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500 series components
The Bluey 500 is a legendary limiter from Black Lion Audio, designed to recreate the unique sound of the original model used by Chris Lord-Alge.
Highlights of the Bluey 500
- Faithful reproduction of the 'Bluey', a legendary model used on the voices of Bruce Springsteen and Green Day.
- Custom Cinemag transformers for exceptional sound texture.
- Active wet/dry control for parallel compression.
- Stereo link function for consistent sound processing on two channels.
- Hand-assembled and tested in the USA for maximum quality.
Bluey 500 Key Features
Bluey' sound recreation
The Bluey 500 recreates the unique sonic texture of the legendary limiter used by Chris Lord-Alge. Thanks to Black Lion's meticulous analysis, every detail of the 'Bluey' model has been carefully replicated, allowing every user to recapture the magic of this rare sound.
Cinemag transformers and insertion path
The Bluey 500 uses custom Cinemag transformers to deliver incomparable sonic richness. By integrating Chris Lord-Alge's console insert path, Black Lion has achieved a unique feel, as if you were working on an analog console.
Parallel compression with wet/dry control
The Bluey 500 features active wet/dry control, allowing you to adjust the parallel compression to your preference. This adds extra flexibility to adapt processing to your mixing style.
High-quality technical features
The Bluey 500 is equipped with a vintage-style printed circuit board, 1% resistors, polyester capacitors and a linear power supply. These components guarantee exceptional sound and durability, even in the most demanding studio environments.
Manual assembly and testing
Like all Black Lion products, the Bluey 500 is assembled and tested by hand in the USA, ensuring exceptional build quality. Each unit is checked to ensure it meets the highest standards.
A classic reinvented
By recreating the sound of 'Bluey', Black Lion has made it possible for all engineers and producers to experience this legendary model. The Bluey 500 is a modern reinvention of a legendary classic.
Designed for performance
The Bluey 500 is designed to excel in professional mixing environments. It offers perfect flexibility and control for users looking for a unique, powerful sound, especially for vocals and parallel compression.
A unique sound, now accessible
The Bluey 500 gives all users access to the legendary sound of Chris Lord-Alge, with perfect reproduction of the sound of the legendary vocals of Bruce Springsteen and Green Day.
Expert opinion
- A warm yet powerful sound, perfect for vocals.
- Incomparable parallel compression with exceptional control.
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Technical sheet
- Chris Lord-Alge 1176 compressor (500-size recreation)
- Replica of Chris Lord-Alge's prized 1176 compressor
- Transformer
- Cinemag remake of the original UTC transformer
- Parallel compression
- Wet/Dry mixing knob for parallel compression
- Stereo link
- Two units can be linked for stereo operation
- Buffers
- Input and output buffers based on Chris Lord-Alge console inserts
- Manufactured
- Hand-assembled and tested in the USA
- Model
- Modified 500 series "Blue Stripe" compressor
- Circuit
- Discrete circuit with Cinemag transformers
- Parallel compression
- Wet/Dry function for mixing dry and compressed signals
- Ratios
- 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1 (ratio switching via four switches)
- Attack and release
- Continuous settings for precise compression control
- Stereo link
- Stereo connection via Link jack (unbalanced cinch)
- Input
- 1x XLR (balanced)
- Output
- 1x XLR
- Dimensions
- 149 x 77 x 134 mm
- Weight
- 1.56 kg
- Occupancy
- Two slots of a 500 mm power supply chassis
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