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API 862 50th Anniversary Edition Channel Strip (Official Japanese Product) (Limited Edition)
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Product Condition
| Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
|---|---|
| Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
| Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
| Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
| Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
| Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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862 50th Anniversary Edition Channel Strip
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of American console and outboard equipment brand API, we have just received the special channel strip, the API 862 50th Anniversary Edition, produced in a limited run of 50 units worldwide.
The API 862 50th Anniversary Edition is an ultra-special limited edition product equipped with API's traditional microphone preamps and a 3-band EQ (550A Saul Walker Edition).
By installing it in a 1U rack, we have ensured a stable power supply and further improved the sound quality.
*Only a few units have arrived in Japan, and we only have two units available at our store.
*We recommend using American voltage 117V.
*As this is a limited edition item, we may provide you with an opened product for display purposes.
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[Features]
<312 Microphone Preamp Features>
Reproduces the original 312 circuit.
High gain of +34 to +69dB.
Equipped with original AP2516 input transformer.
Equipped with only one API 2520 op-amp, just like the original.
It sends an extremely simple and pure signal via the shortest possible route to the 312 outputs.
<550A>
Reproduces the original early 1970s Saul Walker design.
Equipped with two 2520 op-amps (currently one)
*Saul Walker is a founding member of API.
Other product features
- Variable microphone input gain of up to 35dB
・Phase inversion switch
- 48V phantom power switch
-20dB pad
-INSERT switch to enable insert between 312 and 550A
- 5-point center frequency selection for each EQ band
- Each EQ band can boost/cut up to 12dB
・EQ IN switch to turn on the 550A equalizer
HF and LF can be switched between peak and shelving
-Toggle switch for turning the bandpass filter on/off
Vintage-style analog VU meter (0VU = +4 dBu) with peak LED (+18 dBu)
VU PRE switch to select whether the meter displays 312 or 550A output
・50th anniversary panel & serial number
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Specifications (excerpt from Japan):
Gain Range: +34 dB tp +69 dB (+14 dB to +49 dB with PAD)
Maximum Input Level: +4 dBu (+16 dBu with PAD)
Maximum Output Level: +31 dBu
Peak LED: Set to +18 dBu output level
Output Impedance: Less than 75 Ohms, transformer balanced
Frequency Response: +/-0.5 dB, 20 Hz to 40 KHZ
Signal to Noise Ratio: 120 dB
Power Consumption: 18.5 Watts
Size: 19 x 1.75 (1U) x 11 deep
Weight: 8.5 lbs
Shipping Weight: 12.1 lbs
550A EQ Specifications:
Three Dual Concentric Rotary Switches:
LF select: 50, 100, 200, 300, 400 Hz and stepped degree of equalization -12 dB to +12 dB
MF select: 400, 800, 1500, 3000, 5000 Hz and stepped degree of equalization -12 dB to +12 dB
HF select: 5000, 7000, 10K, 12.5K, 15K Hz and stepped degree of equalization -12 dB to +12 dB
Push Button: Equalization In or Out, LED on when In
Push Button: LF range Peak or Shelf
Push Button: HF range Peak or Shelf
Toggle Switch: 50 Hz to 15 KHZ band-pass filter In or Out
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To celebrate the 50th anniversary of American console and outboard equipment brand API, we have just received the special channel strip, the API 862 50th Anniversary Edition, produced in a limited run of 50 units worldwide.
The API 862 50th Anniversary Edition is an ultra-special limited edition product equipped with API's traditional microphone preamps and a 3-band EQ (550A Saul Walker Edition).
By installing it in a 1U rack, we have ensured a stable power supply and further improved the sound quality.
*Only a few units have arrived in Japan, and we only have two units available at our store.
*We recommend using American voltage 117V.
*As this is a limited edition item, we may provide you with an opened product for display purposes.
-----------------------------------
[Features]
<312 Microphone Preamp Features>
Reproduces the original 312 circuit.
High gain of +34 to +69dB.
Equipped with original AP2516 input transformer.
Equipped with only one API 2520 op-amp, just like the original.
It sends an extremely simple and pure signal via the shortest possible route to the 312 outputs.
<550A>
Reproduces the original early 1970s Saul Walker design.
Equipped with two 2520 op-amps (currently one)
*Saul Walker is a founding member of API.
Other product features
- Variable microphone input gain of up to 35dB
・Phase inversion switch
- 48V phantom power switch
-20dB pad
-INSERT switch to enable insert between 312 and 550A
- 5-point center frequency selection for each EQ band
- Each EQ band can boost/cut up to 12dB
・EQ IN switch to turn on the 550A equalizer
HF and LF can be switched between peak and shelving
-Toggle switch for turning the bandpass filter on/off
Vintage-style analog VU meter (0VU = +4 dBu) with peak LED (+18 dBu)
VU PRE switch to select whether the meter displays 312 or 550A output
・50th anniversary panel & serial number
-----------------------------------------------
Specifications (excerpt from Japan):
Gain Range: +34 dB tp +69 dB (+14 dB to +49 dB with PAD)
Maximum Input Level: +4 dBu (+16 dBu with PAD)
Maximum Output Level: +31 dBu
Peak LED: Set to +18 dBu output level
Output Impedance: Less than 75 Ohms, transformer balanced
Frequency Response: +/-0.5 dB, 20 Hz to 40 KHZ
Signal to Noise Ratio: 120 dB
Power Consumption: 18.5 Watts
Size: 19 x 1.75 (1U) x 11 deep
Weight: 8.5 lbs
Shipping Weight: 12.1 lbs
550A EQ Specifications:
Three Dual Concentric Rotary Switches:
LF select: 50, 100, 200, 300, 400 Hz and stepped degree of equalization -12 dB to +12 dB
MF select: 400, 800, 1500, 3000, 5000 Hz and stepped degree of equalization -12 dB to +12 dB
HF select: 5000, 7000, 10K, 12.5K, 15K Hz and stepped degree of equalization -12 dB to +12 dB
Push Button: Equalization In or Out, LED on when In
Push Button: LF range Peak or Shelf
Push Button: HF range Peak or Shelf
Toggle Switch: 50 Hz to 15 KHZ band-pass filter In or Out
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■ Condition
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* Warranty
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* Voltage
All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.
About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.
We have a wide variety of unusual and rare instruments, so please take a look.Please note that we do not list new products, as our contracts with our suppliers prohibit international shipping.
About our stores
In Japan, we have about 30 stores in Tokyo (Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Akihabara) and Osaka.
We have just opened our flagship store, IKESHIBU (IKEBE SHIBUYA), in Shibuya, Tokyo, which brings together numerous musical instrument specialty stores and serves as a hub for entertainment culture.
Please be sure to stop by if you are visiting Japan.
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