Discrete Mic / Line Pre
Features
- Mic Preamp with 65 dB of gain
- Front and Back Panel Mic Input Access
- Line/Instrument Preamp with 50 dB of gain
- Front and Back Panel Line/Instrument Input
- LED VU meter for monitoring output level
- 20 dB pad switch, applies to mic/line/instrument
- 48v Phantom switchable power
- Traditional API fully discrete circuit design
- Uses the famous API 2520 Op-Amp
The API 512C is a mic/line/instrument preamp designed to provide a low noise,
unusually good sounding front end for all types of audio systems. Sonically, it
is at the top of the "Mic Preamp List", regardless of price. Offering low noise
(-129 EIN) and 65 dB of gain, the 512C includes phantom power, switchable
polarity, -20 dB pad and Mic/Line or Instrument selector. Front panel XLR and
1/4 inch connectors combined with rear panel mic access allows for additional
flexibility when installed in an API LunchBox, Six Pack, 10 position vertical
rack, a 2 position horizontal rack, or an API console.
What makes the API 512C unique is its long evolution from the original 1967
era 512, the first modular mic pre, to the current full featured 512C, while
preserving the original sound character that made it so much a part of the early
days of recording. Offering high headroom and a wide variety of inputs and input
access ponts, it is ideal for unusual and demanding applications.
Imagine a situation where only a few preamps are needed, yet the smallest
available console has a proportonally "small" mic preamp, making it useless for
the demanding application, or conversely, imagine where you need a large number
of preamps, and a console of sufficient inputs and quality would be too large to
transport or rack mount. The 512C hits the spot with its quality and famous
tone. Expand, combine or downsize at any time without trade-ins or product
obsolescence. In addition, the 512C's sound and performance exceeds most
"console mic pres" in every respect.
The beauty of the entire API 500 Series is its long term flexibility and
lasting value when needs change over time. With a range of mounting frame
options, the 512C will be a valuable asset to your performance critical
applications.
The 512C Mic/Line Preamp makes use of the 2510 and 2520 op-amps and therefore
exhibits the reliability, long life, and uniformity which are characteristic of
API products.
Herstellerinformationen
API Audio
An Abbreviated History of API
In 1968, Automated Processes, Inc. (API) was formed by engineers and music professionals with a vision. Today API is well known for many contributions to the field as well as a long-standing trademark warm sound. The 2520 amplifier, a unique amp invented by co-founder Saul Walker has been and will continue to be at the heart of all API discrete products. The 2520 continues to provide reliability and sonic purity unmatched by the competition. The early API consoles met the needs of music, commercial and broadcast industries.
API became the leading audio broadcast console manufacturer for radio and television networks and high profile stations. In addition, recording studios, large and small, began using API.....and receiving rave reviews from engineers and producers. There are over 700 API consoles across the nation and around the world, including the three major networks. Over forty years later, many of these consoles are still in daily use in some of the most prestigious recording and broadcast facilities in the world.
Angaben zur Produktsicherheit
GPSR Information
Herstellerinformationen:
Automated Processes Inc.
Jessup, Maryland 2794
Patuxent Range, Vereinigte Staaten, 8301
https://service.apiaudio.com/contact
verantwortliche Person:
ES-ProAudio
Narzissenstr. 9
Ingolstadt, Deutschland, 85055
https://shop.es-proaudio.de/pages/contact
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