{"product_id":"black-lion-audio-b173-quad","title":"Black Lion Audio B173 Quad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFour British-style preamp channels for building a consistent analogue recording chain.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic character across several inputs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eB173 Quad combines four 73-style microphone channels with Cinemag transformers and up to 70 dB of gain. It brings the B173 approach to sessions where several sources need the same preamp family, whether you are capturing a small ensemble, selected drum microphones or a collection of overdubs with a coherent tonal foundation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGain staging as a creative control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStepped input gain works alongside dedicated output adjustment on each channel. This allows you to change how hard the preamp is driven while keeping the next device within its intended operating range. For a useful comparison, match the outgoing level as you explore cleaner settings and more pronounced transformer character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlexible analogue connections\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRear XLR microphone inputs handle the core recording duties, while front DI inputs on channels 1 and 2 support direct instruments. XLR and TRS outputs give you options for connection to a patchbay, mixer or converter. The result is a practical front end for a studio that regularly moves between microphones and electronic instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesigned for the recording rack\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2U layout keeps four channels of controls accessible rather than burying every adjustment in software. It is well suited to engineers who want to establish a sound before conversion and preserve that decision through the rest of the session. Pair it with suitable line-level inputs and set the gain structure across both pieces of equipment deliberately.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Lion Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58999132062079,"sku":"B173-QUAD","price":1429.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/1216\/1407\/files\/black-lion-audio-b173-quad-b173-quad-front-2560.png?v=1793278783","url":"https:\/\/sxpro.co.uk\/products\/black-lion-audio-b173-quad","provider":"SX Pro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}