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API 550A Equalizer: Premium Sonic Excellence

The API 550A Equalizer stands as a beacon of sonic quality and engineering prowess in the world of audio processing. With its 3-band 500 Series module design, the 550A brings a classic API equalization experience that has earned it a legendary status in the recording industry. This unit, crafted by the masterful Saul Walker in the late '60s, is renowned for its reciprocal and repeatable filtering capabilities, ensuring that your audio signal is refined with unparalleled precision.

Key Features and Specifications

The 550A Equalizer is packed with features that cater to both professional and discerning audiophiles. Each of the three bands offers 7 API selected frequency centers, allowing for fine-tuned control over your audio spectrum. With a maximum 12 dB of boost/cut per band, you have the power to shape your sound to perfection. The "Proportional Q" feature further refines the filtering at extremes, while the traditional API fully discrete circuit design guarantees a clean, clear signal path. Other highlights include shelf/peak switching on Band 1 and 3, a high headroom +30 dB clip level, and the renowned 2520 op amp for superior equalization performance.

Enduring Legacy and Unmatched Performance

For decades, the API 550A has been the gold standard against which other equalizers are measured. Its role in the recording industry is immeasurable, having graced countless custom console designs and been the go-to choice for leading engineers worldwide. Now, with the resumption of production in 2004, this iconic unit continues to make waves in today's music scene. The 550A provides reciprocal equalization at 21 points, with a maximum of 12 dB of gain at each point. The combination of frequency ranges and boost/cut, along with the ability to switch between peaking or shelving, gives you the flexibility to craft your ideal audio profile. Whether you're enhancing a track or shaping the overall sound of a mix, the API 550A Equalizer is the tool you need to achieve acoustic superiority.