Lindell Audio 7X-500 Vintage Edition

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Lindell Audio 7X-500 Vintage Edition

Lindell Audio

7X-500 Vintage Edition

4.5 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 409948
Model: 7X-500 Vintage Edition
Price: $460.90

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The Lindell 7X-500 Vintage Edition nails that classic 60s FET compression vibe – think Abbey Road, but in a 500 module. It’s a real workhorse for drums, vocals, or anything needing a touch of vintage glue, especially if you’re after a more aggressive, punchy sound than a gentle, transparent compressor offers. This is a fantastic value for anyone building a 500 rack and craving that vintage character.

Product Description

  • Lindell Audio 7X-500 Vintage Edition
  • 500 module
  • 60s Style FET Compressor / Limiter
  • Vintage Edition
  • Variable mix control
  • Attack and release can be adjusted in 3 steps
  • Highpass sidechain filter with 3 settings (off
  • 100 Hz and 300 Hz)
  • Ratio selectable: mild 4: 1
  • heavy 12: 1 and "all-in" 100: 1
  • True-bypass
  • 20-LED Gain-Reduction Meter
  • 2x Vintage OPA1731
  • Construction: 500 module
PROS
  • • Vintage OPA1731s deliver a warm, characterful compression tone.
  • • Variable mix control offers flexible blending of compressed and uncompressed signal.
  • • Three-step attack/release provides quick shaping of transients.
  • • Highpass sidechain cleans up low-frequency mud during compression.
CONS
  • • Limited ratio options compared to more modern compressor designs.
  • • Attack/release steps are somewhat coarse, lacking granular control.
  • • Build quality, while decent, isn't quite as robust as some higher-end 500 modules.

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Key Features

Module Type FET Compressor / Limiter
Channels Dual Mono
Controls Attack, Release, Ratio, Mix, Highpass Filter
Compatible Format 500 Series
Weight Approximately 1.25 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

It shares a similar aggressive character, but the 7X-500 is generally a bit warmer and less overtly aggressive, offering a slightly more forgiving compression.
The use of vintage-spec OPA1731 op-amps contributes to a distinct warmth and character not found in modern equivalents, offering a more authentic vintage tone.
While it excels at more aggressive compression, the variable mix control allows for subtle, transparent gain reduction when used judiciously.

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