DISC API 512C Mic/Line Preamplifier

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The API 500 Series

The API 500 Series focuses on high sound quality and long-term, flexible value. With its versatile range of mounting frame options, the 512c is interchangeable between rigs, making it ideal for rigs and studio use. With its rugged, portable design and high quality components this unit will be a keystone in your studio setup for time to come.

A Brief History Of API

In 1968, The company "Automated Processes Inc." was formed. Best known for their now legendary "2520 amplifier", this unique amp has been and will continue to be the heart of all API discrete products. It continues to provide reliability and sonic purity unmatched by the competition. The resulting console met the needs of the music, commercial and broadcast industry.

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 thirty years later, many of these consoles are still in daily use in some of the most prestigious recording and broadcast facilities in the world because, to date, there are few, if any consoles of equal sound quality at a cost-effective price.

Features

• Mic Preamp with 65dB of gain
• Front and Back Panel Mic Input Access
• Line/Instrument Preamp with 50dB of gain
• Front and Back Panel Line/Instrument Input
• LED VU meter for monitoring output level
• 20dB pad switch, applies to mic/line/instrument
• 48v Phantom switchable power
• Traditional API fully discrete circuit design
• Uses the famous API 2520 Op-amplifier

Specifications

• Rear Connector: Output on edge connector, MIC Input on edge connector, can be defeated
• Front Connectors: XLR MIC Input, HI-Z 1/4" Unbal Input
• Gain Range: MIC: 34dB to 65dB (14dB to 45dB w/PAD). HI-Z: 14dB to 45dB (-6dB to 25dB w/PAD)
• Maximum Input Levels: MIC, +8 dBu, Unbal HI-Z Input, +36 dBu
• Input Impedance: MIC Input, 1500 Ohms (150 Ohm mic), HI-Z Unbal Input, 400 K Ohms (20 K Ohms with pad)
• Output Impedance: Less than 75 Ohms, Transformer Balanced
• Clipping Level: +30 dBu
• Frequency Response: +0, -.3, 30 to 20 kHz
• Noise: Equivalent Input Noise: -129, Mic In. -125, Un-Balanced In. / Actual Metered Noise: Mic, -95 dBu, Un-Bal., -90 dBu
• Distortion: Less than .05 @ +4 Out, Less than .1 @ +28 Out
• Power Consumption: ±12/18 Volts/DC, @40 ma.

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