Fans of Chris Lorde-Alge (CLA) will be thrilled with the Black Lion Audio Bluey 500 Compressor, a 500-Series FET limiting amplifier based off of CLA's highly modified Blue-Stripe 1176. When components became unavailable, techs were forced to change out the circuit, creating a one-of-a-kind compressor that has been heard on countless hits. Chris Lord-Alge discovered the unit had a special mojo to it that shines on vocal tracks and other audio applications. The team at Black Lion Audio in conjunction with Chris recreated the monster that is now known as the Bluey 500.

The Bluey 500 compressor features a fully discrete design, through hole components, 1% resistors, polyester capacitors, and a wet/dry mix feature as well as the I/O buffer from CLA's SSL insert path for authentic console feel. Equipped with a vintage-inspired PCB layout, the compressor has a Cinemag remake of the original UTC transformer, a true bypass switch, and precise meter calibration. A front RCA connector is available for the stereo linking of two units.

A Recreation of Chris Lorde-Age's 1176    2-Slot 500 Series Module    Fully Discrete Design    Vintage-Inspired PCB Layout    1% Resistors and Polyester Capacitors    Cinemag Remake/Original UTC Transformer    I/O Buffer from CLA's SSL Console Insert    Wet/Dry Mix Feature + True Bypass    Precise Meter Calibration    Hand Assembled and Tested in the USA

• A recreation of Chris Lorde-Alge’s most prized 1176—used on every lead vocal he mixes
• True Bluey sound and workflow in a two-slot 500-series footprint
• 2 Cinemag transformers; a recreation of the original UTC input transformer, and a recreation of the original Reichenbach output transformer of original UTC transformers
• Wet/Dry mix knob allows for parallel compression not available on the original
• Stereo-linkable
• Input and Output buffering taken directly from Chris Lorde-Alge’s SSL console inserts
• Hand assembled and tested in the USA

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would this amplifier be suitable for use in a home studio as a reference amplifier to power two Yamaha NS10 speakers?

A: This amplifier is designed and intended for use with and supports 70V and 100V installations.

Q: 2. I want to connect four 8 ohm speakers to the S-501 and listen to them at the sametime.Am I correct in setting the impedence switch to high? Thanks.

A: No. Set the impedance switch to low. Note the instructions on the back panel.

Q: 3. Can this as 801 yamaha pair goid with jbl l100 classic 4 ohms speakers?

A: Yes the Yamaha A-S801 Integrated Amplifier is directly compatible with the JBL L100 Classic bookshelf speakers.

Q: 4. Does the subwoofer output function with both speaker sets?

A: Yes the subwoofer output on the Yamaha A-S301 functions with both speaker sets.

Q: 5. Is it possible to use an equalizer with this amp

A: Unfortunately all current Receiver / Amplifiers no longer offer the option to connect a separate Equalizer like the older Receivers sold years ago. The same will apply to this Yamaha A-S801.

Q: 6. I have a huge hiss problem connecting my beeznees mic to the bae compressor in to this la2a what could it be?

A: Hissing in any piece of audio gear is indicative of electronic noise, due to either poor quality in components or improper gain staging. Keep in mind every time an audio device is added to the chain, the noise floor increases.

Q: 7. I have a set of 4ohm speakers and a set of 8 ohm speakers I want to listen to at the same time. Do I connect the 4 ohms to the B speaker terminals and the 8 ohm speakers connected to the A side? The info box on page 5 seems to suggest that. And then set the Impedence selector to LOW ?Thanks!Dick

A: You can use whichever speakers you choose, in either the A or B location. Yes. If one pair, either A or B is 4 ohms, you do select Low.

Q: 8. Does this unit mix down the 2-channel stereo source to all 4 speakers,also thanks for past audio system advice.?

A: Yes it will send stereo to all 4 speakers. Speaker pair A and speaker pair B.

Q: 9. Will this work with 220 volts 50 hz

A: This product is designed to work in a standard power outlet in North America, which is 120V AC 60 Hz only.

Q: 10. Can you rack mount this unit?

A: The Yamaha A-5801 does not have rack ears, but can be racked using a shelf, such as the Auray RS-V-1U One-Space Vented Rack Shelf (1 RU), B&H # AURSV1U.