In 1968, API (Automated Processes Inc.) began building consoles for broadcast applications, though their products quickly found favor in elite recording circles. Today, there are over 700 classic API consoles around the globe — many still in use, thanks to their incredible sonic character and almost universally usable designs. As demand for that "console sound" grew, API released modular versions of their famed components, including the iconic 512 preamplifier, 525 compressor, and 550A EQ — versions of which are still available today. Discover why landmark Studio A facilities, including Ocean Way, trust their sound to API.
What's Hot! API 512C Single-channel Modular Microphone Preamplifier, 500 Series, with XLR/Line/Instrument Inputs, 20dB Pad, 48V Switchable Phantom Power, and Fully Discrete Circuitry Your Price: $760.75
API 512C Single-channel Modular Microphone Preamplifier, 500 Series, with XLR/Line/Instrument Inputs, 20dB Pad, 48V Switchable Phantom Power, and Fully Discrete Circuitry With the API 512C, you've got the chance to own API's legendary front-end sound — at an unbelievably incredible value. Fitting into API's 500-series modular chassis, the API 512C has nothing but legendary heritage. This microphone preamplifier evolved from the original 1967-era 512 —... [ More Info... ]
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API 3124+ 4-channel Mic and Instrument Preamp with 65dB Gain Range and Front-panel Hi-Z Inputs The API 3124+ 4-channel microphone and instrument preamp packs API console sound and performance into a very easy-to-use, premium-quality rackmountable unit. Whether you're capturing vocals or plugging in an instrument, you'll definitely appreciate the 3124+. It uses the same preamp circuit... [ More Info... ]
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API A2D Dual Analog Mic Preamp with Mic and Line Inputs, Analog and Digital Outputs, Clock Input, and Insert Point Between Analog and Digital Sections The API A2D dual mic preamp marks a first for the venerated company — it includes an integrated digital output! The A2D features a pair of premium mic preamps in one chassis, fed into API's proprietary high-quality AD converter. You get both analog and digital outputs for each channel for... [ More Info... ]
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API 2500 Stereo Compressor with "Old" and "New" Compression, "Thrust" Circuit, Auto or Manual Gain Makeup, Variable Threshold, and Sidechain If you're after versatile compression, the API 2500 is a stellar pick. This stereo bus compressor sports API's patented "thrust" circuit, which ensures you can snag a hearty, chest-hitting low end. While the API 2500 is set up for stereo compression, you can also use it as two separate units.... [ More Info... ]
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API 525 Single-channel Modular Compressor, 500 Series, Classic Reissue with Variable Threshold and Output Levels, "Ceiling" Control, VU Meter, and De-ess Function With the API 525, you get to snag the sound of API's famous 525 — a modular compressor originally introduced in the 1970s. This compressor reissue is a "feedback" type of compressor, for classic sonic character and exceptional dynamics control behavior. Onboard the API 525, the cool... [ More Info... ]
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API 550B Modular 4-band Equalizer, 500 Series, With 7 API-selected Frequency Centers, 12dB of Boost/Cut Per Band, and Proportional Q Control Incorporating API's legendary circuitry, the API 550B 4-band equalizer exudes that royal API blood line in every ounce of its sonic character. Artfully blending the past with the present, the API 550B carries the torch from the now-classic API 550EQ — delivering just the right amount of... [ More Info... ]
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API 550A Modular 3-band Equalizer, 500 Series, With 5 API-selected Frequency Centers, 12dB of Boost/Cut Per Band, and Proportional Q Control The API 550A is a true classic — an EQ that's been embraced since the late 60s, and a standard by which countless EQs have been judged. Here, reissued in 2004 in its original modular form (after a long, highly anticipated wait), the API 550A puts a piece of music history into your 500... [ More Info... ]
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API 3124MB+ 4-channel Mic and Instrument Preamp with Stereo Mixer, Transformer Balanced Outputs, 65dB Gain Range and Front-panel Hi-Z Inputs The API 3124MB+ 4-channel microphone and instrument preamp packs API console sound and performance into a very easy-to-use, premium-quality rackmountable unit — complete with a built-in stereo mixer!. Whether you're capturing vocals or plugging in an instrument, you'll definitely... [ More Info... ]
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API 560 Modular 10-band Graphic Equalizer, 500 Series Classic Reissue, With 12dB of Boost/Cut Per Band, Silent Bypass, and Proportional Q Yet another API modern classic, the 560 is a discrete 10-band graphic EQ — originally conceived for the API consoles in the 60s and 70s. This reissue is all about helping you achieve difficult equalization tasks. Not only does the API 560 give you that unique "API sound," but it also... [ More Info... ]
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API 5500 Dual Equalizer with True Bypass, Range Control, Integrated Power Supply, and 1U Rackmountable Chassis The API 5500 dual equalizer puts the great sound and classic design of an API original into a rackmountable package that's even more versatile! Based on the venerable 550 equalizer designed by API founder Saul Walker, the 5500 adds new features such as a Range control for finer adjustments, true... [ More Info... ]
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API 550A Saul Walker Edition LTD Modular 3-band Equalizer, 500 Series, With 5 API-selected Frequency Centers, 12dB of Boost/Cut Per Band, Proportional Q Control, Custom Faceplate, and Saul Walker Signature The API 550A Saul Walker Edition bears the name of legendary API founder Saul Walker. In its own right, the API 550A is a legendary EQ — embraced in top recording circles since the late 60s, and a standard by which countless EQs have been judged. Here, in the API 550A Saul Walker Edition,... [ More Info... ]
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API 8MX2 8-channel Microphone Preamplifier and 8x2x8 Mixer with Detented Level/Pan Controls, Direct Outputs, Stereo Output, Individual Phantom Power and Individual Threshold Limiter The ATI 8MX2 (built by API) is a rackmount preamplifier and 8x2x8 mixer, covering a wide range of needs for the audio professional. For starters, it's a great 8-channel system for remote recording, mobile recording, and live broadcast feed applications — not only can you mix the channels... [ More Info... ]
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API 500-6B 6-slot Empty Chassis For API 500 Series Modules with Built-in Power Supply The API 500-6B is a 6-slot Lunchbox chassis for holding up to 6 API standard-format modules. With it, you can develop your own custom rig of API gear, mixing and matching API's first-class modular preamp, EQ, and compressor selection. The API 500-6B features a 48-volt internal phantom power... [ More Info... ]
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API 500V 10-slot Empty Chassis For 500 Series-formatted Modules with Included Tri-Polar L200PS Power Supply The API 500V is a rugged 10-slot, 3U rackmountable chassis for your modular 500 seires gear. Powered by a tri-polar L200PS power supply which comes included, the 500V accepts 500 series-format modules. Input and output jacks on the API-VPR are both XLRs, and the unit can hold up to 10 500 series... [ More Info... ]
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API 5B1 Blank Panel Covering 1 Slot of 500 Series Chassis The API 5B1 is a blank panel that covers one slot of an API 500 Series chassis.
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