Black Lion Audio Bluey 500 – dual-slot 500-series FET limiter inspired by Chris Lord-Alge's modified "Blue Stripe" 1176 Rev A. Recreation of "golden unit" with Cinemag transformers (UTC input, Reichenbach output), delivering aggressive compression with mid-forward character. Added wet/dry mix for parallel compression and stereo link. Ideal for vocals, guitars, and drums, with vintage PCB, 1% resistors, and polyester capacitors. Hand-calibrated in USA.
The device excels in CLA "mojo," low noise, and flexibility, preserving authentic punch in 500-series format.
MAIN FEATURES
- Recreation of modified 1176 with Cinemag transformers
- Wet/dry mix knob for parallel compression
- Stereo link via front jack
- All-buttons mode for aggressive limiting
- Attack: 20–800 µs, Release: 50–1200 ms
- Ratio: 4:1, 8:1, 12:1, 20:1, combinations
- Vintage PCB layout with 1% components
- Hand-tested and calibrated in USA
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Type: FET limiter/compressor, 500-series (2 slots)
- Channels: Mono (stereo link)
- Inputs/Outputs: XLR (via lunchbox)
- Frequency Response: 20 Hz–20 kHz
- Max Gain: +30 dB
- THD+N: <0.05% @ 1 kHz
- Power: ±16V DC (from lunchbox)
- Dimensions: Standard 500-series (2 slots)
- Weight: Approx. 0.5 kg
- Included: Module, manual
