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Introducing the Bluey: The Ultimate Vintage-Inspired Compressor

The Bluey FET Limiting Amplifier by Black Lion Audio is a meticulously crafted, modified "Blue Stripe" compressor inspired by the legendary unit owned by Chris Lord-Alge. When certain components became unavailable, technicians adapted the circuit, creating a unique compressor that has shaped countless hit records. To replicate the exceptional detail of the original Bluey, we incorporated custom CineMag transformers and even recreated the insert path of Chris’s console directly into the Bluey, offering the same console feel.

Unparalleled Features

The Bluey boasts an array of features designed for professional audio engineers. We added an active wet/dry mix for seamless parallel compression and a stereo link for versatile application. The Bluey’s design includes fully discrete, Class A circuitry, ensuring top-tier sound quality.

High-Quality Components

Built to last, the Bluey features a vintage-inspired PCB layout, 1% resistors, and polyester capacitors. Its linear power supply guarantees consistent performance. The inclusion of a Cinemag remake of the original UTC transformer contributes to its distinctive sound.

Crafted for Professionals

The Bluey FET Limiting Amplifier designed with the needs of professional audio engineers in mind. Precise meter calibration allows for accurate monitoring, while through-hole components ensure durability and ease of maintenance. Like all Black Lion Audio products, the Bluey is hand-assembled and tested in the USA, promising reliable quality. A Legacy of Innovation Chris Lord-Alge, renowned mix engineer, recognized one of his four 1176 Blue Stripe units for its unique "mojo" on vocal tracks. Seeking to replicate this exceptional unit, he collaborated with Black Lion Audio’s head design engineer, Jesus Ortiz. After detailed analysis, the team recreated this vintage marvel, resulting in the Black Lion Audio Bluey. Experience the magic of vintage-inspired sound with the Bluey, a compressor built on decades of expertise and innovation. Unlock the potential of your recordings with this extraordinary piece of audio engineering.