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API 1608-II The API 1608-II is a professional analog recording and mixing console designed to deliver the classic API console sound with modern studio workflow capabilities. It represents the updated version of the original 1608 console, combining API’s renowned analog circuitry with improved routing and automation features. The console is available in 16-, 32- or 48-channel frame sizes. Each channel strip includes an API microphone preamp and a dedicated slot for API 500-series equalizer modules, allowing engineers to customize the channel processing architecture. The bus structure provides 8 multitrack buses, 8 auxiliary buses and a stereo mix bus, along with four stereo returns equipped with 100-mm faders. A comprehensive center section includes monitoring control, talkback functions and classic analog VU metering. For advanced mixing workflows, the console can optionally be equipped with Final Touch® motorized fader automation, offering integrated automation with touch-screen control and flexible mix management. Sound Character The API 1608-II delivers the classic API “big console” sound with powerful midrange, fast transient response and strong low-frequency punch. Its discrete analog circuitry and transformer-based signal path provide excellent headroom and clarity, making it ideal for professional recording and mixing environments. Highlights ✔ professional analog recording and mixing console ✔ available in 16-, 32- or 48-channel configurations ✔ API microphone preamp in every channel strip ✔ API 500-series EQ slot per channel ✔ 8 multitrack buses and 8 auxiliary buses ✔ stereo mix bus with 100-mm fader ✔ four stereo returns with dedicated faders ✔ full center-section monitoring control ✔ optional 5.1 surround monitoring ✔ classic analog VU metering ✔ optional Final Touch® motorized fader automation ✔ extensive rear-panel I/O connectivity

API The Box II The API The Box II is a compact analog recording and mixing console designed to deliver the classic API console sound in a space-efficient studio format. It combines microphone preamps, analog summing, 500-series processing, bus compression and monitoring control in a single production console. The console features eight fully equipped input channels with API microphone preamps, line inputs and high-pass filters. Each channel also includes its own 500-series slot, allowing engineers to integrate external signal processors directly into the channel strip. The summing section supports 16 channels during recording and up to 24 channels during mixdown, enabling analog summing of DAW tracks. A built-in stereo bus compressor provides the classic API mix glue. In addition to mixing capabilities, The Box II includes a complete monitor section, cue sends, talkback system and flexible routing, making it a central hub for modern hybrid studio workflows. Sound Character The Box II delivers the unmistakable API “big console” sound with punch, clarity and powerful midrange presence. Its discrete circuitry and transformer-based design provide fast transient response and a cohesive analog mix bus, giving mixes more depth and energy. Highlights ✔ compact analog recording and mixing console ✔ 8 input channels with API microphone preamps ✔ 8 integrated 500-series slots ✔ direct output on every input channel ✔ 16 summing channels (24 during mix) ✔ built-in stereo bus compressor ✔ instrument DI inputs on channels 1–4 ✔ aux sends: 1 stereo + 2 mono ✔ cue send and headphone system ✔ full monitor control section for two speaker systems ✔ integrated talkback system ✔ extensive balanced I/O connectivity Technical Specifications ✔ device type: analog recording and mixing console ✔ inputs: 8 mic/line channels ✔ 500-series slots: 8 ✔ summing channels: 16 recording / 24 mixing ✔ aux buses: 1 stereo + 2 mono ✔ instrument inputs: 4 Hi-Z DI inputs ✔ mic gain range: approx. +30 dB to +65 dB ✔ max input level: +28 dBu ✔ frequency response: 20 Hz – 50 kHz (±0.5 dB) ✔ dimensions: 82.5 × 67 × 33.5 cm ✔ weight: approx. 40.8 kg