Black lion audio B12a Quad
The classic, punchy sound of the American preamp
Discover the Black Lion Audio B12A Quad, a 4-channel preamp offering all the power of the legendary American 312A sound. Designed with Cinemag transformers at the input and output, it delivers an impressive 70 dB of gain, ideal for dynamic and precise recordings.
With its notched input gain, it ensures perfect recalls, while its front-panel D.I. inputs (on channels 1 and 2) offer guitars, keyboards and synthesizers a powerful sound rich in harmonics – a sonic signature found on thousands of albums.
Key Features:
Powerful 312A gain
Cinemag transformers at input and output
Front panel D.I. on channels 1 and 2
Notched gain for precise recall of settings
48V phantom power, -18 dB attenuator and phase inversion
Compact and portable half-rack format
Versatile: ideal for recording vocals, drums, guitar and other instruments
Ultra-low noise circuitry for detailed sound reproduction
Cinemag transformers at input and output for optimum audio quality
Additional DI inputs on channels 1 and 2
Features per channel:
Switchable 48V phantom power
Phase inversion
-18 dB pad (mic input)
Audio specifications:
Max input level:
Mic: +1 dBu
DI: +18 dBu
Frequency response: 10 Hz – 30 kHz
Gain:
Mic: 26 to 70 dB
DI: +10 to 53 dB
Harmonic distortion (THD+N):
Mic: 0.01%
DI: 0.115% (+36 dB Gain, +4 dBu output)
Equivalent noise level:
Mic: -120 dBu
DI: -94 dBu
Input impedance:
Mic: 200 Ω
DI: 1.1 MΩ (unbalanced)
Max output level: +26 dBu
Output impedance: 600 Ω
Connections:
4 XLR inputs (balanced)
2 6.3 mm jack inputs (unbalanced)
4 XLR and jack outputs (balanced)
Other features:
External power supply
Dimensions: 482 x 176 x 45 mm
Weight: 4.5 kg
Euroguitar Referenz : 115845
