BLACK LION AUDIO B172A F.E.T. and OPTO Compressor
Estimated delivery in Italy between 13 and 20 July
Hybrid F.E.T. and OPTO Compressor
The BLACK LION AUDIO B172A is a hybrid compressor that combines the F.E.T. circuitry of the acclaimed SEVENTEEN with an equally high-quality optical section (known as T4BLA). This unit combines the two separate '76 and 2A circuits into a single unit, allowing you to route the signal in any order you desire.
BLA's extensive experience in modifications has given its designers the patience and mindset to fine-tune the details of the optical element until it became a supreme asset in the design of this product. Indeed, the T4BLA is engineered to be the best T4B optocell available today.
Flexibility was a key objective for the BLACK LION AUDIO B172A from its inception. While many engineers agree on the benefits of using both types of compression, the order in which to do so is still debated. The AB-BA switch on the B172A allows for quick internal signal routing. The two compressors can also be used completely independently of each other when using the third position (link off) on the AB-BA switch. Each circuit also has a stereo link, so a pair of BLACK LION AUDIO B172A units can be used in stereo.
As always, meticulous time was dedicated to selecting the best possible transformers required for the circuit. With a Cinemag input transformer on the LA-2A side, Chicago-wound BLA output transformers on both circuits, and high-quality signal and decoupling signal conductors, the BLACK LION AUDIO B172A offers studio owners ultra-convenient access to a pair of high-quality dynamic processors that have stood the test of time, combined into a never-before-seen instrument.
Specifications
- 76 (SEVENTEEN) and 2A style compression in a single 2U chassis
- A/B, B/A, and independent signal routing switchable on the faceplate
- Cinemag 2A input transformer
- 76 and 2A Chicago-wound output transformers
- Custom-designed Black Lion Audio T4B opto element
- High-quality signal and power decoupling capacitors
- Stereo linkable
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About BLACK LION
Black Lion Audio is a renowned American brand in the professional audio sector, specializing in the design and production of preamplifiers, audio converters, analog summing mixers, and signal processing units. The brand has established itself through its ability to offer high-quality equipment with an excellent price-performance ratio, bringing studio-grade analog sound within reach of producers and sound engineers. Black Lion Audio products are appreciated for their sonic transparency, robust construction, and attention to circuit details. The brand has become a benchmark for those seeking significant audio upgrades in their recording studio. Discover the range of Black Lion Audio products for your professional studio at Music Delivery.
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Shipments
Shipments
We ship throughout Italy and the European Union via selected express courier partners. All orders travel in special reinforced packaging and are covered by 100% included insurance to fully protect the value and integrity of professional equipment during transport.
Returns and refunds
Returns and refunds
You can request a return within 14 days of receiving the order. As these are professional hardware and devices, items must be returned completely intact, unused, unactivated, and sealed in their original packaging, complete with all accessories and manuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are your shipping and delivery times?
What are your shipping and delivery times?
Orders are processed within 24/48 business hours. Delivery is made by insured express courier to guarantee maximum protection and safety even for the most delicate and expensive equipment.
Are the products covered by an official warranty?
Are the products covered by an official warranty?
Yes, all products are 100% original and covered by the official 24-month manufacturer's warranty. In addition, our technical department offers free after-sales support to assist you with the initial setup of your system.
How does the right of withdrawal work?
How does the right of withdrawal work?
If the hardware does not meet your expectations, you can return it within 14 days of receipt. The product must be returned intact, unused, and sealed in its original packaging, complete with all accessories and manuals.
What does it mean if a product is "Available on order"?
What does it mean if a product is "Available on order"?
Some complex professional audio systems or lighting equipment are ordered directly from official distributors based on customer requests. You can proceed with the purchase as normal and our team will immediately inform you of the exact arrival times at our warehouses.

