API Select T12

$2,195.00
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API Audio introduces a new range of products, the Select Series, ready to rock your studio!

The API Select T12 is a classic 2-channel, all-tube, Class-A microphone preamplifier designed with API's proprietary AP2516 transformer in the input stage and a custom API transformer on the output stage. Built with 12AT7WC and 12BH7 dual-triode vacuum tubes, the T12 represents a new and exciting variation in API's preamplifier technology and provides the user with unique tonal options. The T12 can handle a wide range of production applications including stereo operation. Carefully engineered to deliver classic tube performance and sound, the T12 delivers API's famous warmth, punch and clarity in an all-new way and features our industry-exclusive Five Year Warranty.

Features

  • All-tube, Class-A microphone preamplifier
  • Proprietary AP2516 input transformer
  • Audio circuit uses 12AT7WC and 12BH7, dual-triode vacuum tubes
  • Custom API output transformer
  • Variable microphone input impedance
  • Switchable 48-volt phantom power
  • High-impedance, unbalanced 1/4" instrument input
  • MIC/HI-Z input switch
  • -20dB input pad
  • 11-step detented preamp gain control
  • Low-cut filter with 3 fixed frequencies
  • 11-step detented output trim with 0.5dB steps for precise control
  • Detented controls for accurate recall and channel matching
  • LED peak indicator
  • Classic analog VU meters for output
  • XLR and 1/4" TRS output connections

Specifications

  • Input Impedance: Microphone: 500Ω, 1500Ω, 2000Ω, & 2500Ω (variable)
  • HI-Z: 500kΩ
  • Output Impedance: 75 ohms, can drive 600 ohm loads
  • Maximum Input Level: +24dBu with -20dB PAD engaged and gain set to 20dB
  • Gain Range: 0dB to +70dB
  • Maximum Output Level: +24dBu
  • SNR: 98dB
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz – 30kHz (+0dB / -1dB)
  • Power Consumption: 40W
  • Size: 19" x 3.5" x 12" Deep
  • Size (Boxed for Shipping): 21" x 9" x 15"
  • Actual Weight: 14 lbs.
  • Shipping Weight: 17 lbs.

 

Our ONE WITH EVERYTHING ZEN WARRANTY extends the standard manufacturer warranty by one year, see our ZEN WARRANTY page for details.