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CAPI FC526 XMFR 500 Series Compressor. Build to Order.

$ 343.2

Availability: 100 in stock
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Condition: New

    Description

    These units are hand built to order.
    1-2 Weeks build time.
    There are a few options when putting a compressor together so I build them to order to give you the opportunity to pick the perfect combination of op-amps and transformers.
    Transformers
    Ed Anderson EA2623-1
    :
    Replicate the transformers found in the vintage API consoles from the 70's.
    Litz 2623-1-L
    :
    Referred to as the "preferred" sounding transformer. This transformer has a uniform high frequency response and the bottom end is more open.
    Op Amps
    (Pick one)
    *SL-2520 Red Dots
    :
    Built by Scott Liebers, these are designed to match the Huntington and Melville NY op  amps from the 70's
    *this is an additional
    gar2520
    :
    Built by me, sound hair splittingly close to the Huntington and Melville NY op amps from the 70's.
    gar1731
    :
    Built by me, sonically very similar to the 2520 but with a slightly smoother bottom and  top.
    Classic Audio Products Inc. has put together one of the best sounding API/1176 style compressors out there.
    The FC526 XFMR is stuffed with a ton of features including:
    -Selectable ratio (2,4,8,12,20, and ABI - All Buttons In)
    -Gain reduction circuit bypass
    -Hard bypass
    -100Hz side chain filter
    -One op amp (gar2520, gar1731, and other options)
    -Input and output transformers (Litz or Ed Anderson)
    All units are 100% VPR Alliance compliant.
    I am located in Los Angeles area and have built a ton of gear for a multitude of audio industry professionals.
    I also can BTO any kit from CAPI, Hairball Audio and Sound Skulptor.
    If you have a DIY project you want built from another manufacture I am sure I can build it as well!
    If you have any questions feel free to reach out!
    Happy Recordings!