heart of your signal chain.

Technical specifications

Effects	EQ, Acoustic, Preamp, Bass Preamp / DI Box	Type	sector
Technology	Analog	Use	acoustic guitar
Format	Pedal	Color	Brown
EQ	5 channels

Equalization	5 bands	Effect loop	yes
Gain	adjustable	EQ controls	treble, presence, mids, Notch and Low
Microphone compatibility	most active or passive microphones	Volume control	yes
Phase inversion	controllable	Battery indicator	yes
Phantom power	48 V, with a presence indicator on the enclosure	Size	140 x 90 x 50 mm
Output	XLR	Weight	500 g