The API 512c is a microphone/line/instrument preamp, world famous for its ability to provide a low noise (-129 EIN) and an exceptionally good sounding front end for all types of audio applications. Sonically, it offers the distinctive API sound at an affordable price and in the scalable API 500 Series format. Offering an impressive 65dB of gain, the 512c includes phantom power, switchable polarity, -20dB pad, and mic or instrument/line selector. Front-panel XLR and 1/4-inch connectors combined with rear-panel microphone access allow additional flexibility when installed in an API ® lunch box, API 10-position 500V vertical rack, or an API console.
The API 512c remains true to the circuit designs of API founder Saul Walker. Expertly combining these circuits with API's proprietary transformers and the unparalleled 2520 op amp, the 512c is a highly musical, rich-sounding analog microphone pre, equally at home in commercial recording spaces and smaller home studios. Fully featured and still assembled by hand, the 512c exhibits the reliability, long life and uniformity that are characteristics of all API products.
Characteristics
- Microphone preamplifier with 65dB of gain;
- Front and rear panel microphone input access;
- Line/instrument preamp with 45dB of gain;
- Front panel line/instrument input;
- LED VU meter to monitor output level;
- 20dB pad switch, applies to microphone/line/instrument;
- Switchable power Phantom 48v;
- Traditional API fully discrete circuit design with 2520 Op Amp;
- Features API's exclusive five-year warranty.
Specifications
- Preamplifier type: solid state;
- Number of channels: 1;
- Frequency response: 30Hz–20kHz;
- Phantom power: Yes;
- Analog inputs: 1 x 1/4 in.