Audio Patchbays | Digital Audio Patchbays

Notes: A versatile alternative to conventional rack-mounted patch bays, the Minibay 1/4-inch connections round the back, which can be patched on the front panel via 1/8-inch cables. Compact and effective.

Supplier's Notes:
MINIBAY is a compact 40-point audio patch bay, designed to integrate neatly into a studio desktop space. It utilises 1/4" stereo sockets to connect with external gear and 1/8" mono (Eurorack) sockets for routing signals. There are also two built-in passive mixers with dedicated patch-points located on the main panel.

Intuitive

While the ins and outs can be configured to suit your needs, the general idea is to have instruments on Row A, mixer channels on Row B, and effects hooked into the FX rows.

Reach up to the effects; reach down to the mixer.

Convenient

MINIBAY can be neatly positioned next to a mixer (or just about anywhere) for quick and easy access and reference while working.

Patch-points are spaced to allow for comfortable grip and leverage when handling cables (even for fat fingers :)

Connecting to Gear

Insert Cables

In most cases, connections to instruments, effects and the mixer are made with standard insert cables (1xTRS to 2xTS).

This system allows two mono connections for each 1/4" socket on the back panel, and is how MINIBAY is able to pack so much for its size.

TRS Cables

TRS cables can be used to make stereo or balanced connections. When this is done, each channel or polarity is patched separately on the front panel.

Rows A and B

For Rows A and B, each 1/4" socket on the back panel is wired to two adjacent 1/8" sockets on the main panel.

FX Rows

Each 1/4" FX socket on the back panel is wired to the two corresponding 1/8" FX sockets on the main panel. One insert cable can therefore be used to connect to the input and output on an effects unit (or two cables for a stereo unit).

Normalling

Connections between patch points on Rows A and B can be individually normalled using the dip switches located on the interior of the main patch panel. Simply take out the screws on MINIBAY's steel enclosure to open it up and access these.

A normalled connection is one where the signal flows without the need for patch cables. In a fully normalled connection (as used in MINIBAY), the connection is broken if a cable is inserted at any point in the signal flow.

Notes: NANOPATCH M is a tiny and incredibly versatile patch bay, with mini jacks sockets on both the rear and the top panel. It is ideal for connecting to instruments and a mixer when used in conjunction with NANOPATCH X.

It also works with CV, so can be used as a breakout box for semi-modular synths with outputs in hard-to-reach places (e.g. Moog Grandmother) and devices that output CV over TRS sockets (e.g. MPC ONE).

Dimensions: 76 mm x 70 mm x 22 mm (not including sockets and feet)

Mini jack sockets on the back panel makes it easy to connect to eurorack systems and small instruments such as Korg Volcas.

3.5 mm to 6.35 mm cables can be used when connecting to equipment with 1/4" sockets.

Using standard eurorack cables, easily patch signals from a NANOPATCH M through effects connected to a NANOPATCH X (and back again).

How It Works

Rear sockets labelled 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8 can be used for either mono or stereo signals. For example, if a TRS cable is plugged into rear socket 1/2, the left and right channels will break out to sockets 1 and 2 on the top panel. If another cable is plugged into rear socket 2, rear sockets 1 and 2 will correspond to sockets 1 and 2 on the top panel, both in mono.

Normalling

Channels 1-4 can be full-normalled to channels 5-8 using DIP switches located on the side of the NANOPATCH M.

This allows a signal to pass through from instrument to mixer without the need for any patching. When a patch cable is inserted into either socket of a normalled pair, the connection is broken, allowing for custom routing of the signal.

Typical Setup

A typical setup would be to have four instruments connected to channels 1-4 and four mixer channels connected to channels 5-8.

Connections to the mixer could either be made with four separate mono cables (utilizing the sockets on the side) or with two insert cables (as in the diagram).

Notes: NANOPATCH X is a tiny patch bay with the primary function of connecting to guitar pedals and other effects processors. It can be used in conjunction with NANOPATCH M or standalone, for a variety of purposes.

It also works with CV, so can be used as a breakout box for semi-modular synths with outputs in hard-to-reach places (e.g. Moog Grandmother) and devices that output CV over TRS sockets (e.g. MPC ONE).

Dimensions: 76 mm x 70 mm x 22 mm (not including sockets and feet)

How It Works

Each 1/4" TRS socket on the back corresponds to two mono TS mini jacks on the top panel.

By using insert cables (TRS to dual TS), connect up to four pedals to a single NANOPATCH X.

The inputs and outputs of the pedals are then easily accessible via the top panel, using standard eurorack or TRS cables.

Patching can be done directly from instrument to mixer or via a NANOPATCH M.

Notes: Studio grade connectivity.

Your studio needs more than just accessible patching - exceptional audio quality through the entire signal path is crucial! Black Lion has been improving already-great gear through their modification service for years, and all that know-how has been channelled straight into the PBR TRS3.

The PBR TRS3 is a 48-point TRS patchbay, suitable for the most robust routing imaginable in a single rack space, loaded with 96 audiophile-grade gold-plated 1/4" TRS connectors for maximum conductivity and signal clarity. You'll easily interconnect your preamps and other outboard hardware via its audiophile-grade, secure connections.

Limitless flexibility and road-worthy construction

You'll reconfigure your entire studio's routing at a moment's notice (while cutting down on cable clutter! The rear-mounted 3-way mode switches allow for Normal, Half-normal, and Thru operation, delivering unlimited routing potential for mults, bypassing, monitoring, and parallel processing.

Black Lion's team of engineers have worked tirelessly to ensure that the PBR TRS3 delivers proper quality through-and-through. The PBR TRS3 is also built Black Lion-tough, with a reinforced steel chassis and black-anodized aluminium faceplates that make for a matched and sophisticated look.

Not your average patchbays.

Configure your studio with the best: Black Lion Audio PBR Series Patchbays. Your recordings deserve the best, and maintaining a great signal path is crucial!

Features

96 audiophile-grade gold-plated 1/4" TRS connectors
Rear-mounted 3-way mode switches for Normal, Half-normal, and Thru operation
Black-anodized aluminium faceplate and reinforced steel chassis
Includes front panel labels
Exceptional value for the price

Specifications

Number of Points: 96
Front Connectors: 48x XLR
Rear Connectors: 48x TRS
Dimensions: 534 x 102 x 51mm, 1.4kg (boxed)

Notes: Armed with gold plated quarter-inch TRS jacks and built-in Bluetooth, Black Lion's PBR TRS BT is a future-proof patch bay built for the next technological frontier.

Black Lion's TRS BT model from their PBR range is a 46-point patch back with 94 audiophile-grade 6.35mm gold-plated TRS connectors. TRS BT features to operating modes (normal and half-normal) which can easily be toggled using a switch situated on the ruggedly anodised front panel.

For patching in modern devices at lightning speed and with zero-cabling, the TRS BT also features built-in Bluetooth connectivity. In true Black Lion fashion, every BLA-installed Bluetooth module is modded to support full lossless audio for listening and sampling at optimum resolution.

Specifications

Number of Points: 46
Front Connectors: 23x TRS Jack
Rear Connectors: 23x TRS Jack, 2x TRS Jack (BT out), USB-C
Dimensions: 534 x 102 x 51mm, 1.4kg

Notes: Eliminate confusion and non-aesthetic labeling when routing your racks of precious gear with the PBR TRS3 LIT patchbay from Black Lion Audio. Built to proven Black Lion standards of build quality and signal conductivity, the PBR TRS3 LIT patchbay features customisable, brightly-lit LED displays for every input and output. Simply connect a USB keyboard directly to your LIT to customise the displays, or use the included PatchCAD software to create custom text to export directly to your patchbay using a USB drive.

To customise the displays, you have two options: simply connect a USB keyboard to the front of the unit and start typing... or you can use the included PatchCAD software to create your custom digital labels on your computer, and export them to a USB drive to load directly into the unit.

PatchCAD (Mac/Win) lets you customize your digital labels using a quick, familiar spreadsheet-like interface. Simply type out how you want your labels to appear, export the file to a USB drive, and connect the USB drive to your LIT patchbay and press the Update button.

Your studio needs more than accessible patching - audio quality throughout the entire signal chain is essential. Black Lion Audio has been trusted for years to modify the best gear to perform beyond its original spec, and they leveraged every bit of that know-how when designing their patchbays.

Every PBR product uses audiophile-grade connectors. Every contact point is gold-plated; a major factor that's missing from most patchbays that you might have encountered. Black Lion's team of engineers have worked tirelessly to ensure that the PBR series delivers proper quality through-and-through.

The PBR patchbay series is built Black Lion-tough, with black-anodised aluminium faceplates that make for a matched and sophisticated look.