API

527A Compressor/Limiter

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  • Regular price R 1,195.00


The API 527 is a must-have 500 Series compressor, borrowing architecture from the famed 225 console limiter and 2500 stereo bus compressor. This discrete VCA comp turns out a sound that's instantly recognizable, packed with API's signature punch and mojo. Everything you'd want to control on a compressor is right there at your fingertips, with standard parameters like timing and ratio being augmented by switchable feed-foward/feedback modes, selectable knee, and API's patented "THRUST" circuit that gets the bottom end hitting you in the chest. Strap the 527 over a lead vocal while recording to control peaks and bring up low-level detail, even out a fluctuating bass guitar track, or link two of them together and send your whole mix to the glue factory.

Specifications:

  • Audio circuit uses 2510 and 2520 Discrete Op Amps with transformer output
  • Detented, continuously variable, 31-position Threshold, Ratio, Out, Attack, and Release controls
  • 10-segment LED meter displays selectable Gain Reduction and VU
  • Overload indicator LED
  • Patented Thrust switch for frequency-dependent side chain control
  • Hard- and soft-knee compression settings
  • Selectable New/Old switch for modern feed-forward or vintage feedback operation
  • Link 2 527A modules together for effortless stereo operation
  • Flexible soft and hard relay bypass options