API Reissues 560 Graphic EQ
September 27, 1999
API unveils the 560 Ten Band Graphic Equalizer, a re-issue
of the 560 originally released in the sixties. Today's model retains the sought
after sound of its predecessor while fitting into flexible, outboard, modular
frames rather than directly into consoles - as with the original version. This
option opens API's new 500 Modular Series to project studios seeking to upgrade
their Digidesign or other non-linear system while, at the same time, provides
high-end studios with unsurpassed flexibility and API's trademark sound that they
have used for hit after hit.
Today's 560 is a true remake of the original 560, both in terms of its design
and, more importantly, its sound. API, now a division of The ATI Group, is focused
solely on engineering and manufacturing, while ATI handles the business end of
the operation. All of API's new product development is under the auspices of chief
engineer, Paul Wolff, who commented, "the 560 has the sonic integrity and
usability that API is famous for and that made the original such a hit. This reissue
continues our commitment to restore the unique virtues of the early 70's API in
all current API products"
The 560 is a ten band graphic equalizer with 12dB of boost/cut per band. The
heart of the 560 is the 2520 OpAmp, an API-exclusive component responsible for
the reliability, longevity, uniformity, and sonic beauty of API's entire product
line. Frequency centers start at 31Hz and span ten octaves up to 16kHz.
Other new re-issues of the API 500 Series include the 525 Compressor/Limiter,
the 512C Mic Pre and the 550b Equalizer. While the 512C and 550b are not identical
to the originals, they remain soncially true to their heritage with updated features
necessary for today's applications. Each processor is small (1.5" by 5.25"
by 6" deep) and completely modular, fitting into either the 500H (two slot
rack with built-in power supply), 500b4 (four slot "lunchbox" with built
in power supply), or 500V (ten slot rack with outboard PS200 power). Totally flexible,
these independent modules can be configured to fit a given installation and, as
needs (or expense accounts) grow, amended without the hassles of trade-ins or
product obsolescence.
"Throughout the last three decades, API users have formed a dedicated
cadre of hard core fans," noted Brad Lunde, president of Transamerica Audio
Group, API's USA Distributor. "With the re-issue of the 560, we intend to
broaden the user base to include not only high-end recording studios, but also
the growing number of smaller, hard-disc based engineers and project studios who
want better sound, more options, and the flexibility that only API units offer."
For more information, visit www.apiaudio.com.
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