Black Lion Audio PBR8-500
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Integrated and patented TT/Bantam patchbay: unlimited routing without moving your modules.
- 8 Series 500 slots stereo-linkable with two "Mults" for parallel processing.
- Ultra-stable power supply per slot: 400 mA per rail (up to 1.6 A per rail, 1.8 A non-continuous).
- Gold-plated XLR/DB25/TT connectors and robust 3U chassis for studio and touring use.
Manufacturer Information
Black Lion
https://www.blacklionaudio.com
info@blacklionaudio.com
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A Pillar of the PBR Series, Designed for Creative Flow
Derived from Black Lion Audio's expertise in noise reduction and the PBR patchbay range, the PBR 8-500 combines a versatile Series 500 rack with a front TT patchbay. Rather than imposing a fixed signal chain, it frees your workflow: monitoring, rerouting, insertion, and return are all done from the front panel, with a power reliability rarely seen in this format.Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Sound engineers, producers, and musicians who alternate between recording, mixing, and mobile live setups will find here a fast and clear routing hub. Chain preamps, EQs, and compressors, duplicate a signal for parallel compression, power a second rack, perform instant A/B comparisons, and switch back to the final print without removing a single module.Key Features and Creative Advantages
Integrated, Fully Balanced TT Patchbay
Each slot has a front panel input and output, plus two "Mults" (1 input to 2 outputs) for signal duplication. Arrange your chains on the fly without touching rear wiring.Stereo Linking and Sidechain Made Easy
A simple button links two adjacent modules in stereo; internal jumpers cover less common connections. The sidechain inputs of your compressors can be interconnected for advanced dynamic processing.Clean, Isolated, and Quiet Power Supply
Channel-by-channel regulation prevents noise or crosstalk from one module contaminating others. High-current rails ensure stability and headroom for demanding modules.Professional Build and Studio Ergonomics
Black anodized aluminum front panel, gold-plated XLR/DB25/TT connectors for optimal conductivity, and generously vented chassis for improved heat dissipation.Technical specifications
| Patented front-mounted TT/Bantam patchbay | 8 inputs and 8 outputs. | Operating voltage | 100-240 VAC. |
| Maximum current per slot and per rail | 400 mA. | Dimensions (W x D x H) | 483 x 191 x 133 mm. |
| Total current per rail | 1.6 A (1.8 A non-continuous), whichever limit is reached first. | Weight | 4.4 kg. |
| Maximum phantom power current | 140 mA. | ||
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Questions frequently asked
How many TT connections are available on this Series 500 patchbay?
The front TT/Bantam patchbay features 8 balanced inputs and 8 balanced outputs. Two Mults allow one input to be sent to two outputs.
What power supply is needed for demanding Series 500 modules?
The power supply delivers up to 400 mA per slot and per rail. The total capacity reaches 1.6 A per rail continuously, or 1.8 A for non-continuous operation. Channel regulation limits noise and crosstalk between modules.
Can the rack power condenser preamps?
Phantom power can provide up to 140 mA.
How to create parallel compression with the PBR8-500?
Thanks to the front patchbay Mults, a signal can be duplicated to two outputs. The routing then allows inserting a compressor in parallel without changing the rear wiring.
What are the dimensions of the Black Lion Audio PBR8-500 chassis?
The chassis measures 483 x 191 x 133 mm and weighs 4.4 kg. Its front panel is black anodized aluminum, with a ventilated chassis to promote thermal dissipation.
