API 2500 Discrete 2 Channel Stereo Buss Compressor
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The API 2500 is one of the most sought after Stereo Bus Compressors in the world. Designed to feature 4 VCAs per channel, rather than the standard one or two commonly found in other compressors.
Not simply a mix compressor the 2500 can be used on any stereo source, get that modern roomy drum sound with modern Feed Forward setting or vintage style compression with Feed Back. All American and all discrete electronics for quality compression.
Key Features
- API 2520 Op Amp
- Variable threshold between -20dBu and +10dBu
- Selectable ratio, attack and release times
- Patented THRUST® selectable high-pass filter before RMS detector
- Variable link between left and right channels
- Old "feed back" or new "feed forward" compression
- Soft, medium or hard knee for easy to sharp compression
- Auto or manual gain make up
- 1/4" balanced side chain inputs
- Output clips at +28dBu
Specifications
- Number of Channels 2
- Controls Threshold, Attach, Ratio, Release
- Threshold -20 dB to 10 dB
- Ratio 1:1 to Inf.
- Side Chain Inserts Yes
- Inputs 2 x XLR
- Outputs 2 x XLR
- Sidechain I/O 2 x 1/4"
- Rack Spaces 1U
- Height 1.75"
- Depth 10.5"
- Width 19"
- Weight 4.3kg
| Manufacturer | API |
|---|---|
| SKU | 165147 |
| Shipping Weight (kg) | 5.000000 |
| MPN | 2500 |
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