Originally designed for use in API consoles from the 60s and 70s, the 560 is a unique device designed to perform tasks that no other EQ can. Extremely quick to set and reset using precise zero detents, the 560's curve shaping potential remains unmatched. With a wide range of 500 mounting options, from racks to consoles, the 560 proves to be an invaluable asset for all performance-critical applications. Based on API's original 560 EQ, the current production 560 has improved resolution in the area of ±4 dB and features our exclusive circuitry and proprietary components, including the API 2520 Op Amp.
The extraordinary headroom enabled by the 2520 delivers consistent analog performance, even when using extreme EQ curves. Of course, the 2520's ability to drive low-impedance loads is critical when paired with API's custom output transformers. The results are quite audible with better low frequency reproduction and more accurate imaging, giving you that legendary API “punch in the gut” sound.
10 bands of precision EQ make the 560 ideal for signal smoothing and ambience adjustment. A great companion to a parametric EQ, the 560 utilizes API's unique "Proportional Q" design introduced during the 1960s. This design intuitively expands the filter bandwidth at lower boost/cut levels and reduces it at higher settings. high. Additionally, the zoom and trim characteristics are identical, allowing previous actions to be undone if desired.
Reliable, durable and uniform, the API 560 EQ delivers that “unique API sound” with precision filtering and easy tuning and high headroom in a compact package. If you want the sound of American classical music in an easy-to-set up graphic EQ package, you want the API 560.
Characteristics
- 10 bands of proprietary API equalization;
- Familiar graphical operation at octave centers;
- 12 dB of boost/cut per band;
- “Proportional Q” narrows the Q filter at the extremes;
- Additional resolution within the ±4 region;
- Central detention for reliable restart;
- Silent bypass button;
- Based on the original 1969 API 560 EQ.
Specifications
- Number of channels: 1;
- Number of bands: 10 bands;
- Increase/cut range: ±12;
- Q type: proportional Q;
- Frequency response: 30Hz–20kHz.