{"product_id":"api-512v-500-series-microphone-preamp-0005-16-used","title":"API 512v 500 Series Microphone Preamp #0005-16 (Used)","description":"\u003cp\u003ePunchy. Open. Musical. These are the words award-winning producers and engineers use to describe the sound of the \u003cstrong\u003eAPI 512v 500 Series Microphone Preamp\u003c\/strong\u003e. For over 50 years artists have been using API preamps to bring their recordings to life. Add the classic API tone to your 500 Series rack with the 512v Discrete Mic\/Line Pre.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_0\"\u003eLEGENDARY SOUND\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe API 512v is a 500 Series mic\/line\/instrument preamp that expands upon the legendary sound of the original 512c preamp. In addition to the standard controls of the 512c, the 512v also includes three new features designed for the modern engineer.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFirst, the 512v introduces a variable gain control knob just below the input gain knob for faster level matching. Say goodbye to clip gain automation and attenuator plug-ins! Next, the new 3:1 transformer output button allows you to reduce the output level and drive the transformers even harder for more analog warmth, grit and saturated goodness. Last but not least, the 512v features an updated front-panel combo XLR + 1\/4” line input jack to quickly capture ideas, add new instruments and overdub when inspiration strikes.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_1\"\u003eTHE API LEGACY\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWith 500 Series modules growing more and more popular by the day, it can be surprising for many to hear that Saul Walker of API invented the first modular signal processors in 1969. Shortly after the release of the their first console, API quickly became the leading console manufacturer for radio and television networks. It didn’t take long for recording studios to catch on, and soon API began receiving rave reviews from engineers and producers for the tonal quality of their preamps. To this day, over 700 API consoles are in use across the nation and around the world. Albums like Rumours by Fleetwood Mac, Wasting Light by Foo Fighters, and Van Halen’s eponymous debut are shining testaments of the quality and range of API preamps like the 512v.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3 id=\"toc_2\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS:\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMic preamp with 65 dB of gain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVariable output level control from 65 dB to -∞\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3:1 Output transformer tap selection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFront and back panel mic input access\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLine\/Instrument preamp with 45 dB of gain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFront panel combo-style XLR + 1\/4 inch line\/Instrument input\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLED VU meter for gain level indication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e20 dB pad switch, applies to mic\/line\/instrument\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e48 V Phantom switchable power\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraditional API circuit design\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"API Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44451357229159,"sku":"500256","price":839.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/8848\/5479\/files\/api-512v-500-series-microphone-preamp-0005-16-used_500256_1.jpg?v=1787096929","url":"https:\/\/vintageking.com\/products\/api-512v-500-series-microphone-preamp-0005-16-used","provider":"Vintage King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}