WES Audio Supercarrier II
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WES Audio
Supercarrier II
Product Info
Article Number:
417071
Brand:
WES Audio
Model:
Supercarrier II
Category:
500 Series Components
Price:
$911.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Supercarrier II is a seriously well-built 500 rack – the ISP tech really makes a difference in keeping your modules sounding their best. It's a fantastic choice for engineers and producers building out a serious API 500 system and needing reliable, flexible power and routing. This is for folks who are committed to the API ecosystem.
Product Description
- WES Audio Supercarrier II
- 11-Slot Rack for Modules of the API 500 System
- ISP (Independent Slot Power) technology
- XLR input and output for each slot
- Additional sub DB-25 input and output for slot 1-8
- Integrated stereo link switch
- Linear 100 W switching power supply 115 V / 230 V.
- Format: 19" / 3 HE
PROS
- • Robust steel chassis provides excellent module protection
- • Independent Slot Power (ISP) ensures clean, consistent module performance
- • Sub DB-25 connectivity offers flexible routing options
- • Integrated stereo link simplifies complex signal chains
CONS
- • Premium-priced, a significant investment for smaller studios
- • Relatively heavy, requiring a sturdy rack setup
- • Limited to API 500 format, not compatible with other module types
Product Video
Key Features
Module Type
API 500
Channels
11
Controls
Integrated stereo link switch, Sub DB-25 routing
Compatible Format
19in / 3 HE
Weight
35 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
ISP isolates each slot's power, preventing noise and voltage fluctuations that can muddy your signal and negatively impact module performance.
These provide a parallel signal path for slots 1-8, enabling complex routing and patching possibilities beyond the individual XLR connections.
Absolutely. The build quality, power delivery, and routing options are all geared towards demanding studio applications and long-term reliability.
