API Audio 512v Preamp
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API Audio
512v Preamp
Product Info
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The 512v is a powerhouse for anyone chasing that classic API console vibe. It's a fantastic choice for tracking vocals, guitars, or anything needing a bit of extra grit and character—especially drums and rock instrumentation. It's not a neutral preamp, it's a *character* preamp, and it delivers that in spades.
Product Description
- API Audio 512v Preamp
- Microphone / Instrument / Line Preamp
- Microphone preamp with 65 dB gain
- Line and instrument pre-amplification with 45 dB gain
- Button for 3: 1 output transformer
- LED VU meter
- 20 dB Pad switch
- Output volume control
- + 48V phantom power switchable
- Combo input XLR / 6.3 mm jack on the front
- Circuit design with API 2520 operational amplifiers
- Type: 500 Module
- • API's signature 2520 op-amp voicing delivers thick, punchy low-mids
- • Discrete output transformer adds desirable harmonic saturation and warmth
- • Versatile input combo caters to dynamic mics and hot instrument signals
- • Robust build quality with API’s signature metal chassis and reliable components
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for a single 500 series module
- • Limited routing options; a dedicated insert send isn’t included
- • Transformer selection is fixed, reducing flexibility for cleaner sounds
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