API 2500 - Anniversary Edition - Stereo Buss Compressor

API 2500 - Anniversary Edition

This API 2500 is a limited edition 50th Anniversary Stereo Bus Compressor, API's flagship compressor and the 50th Anniversary Edition adds a few unique features to this highly-valued unit including flexible output mix blending, LED gain reduction meters, premium VU meters, and a 2U, gold-faced chassis.

Each 2500 Anniversary Edition is individually serialized denoting its status as part of a limited run of only fifty units. Carefully designed to deliver API's signature analog sound, the 2500-AE delivers warmth, clarity and punch, whether used for subtle adjustments or heavy compression effects.

API 2500 Features

• Limited 50th Anniversary Edition: Only 50 units built
• New Mix/Blend Circuit
• "Over Threshold" LED illuminates when input audio crosses the set threshold
• Patented THRUST® filter with 3 settings for frequency dependent side chain control
• 3 selectable compressor curve KNEE settings
• Selectable NEW or OLD type switch for feed-forward or feed-back operation
• Preset or variable release time control
• Variable Left/Right link with peak and RMS control voltage filters
• Selectable automatic or manually variable make-up gain
• Audio circuit uses 2510 and 2520 discrete op amps with transformer output
• Premium stereo VU meters show selectable input or output
• 10-segment stereo gain reduction meter
• Full hard-wired relay bypass
• Commemorative serial number plate

Specifications

• Rear Connectors: XLR input, 1/4" side chain, XLR output
• Maximum Output Level: +32dB
• Frequency Response: ±0.5dB 20Hz to 50kHz
• Signal to Noise Ratio: 120 dB
• Power Consumption: 33.6 Watts
• Size: 19" X 3.5" X 10.5" Deep
• Size (Boxed for Shipping): 20.875" X 14.375" X 8"
• Actual Weight: 11.4 lbs.
• Shipping Weight: 15.3 lbs.