Black Lion Audio am/cha1 EQ

   HD96


We're all fans of inductor based EQ. While it doesn't offer the surgical precision of its solid-state based gyrator circuit cousin, it has a wonderful musical quality that's very natural sounding. Typically a good inductor EQ has, in the past, been rather expensive to purchase. A classic API or Pultec-based EQ will set you back a few thousand dollars for a stereo pair.

Since we enjoy a good challenge, our goal was to develop a transformer coupled two channel inductor based EQ that could perform every bit as well as a high priced mastering-grade setup, but do it at a lower price. Since there are lots of Pultec clones out there, we wanted do develop something that was unique. We based it on what's known as a state-variable filter, and built it around custom wound Cinemag inductors. We gave it overlapping frequencies within each set of frequency bands to enable flexibility and frequency correction when needed. We use the same grain oriented silicon steel transformers in the input and output stages to give the audio a nice vintage character, although amorphous core Lundahl transformers are available as an option for an additional charge.

And since we have access to a few mastering-grade inductor EQ's, we tweaked and refined the circuit until we were satisfied that it was every bit as good as the expensive brands. The smooth highs, natural mids, and thick, powerful bass that only a good inductor EQ can deliver. Go ahead; shoot it out against your Neve, Massenburg, API, or Tube Tech. We think you'll be very impressed.


Features:
2U high rack mount chassis
15 band, fully adjustable boost/cut with variable Q
Low boost/cut: 65Hz, 115Hz, 290Hz, Q variable from 0.2 to 1.5
Low mid boost/cut: 205Hz, 500Hz, 840Hz, 1.76kHz, Q variable from 0.2 to 1.5
Mid boost/cut: 560Hz, 1.2kHz, 3.1kHz, 6.1kHz, Q variable from 0.3 to 2.6
High boost/cut: 2.4kHz, 3.7kHz, 8.2kHz, 15.6kHz, Q variable from 0.3 to 3
Selectable peak or shelf for low and high frequencies
Fully transformer coupled input and output
1/4" TRS connectors
110/220vac power


Pricing
We offer the am/cha1 EQ for $1195 (+ $30/$35 shipping within the continental United States.
(For International orders, shipping prices will vary).


Ordering Your New Black Lion Audio EQ
Please contact us directly at 773-549-1885 or email us to order yours now.

Once we receive your payment in full (either by credit card or through Paypal), your order is confirmed. Since our products are made to order, it can take approximately 5-7 business days for us to complete your EQ. Once it is completed and thoroughly tested, we will ship your EQ to you by UPS, and you will receive a tracking number via e-mail.


Return Policy & Warranty
We only take returns within 15 days from when your am/cha1 EQ is delivered.

We also extend a two-year warranty on all of our work beginning on the date your unit is delivered.
Should your EQ experience any problems or failure during the warranty period, immediately contact us and we will gladly correct the issue at no charge (excluding shipping).

 

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