Black Lion Audio Seventeen-500
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Black Lion Audio
Seventeen-500
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The Seventeen-500 delivers that coveted vintage FET compression vibe in a compact 500 module. It’s surprisingly versatile with the ratio combinations and sidechain filtering, making it ideal for tracking vocals, guitars, or adding glue to a mix – especially if you're chasing a classic, warm sound.
Product Description
- Black Lion Audio Seventeen-500
- Mono-FET-Compressor
- Inspired by a legendary studio instrument
- Compact 500 format
- Optimised circuit with output transformer
- Extended functionality with variable high-pass filter in the sidechain and parallel compression in the signal path
- Sidechain HPF: Off
- 100Hz
- 200Hz
- Classic ratio switching via four push buttons
- Ratio switchable 4: 1
- 12: 1
- 20: 1 and any combination
- Attack and release continuously adjustable
- Attack: 20µS to 800µS
- Release: 1200mS to 50mS
- Link connection for coupling two devices for stereo operation
- All Button In function
- Comp mix control
- VU meter
- Frequency range: 20Hz - 22kHz
- +/- 1dB; signal-to-noise ratio: >78dB; THD+N: 0.08%
- 1x Stereo link on the front (RCA
- unbalanced)
- Voltage: ± 16V
- 115/230VAC switchable at the rear
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 76 x 178 x 229 mm
- Weight: 1.47 kg
- • Excellent FET compression character, recalling classic Neve designs.
- • Transformer-optimized output adds pleasing harmonic richness and warmth.
- • Flexible sidechain HPF provides precise control over low-frequency pumping.
- • Creative ratio combinations allow for nuanced dynamic shaping.
- • Unbalanced RCA stereo link feels like a cost-saving compromise.
- • Limited attack/release range might feel restrictive for some users.
- • 500 format requires a dedicated rack or module frame.
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