{"product_id":"compressor-limitador-api-527a","title":"API 527A compressor\/limiter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe API 527A Compressor\/Limiter takes its place alongside the family of API VCA-based compressors, including the 225L compressor and the 529, 2500 and 2500+ stereo bus compressors. Anyone familiar with these units will feel immediately at home with the 527A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Features common to the line include front-panel selectable “feed forward” (NEW) and “feed-back” (OLD) gain reduction methods, provide a choice of “the old way” or “the new way” of compression, for the highest level of flexibility in signal gain control. The “old fashioned way” or feedback method is what most classic compressors use for the gain control circuit. The \"new way\" of gain reduction is more typical of newer VCA-type compressors that rely on RMS detectors for the gain control voltage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThere is a “SOFT”\/“HARD” knee switch for “over-easy” type compression, resulting in a very natural, uncompressed sound or a typical high-knee type that lends itself to a much more severe limiting effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The patented THRUST® function can also be turned on and off via the front panel, applying a filter upstream of the RMS detector circuit that preserves that strong bottom end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Two or more 527A Compressors\/Limiters can be connected via a DC link, allowing multiple units to be combined for stereo and multichannel applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The output level remains fairly constant regardless of threshold or ratio control, much like the Ceiling “more\/less” control on the API 525 Compressor. This allows for live adjustments without any noticeable gain changes at the program level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 527A Compressor\/Limiter makes use of the 2510 and 2520 discrete operational amplifiers and exhibits the reliability, long life and signature sound that are characteristic of API products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Feed-forward or feed-back compression;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Hard or soft knee compression;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Patented THRUST® switch for frequency-dependent sidechain control;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Continuously variable THRESHOLD control, with 31 retention positions;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Continuously variable RATIO control, with 31 retention positions;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Continuously variable ATTACK and RELEASE controls, held in 31 positions;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Continuously variable retained OUT level control, 31 positions;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Gain reduction of 10 segments\/VU meter (GR\/Output);\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Overload LED;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e IN switch with soft and hard relay bypass;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e The audio circuit uses the 2510 and 2520 discrete operational amplifiers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Processor type: API 500 Series Compressor\/Limiter;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Number of channels: 1;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eControls: Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Output, Thrust, Knee, Type (Old, New), Link, Meter;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Limit: +10dB to -20dB;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Ratio: 1:1 to 1:Infinity;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Bypass: hard bypass, soft bypass;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Module slot size: single.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"API","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43937358774490,"sku":"527A","price":1135.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/6720\/3290\/files\/Imagem_d42fb7b5-4049-4fd0-b7aa-e7ba8d4d93aa.png?v=1685741968","url":"https:\/\/musicsa.store\/products\/compressor-limitador-api-527a","provider":"Music SA - Plugins de Áudio e Equipamentos Musicais","version":"1.0","type":"link"}