Black Lion Audio Bluey Limiter
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Black Lion Audio
Bluey Limiter
Product Info
Article Number:
476381
Brand:
Black Lion Audio
Model:
Bluey Limiter
Category:
Compressors, Gates and De-essers
Price:
$1,263.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Bluey Limiter is a fantastic choice if you're chasing that Chris Lord-Alge vibe – think punchy, glued-together drums and vocals. Its simplicity is its strength; it’s not a Swiss Army knife, but it excels at what it does, adding serious weight and character to your mixes, particularly for rock, pop, and hip-hop.
Product Description
- Black Lion Audio Bluey Limiter
- Mono Compressor
- Modified "Blue Stripe" compressor based on a device from Chris Lord-Alge
- Discrete circuit with Cinemag transformers based on the original UTC transformers
- Extended functionality with parallel compression
- Classic switching of the ratio via four push buttons
- Adjustable attack and release
- Link connection for coupling two devices for stereo operation
- Input: 1x XLR (balanced)
- Output: 1x XLR
- Link: RCA (unbalanced)
- Power supply: 115/230 VAC internal
- Height: 2 U
- Width: 19"
- Depth: 250 mm
PROS
- • Discrete Cinemag transformers deliver a thick, warm sonic signature.
- • Classic ratio switching offers immediate, usable tonal variations.
- • Parallel compression circuit provides subtle to aggressive dynamic control.
- • Robust build quality and 2U rack format for studio integration.
CONS
- • Limited versatility compared to more complex, multi-mode compressors.
- • Mono operation requires external stereo linking for true stereo processing.
- • Premium-priced, potentially prohibitive for budget-conscious users.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Mono Limiter/Compressor
Channels
1
Controls
Adjustable Attack, Release, Ratio (4 selectable), Parallel Blend
Connections
1x XLR Input, 1x XLR Output, 1x RCA Link
Metering
LED Ladder Metering
Weight
14.5 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Cinemag transformers impart a subtle warmth and harmonic richness, rounding off transients and adding a pleasing analog saturation, especially noticeable at higher gain reduction levels.
It's a straightforward blend; no complex sidechaining or EQ options are included, providing a quick and easy way to add subtle glue or more aggressive pumping.
The RCA link connection allows you to sync the attack and release times between two Bluey Limiters for stereo operation, but it's an unbalanced connection and may introduce some noise if cables are long.
