Black Lion Audio 500 Series Auteur MKII 500 Single Channel Microphone Preamplifier

SKU: BLAAMKII500 MFR: AUTEURMK2500
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Key Features

  • Achieve pristine sound with this low noise microphone preamplifier for vocals.
  • Capture every nuance; the wide gain range is perfect for diverse recording needs.
  • Optimize your signal chain with selectable input impedance for tonal flexibility.
  • Experience studio-grade clarity with phantom power, ideal for condenser mics.
  • Enjoy a broad bandwidth ensuring detailed, high-fidelity audio reproduction.
  • Integrate seamlessly; this 500 series preamp enhances any professional setup.
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Black Lion Audio Auteur MKII 500 Specifications

Mic Section

Mic Section

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  • Max Microphone Input Level

    +1dBu

  • Input Impedance

    6000Ohms

  • Pad

    13dBu

  • Gain (no pad)

    +16dB to +67dB

  • Equivalent Input Noise (noise floor)

    -108dBu

  • THD+N (At +4dBu output)

    .0046% at +12dBu Gain
    .0064% at +24dBu Gain
    .012% at +32dBu Gain
    .028% at +40dBu Gain
    .085% at +50dBu Gain
    .3% at +62dBu Gain

  • Bandwidth

    10Hz to 30kHz (1kHz, 600Ohms unbalanced source, unweighted)

D.I. Section

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  • Max D.I. Input Level

    +18dBu

  • Input Impedance Balanced

    2.2MOhms

  • Input Impedance Unbalanced

    1.1MOhms

  • Pad

    13dBu

  • Gain

    +16dB to +67dB

  • Equivalent Input Noise (noise floor)

    -82dB

  • THD+N (At +4dBu output)

    .007% at +12dBu
    .11% at +40dBu

  • Bandwidth

    10Hz to 30kHz (1kHz, 600Ohms unbalanced source, unweighted)

Output Section

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  • Max Output Level

    +28dBu

  • Output Impedance

    600Ohms

Power Supply

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  • Power Supply

    +/- 15v from 500 series rack

General

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  • Dimensions

    1.5 x 6.5 x 5.25" (3.81 x 16.51 x 13.34cm)

  • Weight

    0.8 lbs (0.36kg)

  • UPC Code

    700254867182

About Black Lion Audio Auteur MKII 500

The Auteur MkII 500 is one of the most "bang for your buck" 500-series preamps in existence! You get all of the sound of the 1/2 rack version, but with the addition of a Hi-Z input! It features an ultra-fast input stage that captures lots of detail and nuance and a signal path transformer that adds some "beef" on the way out. Once you hear the Auteur MkII 500, you'll want to load your 500 rack full of them!

Black Lion Audio Auteur MKII 500 Features

  • 500 Series format (500 series rack required)
  • Single Channel
  • Ultra High-Speed Input Stage
  • Edcor Output Transformer
  • 67dB Gain
  • Phantom Power
  • Phase Switch
  • 13dBu Pad
  • Hi-Z Input

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 24 months.

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Key Features

  • Achieve pristine sound with this low noise microphone preamplifier for vocals.
  • Capture every nuance; the wide gain range is perfect for diverse recording needs.
  • Optimize your signal chain with selectable input impedance for tonal flexibility.
  • Experience studio-grade clarity with phantom power, ideal for condenser mics.
  • Enjoy a broad bandwidth ensuring detailed, high-fidelity audio reproduction.
  • Integrate seamlessly; this 500 series preamp enhances any professional setup.

What's in the box:

  • Black Lion Audio 500 Series Auteur MKII 500 Single Channel Microphone Preamplifier
  • Black Lion Audio 2 Year Warranty