API® 500 Series EQ Collection
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API 500 Series EQ Collection
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n. mendez
API EQ unleashed
I love having a plug in replica of some prestige gear, each has its distinct charector, and UAD has done it again With This API EQ plug in...It ia a must for those whom expect quality tools for the job.
n. mendez
API EQ unleashed
I love having a plug in replica of some prestige gear, each has its distinct charector, and UAD has done it again With This API EQ plug in...It ia a must for those whom expect quality tools for the job.
D. Turner V
Fucking killer on drums
What I said in the title. You need this plugin.
R. Jacobi
True API Sound
The API 500 Series EQs do exactly as they should. It is the true sound of API. The plugin versions add that iconic low end definition API is known for. The low end feels more solid and compact. As with the analog originals the sound won't suit every source and will not allow for transparent equalization. These little boxes add coloration and vibe. When you need the API Sound, here it is. And it sounds so much more like it compared to existing emulations by a well-known company not to be named, but known not to make much waves any more.
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That API thing!
I was fortunate to start my studio career working on a DeMedio/API console...the console moved and for some time I was searching aimlessly for ways to get that mid-forward punchiness I assumed could never be replicated. The 560 is now my go-to for carving up tracks or shining a spotlight. Cheers.
J. Crosby
This is one hefty EQ collection!
These babies have a fat, rich sound that I can only describe as hefty. Not only do they sound genuinely analog, they have a soulfulness about them as well. Although these typically shine as additive EQs the 560 is equally great for tonal balancing and works nicely across a buss to create cohesiveness.
When you demo the collection do yourself a huge favor before you even strap it on your mix, feed a sine wave through each EQ and be dazzled by all of the beautiful harmonics each EQ generates just sitting there… Compare it to a popular competitors version and you’ll be pleasantly surprised to see just how far UAD went to model these EQs.
M. Diaz Velez
API 500 series EQ, a MUST in your UA arsenal!
I saw several reviews before buy it... several months thinking about it. I tested them with the real ones... and after that no doubt. I bought them and I'm very happy with them. The sound is so pristine, a great EQ. After all, a MUST in you sound toolbox!
S. Lehman
PUNCHY
The 560 on the kick drum. POW ! I hate myself for not having this sooner. Thanks UAD!
M. Julien
My favorite
My favorite EQ on the market, it's coloration is just perfect. "La Palme d'Or" to the 560, I love the 16Khz band and the precision of the lows. Must have
H. Varvoglis
A must-have eq.
550A and 560 are great in any situation, are natural sounding, clear and sharp but can be aggressive at the same time depends how you squeeze them but always in a musically way. I've use the 560 even in mastering and the result was great, clear and punchy. I believe these are a must-have Eq, are the solution in every problem.
B. Thompson
Now that's a sound I remember
Growing up I used the API 560 and the Melcor version a lot. It was fast and easy to dial in a track, and at the time they were somewhat affordable. This plug-in does more than remind me of the hardware, it behaves and sounds just like the hardware.
I think the thing that makes the 560 so useful is your choices are limited. I'll spend way too much time dialing in a 550 (even more time with the GML). And sometimes that's what you need, but when you don't the 560 is the ticket.
The 550A sounds awesome as well, and I'm happy to have the choice, but right now I'm enamored with the 560.
m. meli
These make me happy
i spent 3 years sitting in front of a 1608 at Yellowdog Studios while it was here in Austin. These plugins sound exactly the way i would expect them to. Wonderful midrange, and great low, especially on percussive sources. I really like the trim pot on the output as these eq's excel at boosting. Also really low DSP usage so I can use them a lot!
R. Sudduth II
Punch punch
And more punch! Perfect for getting things to cut through and attenuating mids.
j. york
Very useful sweeteners
I have (too many) EQs- or so I thought! How would I "need" more than the Neve and Pultecs I thought? However, the way these two EQ's sculpt sound is just- different. I tried using the Pultec, then making as close to the same moves on the API graphic EQ, and the difference in tonality was very apparent. One was not better than the other- the Pultec was "soft" and gooey sounding while the API was aggressive and brighter, even with similar "brightening" EQ changes. The API EQs- especially that graphic are just very good at radically reshaping a sound. They aren't good at "surgical" EQ situations were you need to cut a very narrow band- but they are fabulous at sweetening and sculpting, and always provide a final polish to any sound!
L. Broussard
API 550 Series
A must have plugin(s) for your tookbox.
L. Broussard
API 550 Series
A must have plugin(s) for your tookbox.
d. danieli
API 500 Series EQ
this EQ is fantastic , it simply works great on almost everything,
it sounds warm and punchy on drums and bass
thanks UA
R. Beld
Perfect for quick fixes and creative workflow
These eq's are both amazing, because they are so intuitive, just like the hardware, but especially because they sound great!!!
N. Christie
Close your eyes and you can tell its API
There isn't much I can say that hasn't already been said but if you haven't tried the demo then do so and your mixes will thank you for it !
G. Francis
Game changer!
This set of EQs has undoubtably improved my mixes. Highly recommended!