Blackbird Studio

SSL 9080XL K

API 560 Graphic EQ

Originally conceived for use in API consoles of the ’60s and ’70s, the API 560 is a unique device designed to accomplish tasks that no other EQ can. Extremely fast to set and reset using accurate zero detents, the curve shaping potential of the 560 remains unmatched.

API 550B Discrete 4 Band EQ

Based on API's original 550 from the late '60s, the API 550b is a continuation of the EQ that played a major role in the history of music recording, but with an additional filter band and several new frequencies. Incorporating API's exclusive circuitry and proprietary components (such as the legendary API 2520 Op Amp), the 550b artfully blends the past with the present.

API 550A Discrete 3 Band EQ

Few equalizers enjoy the respect and admiration of the coveted API 550A. Designed by the now-legendary Saul Walker in the late '60s, the discrete 550A was first used as a modular OEM equalizer. As the industry rapidly embraced the sonic quality of the 550A, it quickly found its way into many custom console designs by Frank DeMedio and other leading engineers. Many of these consoles are still in use today.

Neve 1073 Vintage Original Mic Preamp

GML 8200 Parametric EQ

Pultec EQP-1A EQ

DBX 165A Mono Compressor/Limiter

BSS DPR-901 II Dynamic EQ

DBX 902 De-esser

The dbx 902 de-esser was introduced in the early 80's. It was available as a module for the 900 series racks, which can be compared to the now more popular 500 series format.

Its ability to remove the harshness without degrading the overall tone made it very popular. It became a classic and most studios still have 902 de-essers in their racks today.

SPL Transient Designer

Universal Audio UA175B Vintage Compressor

Teletronix LA2A Leveling Amplifier

Empirical Labs Fatso EL7X Tape Simulator

DBX 902 De-esser

The dbx 902 de-esser was introduced in the early 80's. It was available as a module for the 900 series racks, which can be compared to the now more popular 500 series format.

Its ability to remove the harshness without degrading the overall tone made it very popular. It became a classic and most studios still have 902 de-essers in their racks today.

Chandler Limited EMI TG12413 Zener Limiter

Based on the EMI equipment used to record the Beatles at Abbey Road, the TG limiter boasts many great features including: switchable input impedance for hard or soft driving of the unit, 11-position attack, 21-position release, side chain filtering and Limit settings.

DBX 160 Compressor/Limiter

Empirical Labs EL8-X Distressor Compressor/Limiter

GML 8900 Compressor

The 8900 Dynamic Range Controller was intrinsically developed to react to loudness (rather than voltage) like our ears do. The 8900’s psycho-acoustic approach uses multiple true-RMS detectors, remarkably accurate log converters, and fast peak detectors to respond intelligently to real signal energy, not just electrical level. This innovative design employs unique controls like Crest Factor, Timing, and Release Hysteresis to precisely control the dynamic features of musical performances; one would ordinarily change out the entire unit to gain this flexibility.

Tube-Tech CL 1B Opto Compressor

Inward Connections Vac Rac TSL-3 Limiter

Universal Audio 1176LN Compressor

Billed in the 1968 release as a “true peak limiter with all transistor circuitry and superior performance on all types of program material," the 1176’s major selling point was its ultra-fast attack time — a mere 0.00002 seconds at its fastest setting. It also offered contemporary design, featuring knobs with clear surrounds, pushbuttons, and a brushed aluminum face panel with a blue stripe near the VU meter — none of those then typical big Bakelite knobs in sight.

Urei 1178 Compressor

AMS RMX16 Digital Reverb

The AMS RMX16 was the world's first microprocessor-controlled, full-bandwidth, digital reverberator. Heard on hundreds — if not thousands — of seminal recordings from the 1980s onward, the RMX16 is still found in nearly every major recording studio the world over.

Lexicon 480L Digital Effects System

Usually seen sitting on top of the console in many studios, the 480L reverb was released in 1986. Lexicon are considered to be the pioneers of digital reverb, so you can expect some excellent sounds from this unit.

Lexicon 200 Digital Reverb

Yamaha SPX90

Yamaha REV5 Digital Reverb

Roland SRV-330 Dimensional Space Reverb

Analog 2-Tracks available upon request

Alesis Masterlink Hard Disc Recorder

TC Electronic M6000

Lexicon PCM 42 Digital Delay Processor