API Audio 2500+ Stereo Bus Compressor with 2520 Op-Amp

General

Compressors attenuate sound, but to do the job well, metering the incoming signal is essential. Covering every base, the API Audio 2500+ stereo compressor uses two different metering techniques, which already says a lot about the quality of this pro-studio unit. More specifically, this compressor uses Old or feedback compression as well as New or feed-forward compression, which takes a measurement at the input and a second measurement at the output, giving you completely different results - something you can definitely use. Set the threshold anywhere between -20dBu to +20dBu while the ratio, attack and release times can be freely set. Another unique feature is the patented Thrust filter which can be engaged to give the low-end more body, while the Mix/Blend function is another useful perk that can be used to blend the compressed and uncompressed signals. Satisfying on every level, this API-designed compressor also comes finished with a throwback VU meter, giving you clear and immediate feedback on the input and output levels as well as the gain.