Description
The Black Lion B173 MkII is the ideal preamp for those looking to add professional character and sonic richness without sacrificing space. It combines a compact (half-rack) design with high-end components, making it a powerful tool for both professional studios and more modest setups. The B173 MKII combines up to 70 dB of gain with the ability to adjust how much saturation you want.
Cinemag high-quality transformers ensure a warm sound on the one hand and a pleasant, single-stage experience with guaranteed reproduction on the other; every instrument or voice comes to life with natural harmonic saturation and an unmistakable analogue weight.
From an intimate vocal to a raw electric guitar, everything will sound fuller, more musical, and with that “magic” that defines high-end productions. Ideal for musicians and producers seeking authentic analogue character in their studio.
Black Lion B173 MKII Features:
- Classic 1073 preamplifier design
- Half-rack housing
- Cinemag input and output transformer
- Hi-Z input on the front panel
- Phase reversal and 18 dB pad switch
- Stepped gain control
- Up to 70 dB of gain
- Switchable 48 V phantom power
- Variable output control
- Inputs: 1x XLR (balanced), 1x 1/4″ jack (unbalanced)
- Output: 1x balanced jack
- External power supply
- Dimensions (WxDxH): 24cm x 16,50 x 4,4
- Weight: 1.4 kg
- Manual here
