API 527A - Compressor

Artikelnummer 201001228

Kategorie API 500er-Serie

1.328,00 €

inkl. 19% USt. ,

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Beschreibung

Einkanaliger Kompressor/Limiter für das 500 Serie-Format

The API 527 takes it's place alongside the family of API VCA based compressors, the 225L and the 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor. Anyone familiar with those units will immediately be at home with the 527. Features common to the line like "feed forward" (NEW) and "feed back" (OLD) gain reduction methods selectable on the front panel, provide a choice of "that old way", or "the new way" of compression, for the highest level of flexibility in signal gain control. The "old way" or Feed-Back method is what most of the classic compressors used for the gain control circuit. The "new way" gain reduction is more typical of the newer VCA type compressors that rely on RMS detectors for the gain control voltage.

There is a "SOFT"/"HARD" switch for an "over-easy" type compression resulting in a very natural, uncompressed sound or a typical sharp knee type that lends itself to a much more severe limiting effect.

The Threshold control sets the initial operating parameter. The 527 can be operated with signal input levels from +10 dBu to -20 dBu.

The 527 features an Output fader control that ranges from minus infinity to +10dB, and output capability is +28 dBu through our 2520 discrete amplifier and a large API output transformer. The output level remains fairly constant regardless of the threshold or ratio control, much like the "more/less" Ceiling control on the API 525 compressor. This allows for live adjustments without any noticeable gain changes in the program level.

The patented THRUST® function can be switched in and out via the front panel as well, applying a high pass filter before the RMS detector circuit that preserves that punchy bottom end.

Attack and Release are fully adjustable on the 527. Release time can be adjusted by rotating the inner concentric RELEASE knob. Release time constants: .3 sec to 3 sec. Attack time is adjusted on the outer concentric ATTACK knob, which ranges from 1 millisecond to 25 milliseconds.

The 527 is designed for individual channel use or, through the use of the LINK switch, two units can be combined for Stereo applications via a motherboard bus connection.

The 527 Compressor/Limiter makes use of the 2510 and 2520 Discrete Op-amps and exhibits the reliability, long life, and signature sound which are characteristic of API products.

Features:

• Audio circuit uses the 2510 and 2520 Discrete Op Amps with transformer output
• Continuously variable detented Threshold control
• Continuously variable detented Attack and Release controls
• Continuously variable detented Ratio control
• Output Fader level control
• 10 segment VU/Gain Reduction meter with selector switch
• Overload LED
• "Link" switch for multiple unit interdependent compression linking
• "New"/"Old" switch for feed-forward or feed-back compression
• "Hard"/"Soft" compression curve knee switch
• Patented "Thrust" switch for frequency dependent side chain control
• "IN" switch with hard relay bypass when in the "Out" position

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

Herstellerinformationen:

Automated Processes Inc.
Jessup, Maryland 2794
Alabama
Patuxent Range, Vereinigte Staaten, 8301
https://service.apiaudio.com/contact

verantwortliche Person:

ES-ProAudio
Narzissenstr. 9
Baden-Württemberg
Ingolstadt, Deutschland, 85055
https://shop.es-proaudio.de/pages/contact