The API Model 500-6B Lunchbox is a six position rack designed to accept all API standard 5.25" X 1.5" modules. The Lunchbox is self-powered, with a rear panel selected AC voltage switch, and a removable power cord.
The API 512C is a mic/line/instrument preamp designed to provide a low noise, unusually good sounding front end for all types of audio systems. Sonically, it is at the top of the "Mic Preamp List", regardless of price.
The API 525 is a "feedback" type compressor, such as the 1176 and 660, etc. The 525 is an identical re-issue of one of the most popular API products ever.
Few equalizers enjoy the respect and admiration of the coveted API 550A. It remains the standard against which other EQ's are measured, and it has played a major role in the recording industry for decades.
Originally conceived for use in API's consoles, this latest 550 "B" version is a continuation of the original 1967 550 through the 550A with one additional filter band and several new frequencies.
The API 560 re-issue is a unique device designed to accomplish tasks that no other EQ can do. It delivers that "one-of-a-kind" API sound, precision easy set filtering, and high headroom in a very small package.
The elixir preamplifier module is an excellent compliment to the "fatter" sound of many modules now available in the API(TM) 500 Series format and has been designed to provide exceptionally low noise wide bandwidth amplification of microphone and instrument...
The essence is a True Class A Optical Compressor designed to fit the API* 500 VPR Series rack frames offering a great feature set in a compact package. The essence will find application with those seeking a musically transperant compressor for all tracking and mixing...
The potion is a True Class A FET based Compressor designed to fit the API* 500 VPR Series rack frames. The potion will suit those looking for a audio compressor with "attitude" and is particularly useful in rock, hip hop and modern music styles where a...
The DerrEsser is a multi function dynamic filtering device, in an API 500 series module format. In its basic “DS” mode, the DerrEsser is an effective, level insensitive de-esser, which is a device that will adjust the high frequency gain on overly trebly...
The EQP2 is a versatile fully parametric 2-band equalizer utilizing the legendary SPA690 discrete amp blocks. Capable of 20db of boost/cut per band, this all discrete design will offer smooth equalization from subtle to extreme.
Using the legendary SPA690 discrete amp blocks, the Inward Connections OPT1A has the exact same Optocell gain reduction circuitry as the revered TSL-3 Vac-Rac tube limiter in a solid state 500 series format.
With controls reminiscent of the classic Pultec EQP-1A, the StepEQ is a fully discrete stepped equalizer with an extremely smooth and musical tone. Perfect for any source demanding smooth top end and big powerful bottom end response.
The VC500 module is refined enough for mastering or mix buss use, but rocks enough to replace a dbx 160VU on bass or snare, bring out harmonics and air on an acoustic guitar or pump some room mics for a "When the Levee Breaks" effect.
The Action features a constant impedance 600 ohm input attenuator feeding the input transformer, just like our MC77 units. This makes the input more resistant to overload by hot signals.
The LILPEQr is our take on the classic program (aka final mix) equalizer. It offers high and low frequency shelving bands, each with three carefully selected corner frequencies to choose from, and a switchable fader knob for overall level control.