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What does API Audio stand for?

What does API Audio stand for?

Automated Processes Inc.
(or API) is a manufacturer of high-end recording studio equipment, including stand-alone preamplifier designs, equalization units and mixing consoles.

Where is API Audio based?

I am but the caretaker of an awesome brand and a dedicated team of audio professionals. Today API is both pleased and gratified to continue to play a major role in the recording and production of music….

1967 First API console sold to Apostolic Studios in New York City
1971 The 550A is added to the 500 Series

What does API stand for in relation to coding and technology?

API stands for application programming interface, which is a set of definitions and protocols for building and integrating application software.

Who invented 500 series?

API founder
The 500‑series format was invented by API founder Saul Walker in 1968 and it formed the basis of his console designs. The first standalone racks were probably DIY ones, but in 1978 Datatronix (who made API products when API had ceased production for a time) manufactured a 10‑slot rack.

What type of EQ is this api550b & 550A?

With their vast range of tonal possibilities, the API 550A and 550B are a pair of versatile EQs with that one-of-a-kind API sound. “I’ve thrown the API plugins on every track — they sound great, very similar to the way I remember the original API hardware sound.”

What is API console?

The console is where you manage certain project tasks, such as generating API credentials, enabling APIs, and managing team and billing information associated with your project.

Do I need a recording console?

Why You Don’t Need a Console Simply put, they are not required in digital recording; everything you would control on a console can be controlled directly on the computer. Additionally, consoles tend to be very expensive.

What are the three most basic functions of an audio console?

An audio mixer is a device with the primary function to accept, combine, process and monitor audio.