Radial Engineering IceCube IC-1 Line Isolator
Best solution for audio professionals needing to eliminate ground loop hum.
This is the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it solution for silencing ground loops and electrical interference in your signal chain. Its tank-like steel construction is built for the road, though you sacrifice the flexibility of active signal processing for the simplicity of a purely passive, noise-killing design.
$84.99
In stock
at
Alto Music
Who it's for
- Live sound engineers battling persistent electrical hum and buzz
- Audiophiles demanding pristine signal integrity and flat frequency response
- Touring professionals needing gear that survives rigorous daily transport
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious musicians seeking an affordable, entry-level hum solution
- Users working primarily with unbalanced consumer-grade audio equipment
- Engineers requiring absolute zero signal loss for complex signal chains
Performance breakdown
Noise rejection
Galvanic isolation effectively scrubs ground loops and electrical interference from signal paths.
Build durability
The 16-gauge steel chassis is built to survive years of touring.
Signal integrity
High-quality transformer design maintains audio transparency without coloring the source signal.
Ease of integration
Passive operation allows for seamless plug-and-play setup in any professional chain.
Connector reliability
Tarnish-resistant nickel-silver contacts ensure consistent connectivity under demanding field conditions.
Portability
Compact footprint fits easily into any gig bag or pedalboard setup.
Key Specs
Type
Passive Balanced Line Isolator and Hum Eliminator
Dimensions
Just over 4" x 1 ½" (10 x 4cm)
Build Material
Solid 16 gauge steel shell, glass-filled nylon XLRs
Connector Contacts
Heavy duty nickel-silver
Channel Count
1
Connectivity
XLR (balanced)
Model Number
IC-1
Power Source
Passive
Know before you buy
Still have a question?
Ask Metto anything about the Radial Engineering IceCube IC-1 Line Isolator before you decide.
