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curves and engage the patented Thrust
function taken from the API 2500 compressor
and originally found on the old
ATI Paragon series of live consoles.
Thrust improves the compressor's upper
punch and 'thrust' using a side-chain
detector to allow low-frequency signals
to pass through the threshold without
clamping down.
There is an improved -24dB gain reduction
meter, along with additional buttons
to enable stereo linking with a pair
of units and the new compressor bypass
button. This is in addition to the hard bypass
found in both the compressor and
EQ sections. Using the IN/Bypass control
in the compressor section lets you
disengage the compressor while still
passing the signal through the section
to take advantage of its op-amps and
sound, or you can take the entire section
out of the chain when desired.
550A Equalizer
This is the classic Saul Walker-designed
2520 op-amp-based 3-band EQ-stepped
dual concentric pots, proportional Q (narrows
with more boost or cut) and all.
The 550A offers ±12dB at 30-400
Hz, 200-5,000 Hz, and 2.5-20 kHz,
each with minimally overlapping bands.
The high and low bands can be shelving
or peaking, and there is also a fixed
(-3dB @ 50 Hz and 15 kHz) bandpass
filter (B.P. button).
325 Line Driver
The 325 Line Driver, found on the output
of many API consoles, was not individually
available as a module when
I reviewed the previous channel strip
but has since been offered in the 535LA
500 Series Line Amplifier (reviewed
June 2016). This is the final output stage
of the TCS-II with a large black detented
" master fader " knob (-∞ to +10 dB) that
has been upgraded to pointer/chicken
head knob style for more accurate, easyto-see
level settings.
This section has its own 2520 opamp
and a 1:3 output transformer.
As mentioned, a 10-segment VU meter
can be switched to show the 512C
input or the unit's total output. Finally,
there are cut (master mute) and insert
buttons.
The Sound and Feel of API
The TCS-II represents and fully captures
the punchy, rich, mid-forward, clear and
bold API sound that works on darn near
any source. The strength of the API TCS-II
is that it can grant you the power of the
full multifaceted signal path or allow you
to utilize its three main sections a la carte
(simultaneously) with proper patching.
This makes the TCS-II one of the most versatile
channel strips on the market.
Wrap Up
While not necessarily a low-cost item,
the API TCS-II is a very economical
way to get into the API world of sound.
It's only just over $200 more than a
512C, 527A and 550A on their own
(not including a 500 Series enclosure),
and you get the 325 as a bonus. As I
mentioned in my past review, the only
downside is that you will probably want
a pair. API TCS-II is equal parts a killer
front end combined with a top-notch,
versatile mixdown processor...or two.
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LEWITT RAY
Vanguard Audio Labs V24
Crafting Modern Vocals
SPL Channel One Mk3 and Track One Mk3
RECORDING’s Field Notes: Recording Vocals
Ohma World Ribbon Microphone
API TCS-II Channel Strip
Studio 101: Delay-Based Effects, Part 1
TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik Alchemy Series TF17 FET
Soundware Showcase: Toontrack Session Organ EKX
Flock Audio PATCH VT + PATCH APP DX V1.1.0 + DX BRIDGE
Plugin Outlet: oeksound Bloom
Earthworks DM6
Soundware Showcase: Baby Audio Atoms
RØDE NT1 Signature Series Condenser Mic
Korg Keystage
Inside the Studio with Mark Hornsby
Readers’ Tracks
Monheim Crème Tube Condenser Microphone
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RECORDING May 2024 - SPL Channel One Mk3 and Track One Mk3
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RECORDING May 2024 - RECORDING’s Field Notes: Recording Vocals
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RECORDING May 2024 - Ohma World Ribbon Microphone
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RECORDING May 2024 - API TCS-II Channel Strip
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RECORDING May 2024 - Studio 101: Delay-Based Effects, Part 1
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RECORDING May 2024 - TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik Alchemy Series TF17 FET
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RECORDING May 2024 - Soundware Showcase: Toontrack Session Organ EKX
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RECORDING May 2024 - Flock Audio PATCH VT + PATCH APP DX V1.1.0 + DX BRIDGE
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RECORDING May 2024 - Plugin Outlet: oeksound Bloom
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RECORDING May 2024 - Earthworks DM6
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RECORDING May 2024 - Soundware Showcase: Baby Audio Atoms
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RECORDING May 2024 - RØDE NT1 Signature Series Condenser Mic
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RECORDING May 2024 - Korg Keystage
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