The Radial HotShot DM‑1 is a simple, rugged footswitch that lets a performer instantly mute a dynamic microphone and redirect it to a second output, making it useful for talkback, private communication, or momentary signal routing changes during a show. It’s completely passive—no power required—and works by sending the mic’s signal to the main PA under normal conditions, then switching it to an alternate path (like a monitor mix or intercom feed) only while the momentary footswitch is held down. This makes it great for speaking to bandmates on in‑ears, addressing crew off‑air, muting for coughs, or briefly triggering an effects‑heavy channel. The DM‑1 is built from heavy‑gauge steel for touring reliability, includes XLR in/out with a ground‑lift option, and maintains normal mic behavior the moment the switch is released.