Preamp/DI with XLR out and phantom power - any recommendations

Looking for something not too complicated. I’m using an MXR Bass Preamp pedal now and wondering if there are other options. I play with thumb or pick, no slapping or popping, and generally prefer a typical 60’s RnB tone. Lots of options if I forego the phantom power or XLR but those 2 features work in the environments I play in and I have not found a way to search by those effectively. Thanks in advance!
 
Two I liked are Sansamp BDDI V1 and Aguilar Tone Hammer pedal.

BDDI V1 gets bad reputation because of lack of mids control and inherent scoop, but it wasn't problem the way I used it. Trick is to never have Blend over 12', than just back off Bass and Treble according to taste. After that add a little Presence. Built like a tank and it's not expensive.

Tone Hammer is great as clean DI or OD pedal. Somehow, it can't do both at the same time. If that's OK with you, it'll work for you. Awkward pedal size and a bit pricey but has nice mids controls.
 
Bass Driver DI V1 + Para Driver DI V1 in parallel. Deep/Drive Geddy style. Since using this combo I’ve found no reason whatsoever to upgrade or use something else. As much as I’d love an excuse to spend cash on more gear I don’t need :p

I bought the old V1 BDDI used on Ebay many years ago for a steal and used it for a long time. I had the itch for the DI-2112 model but instead I bought a used PDDI on Reverb, again for a steal. The power LED on it was dying so I had Tech 21 fix it… good as new. Pairing these two together is my cure for preamp GAS for the time being…. I like that this kind of does the DI-2112ish thing without having any artist name on the box… this setup feels a bit more personal I guess.
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As other have said - the SansAmp BDDI is really hard to beat for this application. While I know of other Pre's that protect from Phantom Power, I can't think of one that will accept it
Some of the Radial DI's (J48) will accept phantom, but they aren't preamps.
 
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As other have said - the SansAmp BDDI is really hard to beat for this application. While I know of other Pre's that protect from Phantom Power, I can't think of one that will accept it
Some of the Radial DI's (J48) will accept phantom, but they aren't preamps.
Yep the Bass Driver and Para Driver’s phantom power capability takes it from being great to legendary.
 
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