API Audio
USA, est. 1968 · 21 products across 3 categories
About API Audio
API Audio, originally Automated Processes, Inc., has long been a cornerstone of professional audio recording, renowned for its robust, sonically distinctive equipment. Their designs, initially focused on broadcast consoles, evolved into highly sought-after studio processors and preamps, prized for their character and reliability. API’s gear is synonymous with a warm, punchy, and authoritative sound that has graced countless hit records.
- • Exceptional build quality and reliability
- • Distinctive, warm and powerful sonic signature
- • Highly versatile across various genres
- • Industry-standard for a reason
- • Offers a unique character for tracking and mixing
- • Premium-priced, investment required
- • Can be perceived as 'colored' by some engineers
- • Larger format rack units
- • Limited range compared to some competitors
- • Steeper learning curve for optimal usage
API Audio Products
API Audio ASM164
Summing Mixer
API Audio TranZformer GTR
Equalizer Pedals
API Audio TranZformer CMP
Compressor Pedals
API Audio Select SV14 4-Band EQ
500 Series Components
API Audio TranZformer LLX Bass Pedal
Equalizer Pedals
API Audio 3122V
Preamps
API Audio 312 Mic Pre
500 Series Components
API Audio 2500+
Compressors, Gates and De-essers
API Audio 3124V
Preamps
API Audio 512v Preamp
500 Series Components
API Audio 500-8P Lunchbox
500 Series Components
API Audio 565 Filter Bank
500 Series Components
API Audio 527A Compressor Limiter
500 Series Components
API Audio Blank Panel 500er 5B1
500 Series Components
API Audio 500VPR
500 Series Components
API Audio 525 Discrete Compressor
500 Series Components
API Audio 550b Discrete 4 Band EQ
500 Series Components
API Audio 550A Discrete 3 Band EQ
500 Series Components
API Audio 512c Mic Pre
500 Series Components
API Audio 505 Di Direct Input
500 Series Components
API Audio 5500 Dual Equalizer
Parametric Equalizers
Frequently Asked Questions About API Audio
API Audio products are primarily manufactured in their Wixom, Michigan facility, maintaining a commitment to American craftsmanship and quality control.
Absolutely; API preamps are widely used for vocal recording, providing a rich, full sound with excellent transient response and a pleasing warmth.
The 2500 offers a unique blend of VCA and optical compression, delivering a signature 'glue' effect and a powerful, controlled dynamic range that sets it apart from more transparent or aggressive alternatives.
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