Black Lion Audio B173 MkII – half-rack British-style mic preamp inspired by legendary 1073. Offers 70 dB gain with Cinemag input/output transformers, revamped gain stage, and lower noise floor for cleaner, low-distortion sound. Muscular lows, assertive mids, glossy highs. Variable output attenuation for transformer saturation control. DI input, +48V phantom. Ideal for vocals, guitars, and drums in studios and live.
The device excels in portability, low noise, and authentic vintage character in budget half-rack form.
MAIN FEATURES
- 70 dB gain with Cinemag transformers
- Variable output attenuation for saturation
- DI input for instruments
- +48V phantom power
- Half-rack design (1/2 RU)
- Low noise floor and distortion
- XLR input/output, TRS DI
- Hand-calibrated in USA
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Channels: 1 (mic/line/DI)
- Gain: Up to 70 dB
- Transformers: Cinemag input/output
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz
- SNR: >120 dB
- THD+N: <0.005%
- Connections: XLR mic in, TRS DI, XLR out
- Power: External 16V DC
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 241 x 44 x 152 mm (half-rack)
- Weight: 1.4 kg
