Mercenary Audio - API 2500 Stereo Buss Compressor

One of the most flexible stereo compressors to come to our attention is the API 2500. It can cover so many bases it should probably be two or three different units. Between the "old" and "new" character settings, between the "hard" and "soft" knee functions the 2500 can go from the subtle rounding of dynamic range for acoustic styles of music to the aggressive "whack" 2 buss compression that has become a staple in modern hip-hop, metal and alternative music styles as well as just about every shade of gray between those two extremes.

API 2500 features

The API 2500 is a versatile stereo bus compressor that allows adjustment of sonic qualities that can alter the punch and tone of the stereo mix. The 19" rack mountable unit features ATI's patented "thrust" circuit for a chest-hitting, punchy bottom end. With its dual channel design, the API 2500 is set up for stereo compression, but can also be used as two separate units via a single compression setting. The 2500 boasts a range of parameters that make it incredibly musical.

API pushes the envelope of flexibility further with selectable "old" or "new" compression. The old style uses the feedback type of compression found in the API 525, 1176 and Fairchild. The new style uses a feed forward type, similar to other popular compressors.

The output stage features API's auto-makeup gain button, permitting the user to vary the threshold or ratio while automatically maintaining a constant output level. Fidelity is ensured with an all-discrete, fully balanced design, and two front panel VU meters show input, output, and gain reduction levels.

FEATURES

API 2520 op-amp
Variable threshold between -20 and +10
Selectable Ratio, Attack and Release times
Patented "Thrust" 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 +30 dBm

MANUALS & PDFs

API 2500 Product Info Adobe pdf

API 2500 Recall Sheet Adobe pdf

API 2500 Manual Adobe pdf

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