{"product_id":"musictoner-chucklevins-api-512v-discrete-mic-line-pre","title":"API 512v Discrete Mic \/ Line Pre","description":"\u003c!-- more --\u003e \u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGet Rich Analog Sound And Pro Reliability With The API 512v Discrete Mic \/ Line Pre\u003c\/h4\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe API 512v is a mic \/ line \/ instrument preamp, world famous for its ability to provide a low noise (-129 EIN) and unusually good sounding front end for all types of audio applications. It delivers the instantly recognizable API sound at an affordable price, and in the scale-able API 500 Series format. Offering an impressive 65 dB of gain, the 512v includes front panel Variable Output control, switchable 3:1 output transformer selection, phantom power, switchable polarity, -20 dB pad, and Mic or Instrument\/Line selector. The front panel Combo-style XLR and 1\/4 inch connector combined with rear panel mic access allows for additional flexibility when installed into an API lunchbox, API's 10 position 500V vertical rack, or into an API console.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe API 512v remains faithful to the circuit designs of API's founder Saul Walker. Artfully combining those circuits with API's proprietary transformers and the incomparable 2520 op-amp, the 512v is a highly musical and rich-sounding analog mic pre, equally at home in commercial recording spaces as it is in smaller home studios. Fully featured and still hand assembled, the 512v exhibits the reliability, long life, and uniformity which are characteristic of all API products.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch4\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h4\u003e  \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMic Preamp with 65 dB of gain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eVariable Output Level Control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e3:1 Output Transformer Tap Selection\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFront and Back Panel Mic Input Access\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLine\/Instrument Preamp with 45 dB of gain\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFront Panel Combo-style XLR + 1\/4 inch Line\/Instrument Input\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLED VU meter for Gain Level indication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e20 dB pad switch, applies to mic\/line\/instrument\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e48v Phantom switchable power\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraditional API fully discrete circuit design with 2520 Op Amp\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures API's unique Five Year Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cbr\u003e    Manufacturer: Automated Processes Inc\u003cbr\u003eModel: 512V\u003cbr\u003eSKU: I473036-N-0-WHXC\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWe are Musictoner Musictoner\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince 1958, Chuck Levin’s Musictoner has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Musictoner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67643901051043,"sku":"I473036-N","price":597.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0779\/8299\/0499\/files\/870d2aa5-03eb-4290-8aee-ed5772dc8686.png?v=1791500284","url":"https:\/\/musictoner.shop\/products\/musictoner-chucklevins-api-512v-discrete-mic-line-pre","provider":"MusicToner","version":"1.0","type":"link"}