Black Lion Audio Bluey 500 FET Limiting Amplifier

Black Lion Audio Bluey 500 FET Limiting Amplifier Overview
The Black Lion Audio Bluey 500 FET Limiting Amplifier brings the legendary sound of Chris Lord-Alge’s modified 1176 to the 500 Series format, delivering the same iconic character but with added convenience and flexibility. Known as “Bluey” for its signature sound, this unit encapsulates the magic of vintage gear and modern engineering. Whether you’re mixing vocals, drums, or any other instrument, the Bluey 500 offers dynamic control with a touch of warmth, smoothness, and clarity that’s perfect for shaping your sound and making your tracks shine.

Vintage Sound with Modern Features
Based on Chris Lord-Alge’s prized “Blue Stripe” 1176 limiter, the Bluey 500 combines vintage-inspired sonics with modern technology. The fully discrete Class A circuitry and polyester capacitors ensure a rich, smooth signal path, while the one-sided PCB layout adds a vintage touch. Featuring a Cinemag remake of the original UTC transformer, this limiting amplifier brings the signature warmth and punch of vintage analog gear. It’s the perfect tool for those seeking to add dynamic control with a classic tone that stands out in any mix.

Flexible Controls for Perfect Dynamic Processing
One of the standout features of the Bluey 500 is its Wet/Dry mix control, which allows you to blend the compressed and uncompressed signals to achieve the perfect balance. This feature gives you full control over how much compression you want to apply, enabling you to retain the natural dynamics of the source while adding subtle warmth or more aggressive limiting. The Bluey 500 is also stereo-linkable, making it ideal for multi-channel setups, where you need consistent and cohesive dynamic control across multiple tracks.

Built for Professional Use and Longevity
The Bluey 500 is built to perform at the highest level and is constructed with high-end components for durability and reliability. The linear power supply ensures clean, consistent power for optimal performance, while the precise meter calibration allows for accurate monitoring of the compression applied to your signal. Hand-tested for quality control and calibrated in the USA, each unit is designed to provide world-class sound for years to come, whether you’re working in a professional studio or a home recording setup.

Why Choose the Black Lion Audio Bluey 500?
If you’re looking to add vintage-style compression with modern versatility to your studio setup, the Black Lion Audio Bluey 500 FET Limiting Amplifier is a perfect choice. Whether you’re a professional mix engineer or a home studio enthusiast, this unit offers everything you need to shape your sound and add that sought-after character. The Bluey 500 brings the magic of the classic 1176 limiter into the compact and flexible 500 Series format, offering a premium solution for dynamic control that fits right into your workflow.