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Automated Processes Inc. (API), best known for their now legendary "2520 amplifier," formed in 1968 and continues to use the 2520 op-amp as the cornerstone of all API discrete products. The resulting console meets the needs of the music, commercial and broadcast industries, positioning API as the leading audio broadcast console manufacturer for audio production outfits of any sort. There are now over 700 API consoles around the world, including one at WNYC 93.9 FM, New York City’s premier public radio station. In 2009, Vintage King Audio worked with WNYC on the acquisition and installation of an API Legacy Console in the station’s revolutionary Greene Performance Space. API has also led the way in modular outboard technology with their VPR 500-Series products. Offering their own 512c mic pre, 525 compressor and 550a, 550b and 560 equalizers as the kingpins of the format, these units are fully interchangeable within any 500-Series compatible rack structure, supplying power and input/output connections directly to the modules. Several manufacturers today build modules and racks that are fully compatible with this versatile modular system.

The API Model 500-6B Lunchbox is a six position rack designed to accept all API standard 5.25" X 1.5" modules. This allows an engineer the flexibility to bring along specialized EQ effects to any situation: 550A, 550B or 560. The Lunchbox is self-powered, with a rear panel selected AC voltage switch, and a removable power cord. The input/output jacks are XLR. Features: 
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<li>Holds 6 API standard modules 
</li><li>48 Volt internal phantom power supply 
</li><li>Self-Powered, 100 to 250 Volts, 47 to 63 Hz, Switchable 
</li><li>Rubber feet & carrying handle for portability 
</li><li>Rugged steel chassis 
</li><li>Perfect for remote recording of Vocalist and Instruments </li><li>FREE if you purchase any (4) NEW 500 Series modules.**</li></ul>The Lunchbox comes standard with a +48 volt internal phantom power supply, bussed to pin 15 for interface with the API 512C. API makes several modules for the 500-6B, such as the 512C mic preamp, the 525 compressor, the 560 Graphic EQ, and the 550B four band EQ. Combinations of these modules make perfect stereo recording packages (two 512C's and two 550B's) or vocalist's box, (one 512C, two EQ's and one 525 compressor). Other uses for the versatile Lunchbox include: 
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<li>Multitrack Recording of Acoustic and Electronic Audio Sources. 
</li><li>Sound Reinforcement Systems and Recording Live to Multitrack formats. 
</li><li>Multiple facility projects where portability is a plus. 
</li><li>Broadcast and Audio for Video Production. 
</li><li>Custom Channel Input Strips. </li></ul>NOTE: The 560A series equalizer may use pin 15 for a "direct output" and must be disabled on the 560A circuit board edge connector by cutting a trace. This will eliminate 48 volts from damaging the 560A series equalizers. If in doubt, feel free to contact the factory. **Tree Audio Meter Module is not included in the free rack special. Modules must be purchased at online price.
 10 Year Warranty 
We double the standard API 5 year warranty on this item. 10 year coverage!
 
*Double Warranty Offer is for qualifying orders purchased on or after July 1st, 2009.</api_warranty>

API 500-6B Lunchbox Free when you buy any (4) NEW 500 series modules!*
6 slot Lunchbox with built-in Power Supply.
*When purchased at online price