I think either way would work.  I switch out with a player that mics his cab.  I just unplug the mic, and plug the XLR cable into the back of my DT25.

I have a question that is related to this thread:

I've run out of lo-Z XLR inputs on my mixer (Tascam M164UF) -- too many singers hogging the mic inputs!

I want to run my DT25 combo into a balanced 1/4" TRS input on the mixer.

The specs for the mixer input are:

   Input impedance:  10k ohm

   Nominal input level: +4 dBu

   Maximum input level: +22 dBu

What, if anything do I need to put between the DT25 "cabinet direct out" and the input of the mixer?

For example,

   do I need a preamp?

   do I need an impedance matcher of some kind?

   or, can I just use a simple adapter cable (a balanced cable with female XLR on one end, and 1/4" male TRS on the other)?

Does anyone know the specs of the DT25 "cabinet direct out", to help me figure out what I need to put between them?

Thanks!