Black Lion Audio Auteur MKII 500 500 Series Mic Preamp
The Black Lion Audio Auteur MKII 500 is a single-channel microphone and instrument preamp that brings the Auteur circuit design to the compact 500 Series format. Designed to combine fast transient response and detailed capture with transformer-based output coloration, it provides a versatile front end for vocals, drums, guitars, bass, and a wide range of acoustic and electronic sources.
Its ultra-fast input stage is designed to preserve detail and transient information, while an Edcor output transformer adds weight and tonal character as the signal leaves the preamp. The Gain control provides a wide range, giving the Auteur MKII 500 enough amplification for a broad selection of microphone types and recording applications.
A front-panel Hi-Z input allows electric guitar, bass, keyboards, and other instrument-level sources to be connected directly to the module. The high input impedance helps preserve the character and high-frequency content of passive instruments.
Essential studio controls include +48V phantom power for condenser microphones, polarity inversion, and an input pad for handling higher-level sources.
As gain is increased, the Auteur design moves from a relatively clean and fast response toward a more pronounced transformer character, allowing the preamp to cover both transparent recording duties and more colored sounds within a single 500 Series module.
Key Features
- Single-channel 500 Series microphone preamp
- Mic and Hi-Z instrument capability
- Ultra-fast input stage
- Edcor output transformer
- Wide microphone gain range
- Front-panel Hi-Z instrument input
- +48V phantom power
- Polarity inversion
- Input pad
- High input impedance for passive instruments
- High headroom output stage
- Wide frequency response
- Suitable for vocals, drums, guitars, bass, and instruments
- Requires compatible 500 Series chassis