{"id":10021991501,"title":"API 2500 Stereo Compressor","handle":"api-2500-stereo-compressor","description":"\u003ch1 id=\"reader-title\"\u003eAPI: 2500 Stereo Compressor\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"article_h2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAPI 2520 Op Amp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable threshold between -20dBu and +10dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable ratio, attack and release times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented \u003cspan class=\"thrust_bold_italic\"\u003eTHRUST\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"thrust_reg\"\u003e®\u003c\/span\u003e selectable high-pass filter before RMS detector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable link between left and right channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld \"feed back\" or new \"feed forward\" compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, medium or hard knee for easy to sharp compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto or manual gain make up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4\" balanced side chain inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput clips at +28dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor allows adjustment of sonic qualities to alter the punch and tone of the stereo mix. One of the 2500's notable qualities is its use of API's patented \u003cspan class=\"thrust_bold_italic\"\u003eTHRUST\u003c\/span\u003e circuit for a chest-hitting, punchy bottom end. The 19-inch, rack-mountable unit boasts a dual-channel design that can be configured for stereo compression or for use as two separate units via a single compression setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother unique feature of the 2500 is its selectable \"old\" or \"new\" compression. The old style uses the \"feed back\" type of compression found in the API 525, while the new style uses a \"feed forward\" type in which the compressor side chain is fed directly from the unit input. Additionally, the output stage exhibits an auto-makeup gain button that permits the user to vary the threshold or ratio while automatically maintaining a constant output level. Further, the 2500 ensures fidelity with its all-discrete, fully balanced design with two front panel VU meters showing input, output and gain reduction levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specspages\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_header_td\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"specspages_header_txt\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Consumption, Quiescent:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e22.8 Watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e19\" X 1.75\" (1U) X 10.5\" Deep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize (Boxed for Shipping):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e23.25\" X 6.5\" X 16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActual Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e9.48 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e13.38 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","published_at":"2017-05-16T20:05:26+02:00","created_at":"2017-05-16T20:06:29+02:00","vendor":"API","type":"Compressors","tags":["API","Compressors \/ Limiters","Price Range_$3000 and Over","Shop by brand_API","Shop by category_Compressors \/ Limiters","Signal Processing","Studio \u0026 Recording"],"price":313025,"price_min":313025,"price_max":313025,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":37626585805,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"2500","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"API 2500 Stereo Compressor","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":313025,"weight":4300,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/6125\/products\/prod_2500_1_l.jpg?v=1575932874","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/6125\/products\/prod_2500_2_l.jpg?v=1575932874"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/6125\/products\/prod_2500_1_l.jpg?v=1575932874","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":640500957230,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":11.0,"height":160,"width":1760,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/6125\/products\/prod_2500_1_l.jpg?v=1569045524"},"aspect_ratio":11.0,"height":160,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/6125\/products\/prod_2500_1_l.jpg?v=1569045524","width":1760},{"alt":null,"id":640502104110,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":10.233,"height":172,"width":1760,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/6125\/products\/prod_2500_2_l.jpg?v=1569045524"},"aspect_ratio":10.233,"height":172,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/6125\/products\/prod_2500_2_l.jpg?v=1569045524","width":1760}],"content":"\u003ch1 id=\"reader-title\"\u003eAPI: 2500 Stereo Compressor\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"article_h2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAPI 2520 Op Amp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable threshold between -20dBu and +10dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelectable ratio, attack and release times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented \u003cspan class=\"thrust_bold_italic\"\u003eTHRUST\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"thrust_reg\"\u003e®\u003c\/span\u003e selectable high-pass filter before RMS detector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariable link between left and right channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOld \"feed back\" or new \"feed forward\" compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft, medium or hard knee for easy to sharp compression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto or manual gain make up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4\" balanced side chain inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput clips at +28dBu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe API 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor allows adjustment of sonic qualities to alter the punch and tone of the stereo mix. One of the 2500's notable qualities is its use of API's patented \u003cspan class=\"thrust_bold_italic\"\u003eTHRUST\u003c\/span\u003e circuit for a chest-hitting, punchy bottom end. The 19-inch, rack-mountable unit boasts a dual-channel design that can be configured for stereo compression or for use as two separate units via a single compression setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother unique feature of the 2500 is its selectable \"old\" or \"new\" compression. The old style uses the \"feed back\" type of compression found in the API 525, while the new style uses a \"feed forward\" type in which the compressor side chain is fed directly from the unit input. Additionally, the output stage exhibits an auto-makeup gain button that permits the user to vary the threshold or ratio while automatically maintaining a constant output level. Further, the 2500 ensures fidelity with its all-discrete, fully balanced design with two front panel VU meters showing input, output and gain reduction levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specspages\" cellspacing=\"1\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_header_td\" colspan=\"2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"specspages_header_txt\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Consumption, Quiescent:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e22.8 Watts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e19\" X 1.75\" (1U) X 10.5\" Deep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize (Boxed for Shipping):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e23.25\" X 6.5\" X 16\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eActual Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e9.48 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Weight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"specspages_tds\" valign=\"top\"\u003e13.38 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e"}