API 1608 II

API 2448 The API 2448 is a professional analog inline recording and mixing console designed to deliver the classic API console sound with modern studio workflow capabilities. It was developed as a more compact alternative to larger API consoles while maintaining the brand’s renowned sonic character. The console is available in 24-, 32- or 40-channel frame sizes, with each channel strip featuring an integrated microphone preamp and equalizer. Its inline architecture provides two signal paths per channel (large fader and small fader), allowing simultaneous recording and monitoring within the same channel strip. The 2448 uses API’s classic discrete analog circuitry with transformers and analog summing, delivering the recognizable punchy, dynamic and transparent API sound widely used in professional studios. For advanced mixing workflows, the console can optionally be equipped with Final Touch™ motorized fader automation, enabling complex mix automation directly from the console surface. Sound Character The API 2448 delivers the classic API “big console” sound with powerful midrange, fast transient response and strong low-frequency punch. Its discrete analog signal path provides excellent headroom and stereo imaging, making it ideal for professional recording and mixing environments. Highlights ✔ professional analog recording and mixing console ✔ available in 24, 32 or 40 channel frames ✔ dual-input inline channel architecture ✔ built-in API microphone preamps and equalizers ✔ compatible with API 500-series EQ modules ✔ 8 multitrack buses and 8 auxiliary buses ✔ stereo mix bus with optional bus compressor ✔ 4 stereo returns with 100 mm faders ✔ full center-section monitoring control ✔ optional 5.1 surround monitoring ✔ optional Final Touch™ motorized fader automation ✔ expandable with producer’s desk and rack bays

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