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500 Series Racks

The A Designs 500HR is a dual slot, single space, rack mounted frame with power supply for A Designs and other 500 Series compatible audio modules. (Note: the 500HR will not work with the Neve 1073LB). You are able to use the 500HR and A Designs module combinations in four basic ways: 1. Loaded with two preamps it becomes a dual channel Mic Pre 2. Loaded with two EQ’s it is a dual channel EQ 3. Loaded with one preamp and one EQ it is a complete pre/post EQ recording channel 4. Use one preamp and the EQ in the 500HR and bypass your pre on your guitar/bass/keyboard amplifier and have a totally different amp for any live situation! Features: 
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<LI>Compatible with all the A-Designs 500 series modules 
<LI>Internal regulated power supply w/ 48v phantom power 
<LI>Steel chassis construction 
<LI>LED 48v indicator 
<LI>Included power cord 
<LI>Connections Two XLR Inputs, electronically balanced, Two XLR, electronically balanced 
<LI>Power Requirements are100/120/230 VAC - 14W 
<LI>DC Power Output / Channel is 140mA @ "16VDC 
<LI>Dimensions are 19" x 1.75" x 8.25" [1RU] 
<LI>Weight (empty) 6 lbs</LI></UL>
 
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A Designs Audio 500HR - 2 Slot Rack Frame w/PSU 1/2 off when you purchase any (2) NEW A Designs or Electrodyne modules
Dual Slot 500 Series Rack - 1 RU for two modules with 48 Volt Phantom and internal power supply
*Modules must be NEW and purchased at online price.

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The API 500-6B Lunchbox is a 
6-slot rack designed to accept all API standard 5.25" X 1.5" modules. 
This quality 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. The lunchbox comes
 standard with a +48 volt internal phantom power supply, bussed to pin 
15 for interface with the API 512c Mic Preamplifier. 
 
Features 
<ul><li>Holds 6 API standard modules</li><li>215mA per slot</li><li>DB-25 connectors for easy input and output connection</li><li>XLRs to access channels 7 and 8 of the multipins</li><li>Power rail LED indication</li><li>Self-Powered, 100 to 250 Volts switchable, 47 to 63 Hz</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>
API makes several modules for the 500-6B, including the 512c Mic 
Preamplifier, the 525 Compressor, the 527 Compressor, the 550A 3-band 
EQ, the 550b 4-band EQ and the 560 Graphic EQ. Combinations of these 
modules make perfect stereo recording packages (two 512cs and two 550bs)
 or vocalist's box (one 512c, two EQs and one 527). 
 
Other uses for the versatile lunchbox include: 
<ul><li>Multi-track recording of acoustic and electronic audio sources</li><li>Sound reinforcement systems and recording to multi-track 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 older 560A 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.

API 500-6B Lunchbox Free when you buy any (4) NEW 500 series modules!*
6 slot Lunchbox with DB25 connectors and built-in power supply
*Modules must be NEW and purchased at online price of $549 or more.

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The API Model 500VPR is powered externally by a tri-polar power supply (included) and is designed to accept API standard format 5.25" X 1.5" modules. The 500VPR is internally wired for PIN 2 hot, and comes with the API L200PS. The input/output jacks are both XLRs. The 500VPR can hold up to ten API modules. API makes several modules to fit this rack, including the 550A, 550B, 560, 525, and 512C. Like all API products, the 500VPR rack enjoys API's standard 5 year warranty. Features 
<ul>
<li>Holds 10 API Standard Format 5.25" X 1.5" Modules 
</li><li>XLR Jacks for Inputs and Outputs 
</li><li>Pre Wired Rack 
</li><li>Externally Powered 
</li><li>19" Rack Mount, 3U Tall 
</li><li>Rugged Chassis 
</li><li>Perfect for Outboard EQ / Mic Pre Modules 
</li><li>FREE if you purchase any (8) NEW 500 Series modules.*</li></ul>

The 500V can be ordered with an optional 48 volt phantom power supply, bussed to pin 15 for the API 512C to access. It must be noted that the older API 560A series equalizers used 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.
API makes several modules to fit this rack, including the 550B, 560, 525, and 512C. These modules are designed to help expand existing limited input console configurations, allowing a facility an option to a larger console.
<ul>
<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 concern. 
</li><li>Broadcast and Audio for Video Production. 
</li><li>Custom Channel Input Strips. 
</li><li>ADAT Type Portable Recording Setups. </li></ul>

API 500VPR 10 Slot Rack w/PSU Free when you buy any (8) NEW 500 Series Modules!
3U Vertical rack with external power supply that holds up to ten 500 Series modules
*Modules must be NEW and purchased at online price of $549 or more.

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Empirical Labs EL500 2 Slot 500 Series Rack 1/2 off when you buy any (2) NEW 500 Series modules!*
1U, 2 module rack for API 500 series compatable modules.
*Modules must be NEW and purchased at online price of $549 or more.

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Many manufacturers, including past Purple Audio prototypes, use linear 
power supplies for their racks. Traditional wisdom holds that linear 
power supplies are ideal for audio and generate less noise and 
interference. In many cases, especially with poorly designed "off the 
shelf" switching power supplies, this is true. However, in the case of a
 10 slot series 500 rack, even a well designed linear power supply 
generates a substantial magnetic hum field and far too much heat to 
allow for internal mounting. This problem is caused in part by the wide 
variation of line voltage across the world. External power supplies are 
cumbersome and inconvenient and consideration still has to be taken as 
to their placement in relation to other equipment. With the advancement 
of switching power supplies it is now possible to have a switcher that 
does not compromise audio performance and delivers or exceeds all 
specified current needs. Purple Audio has spent years perfecting just 
such a power supply. They have comparatively tested all of theirs, and 
many of their competitors, modules at full bandwidth (10Hz - 500kHz) on 
lab quality over built bench supplies to make sure that the Sweet Ten is
 not compromising audio performance in any way. Simply put, your 500 
series modules will perform at their highest level in a Purple Sweet Ten rack. Audio performance improvements are considerable. 
 
Features 
<ul><li>10 Slot 500 Module Rack</li><li>Internal 150K switching supply</li><li>+/- 16VDC 1.5A</li><li>+48VDC 150ma</li><li>Second Balanced Output Utilizing Edge Connector 3 & 6</li><li>Second Balanced Input Utilizing Edge Connector 7 & 9</li><li>Front Handles</li><li>Locking Female XLR connectors</li><li>Ninth slot capable of accepting the Purple Audio Moiyn (8x2) Mixer Module (specs to come)</li><li>No PSU noise in adjacent slots</li><li>Rear Ground connector</li><li>Capable of putting out the 500 module current spec 1.3A from 90VAC to 240VAC 50/60hz</li><li>CE, ROHS, & WEEE Marked</li></ul>
The Sweet Ten top, side, and back panels are finished in trivalent 
yellow chromate cold rolled steel instead of painted steel for improved 
grounding and shielding. Purple Audio's ground plane motherboards 
provide additional grounding. Additionally, the rack motherboard has 
.1uf high frequency bypass capacitors at each slot to improve filtering,
 especially for modules with DC/DC converters. Functionally, the Sweet 
Ten offers 2 inputs and 2 outputs per slot. Many of the Purple modules 
already take advantage of second output and the Moiyn mixer module will 
use the second input to allow for stereo balanced source injection. 
Future uses of these connectors include fader loops on future modules as
 well as a few surprises!

Purple Audio Sweet 10 Rack
Holds ten 500 Series modules

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The Brent Averill 312A "500 Series" mic preamps, made using the new Avedis 1122™ opamps, are punchy, have great bass and have a clear, extended top end. The sound is in your face and they don't compress transients. The low end is tight with good attack. They are excellent for drums and percussion. These pres are very cost effective. Many people buy racks of 6 or 11 to cover the entire drum kit. BAE 312A Module Features:
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<LI>Modules plug into API™ compatable lunchboxes and racks 
<LI>Made using Avedis™ 1122 opamps 
<LI>Can be phantom powered if your rack has a 48v power supply built in Pin compatible with API™ 550A equalizers 
<LI>Switches have gold contacts for long life 
<LI>Supplied with Jensen input and output transformers at no additional cost 
<LI>High impedance direct input for guitar and synthesizer </LI></UL>6 Module Portable Rack Wired to XLR Connectors 
<UL>
<LI>Strong steel chassis - not aluminum 
<LI>Shielded wires on individual connectors for serviceability - no PCBs 
<LI>XLR inputs and outputs 
<LI>Remote power supply keeps power transformer interference away from modules 
<LI>One year warranty</LI></UL>

BAE (6x) 312A Module Portable Rack - with PSU - Loaded Free rack when you buy 6x 312A modules!
Buy (6) Brent Averill 312A Modules and get them racked for free. Includes power supply.

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The Brent Averill 312A "500 Series" mic preamps, made using the new Avedis 1122™ opamps, are punchy, have great bass and have a clear, extended top end. The sound is in your face and they don't compress transients. The low end is tight with good attack. They are excellent for drums and percussion. These pres are very cost effective. Many people buy racks of 6 or 11 to cover the entire drum kit. BAE 312A Module Features: 
<UL>
<LI>Modules plug into API™ compatable lunchboxes and racks 
<LI>Made using Avedis™ 1122 opamps 
<LI>Can be phantom powered if your rack has a 48v power supply built in Pin compatible with API™ 550A equalizers 
<LI>Switches have gold contacts for long life 
<LI>Supplied with Jensen input and output transformers at no additional cost 
<LI>High impedance direct input for guitar and synthesizer </LI></UL>6 Module Rackmount Wired to XLR Connectors 
<UL>
<LI>Strong steel chassis - not aluminum 
<LI>Shielded wires on individual connectors for serviceability - no PCBs 
<LI>XLR inputs and outputs 
<LI>Remote power supply keeps power transformer interference away from modules 
<LI>One year warranty</LI></UL>

BAE (6x) 312A Module Rackmount - with PSU - Loaded Free rack when you buy 6x 312A modules!
Buy (6) BAE 312A Modules and get them racked for free. Includes power supply.

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BAE 11-Module Rack Mount - with PSU
11-module rack mount wired to XLR connectors

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BAE Six-Channel Lunchbox - with PSU
Six module portable rack wired to XLR connectors - includes PSU with +48v phantom power

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BAE Six-Channel Rackmount - with PSU
Six-module rack mount wired to XLR connectors

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