API 529

The 529 Stereo Compressor combines the unmistakable sound of API’s compressor technology with the practical and popular 500 Series format. The unit has been carefully designed to deliver a wide range of compressor options with warmth, clarity and punch, whether small, fine adjustments or hefty comp effects are needed.

• Continuously variable detented Gain, Threshold, Attack, Ratio and Release controls
• 10 segment LED meters show Gain Reduction and selectable Input or Output Level
• Above Threshold LED
• Patented THRUST ® Switch for frequency dependent side chain control
• 3 selectable compressor curve Knee settings
• Selectable New or Old switch for feed-forward or feed-back operation
• Selectable variable or auto compressor make-up gain
• Three way In/Out including full hard relay bypass
• Audio circuit uses 2520 and 2510 Discrete Op Amps with transformer output