Black Lion Eighteen

Name: Black Lion Eighteen
Brand: Black Lion Audio
SKU: Eighteen
Price: 719.00 USD
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Black Lion Audio Black Lion Eighteen

$ 719.00

$ 899.00

Black Lion Eighteen

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Black Lion Eighteen

Black Lion Audio Eighteen Program EQ & Mic Pre

Single-Channel Solid State Induction EQ Preamplifier

Price: $899

The Black Lion Audio Eighteen is a vintage-inspired 2U single-channel strip that combines a classic Melcor-style mic preamplifier with a Pultec-style induction program EQ. Built with Cinemag input/output transformers and discrete BLA1831 op-amps, it delivers rich analog saturation, a punchy midrange, and flexible tone shaping.

Key Features

Boutique Preamp Architecture: Features custom Cinemag transformers and dual discrete BLA1831 op-amps for vintage analog warmth.
Induction Program EQ: Passive 2-band EQ built around a custom Cinemag inductor for smooth high and low-end sculpting.
Tone & Utility Controls: Includes switchable 80 Hz highpass and 10 kHz lowpass filters, 48V phantom power, polarity reverse, EQ bypass, and a vintage-style backlit VU meter.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Specification
Preamp Type	Solid State Induction EQ Preamp
Number of Channels	Single channel
EQ Section	2-band EQ, Lowpass Shelving, 80 Hz Highpass, 10 kHz Lowpass
Phantom Power	Yes
Polarity Switch	Yes
Analog Inputs	1 x XLR
Analog Outputs	1 x XLR
Rack Form Factor	2U
Power Source	Standard IEC AC cable
Dimensions (H x W x D)	3.5″ x 19″ x 6″
Weight	14.5 lbs.