API / T12

A classic two-channel all-tube Class A microphone preamplifier that uses the classic AP2516 transformer in the input stage and api's own custom transformer in the output stage.

Equipped with 12AT7WC and 12BH7 dual triode vacuum tubes, it outputs a unique tone. It is a preamp that boasts the warm, punchy vacuum tube sound that is typical of API. Features - Class A microphone preamp - Proprietary AP2516 input transformer - Two triode vacuum tubes, 12AT7WC and 12BH7, in the audio circuit - Custom API output transformer - Variable microphone input impedance - Switchable 48 volt phantom power - High impedance, unbalanced 1/4 inch instrument input - MIC/HI-Z input switch - -20 dB input pad - 11-stage preamp gain control - Low cut filter with 3 fixed frequencies - 11-stage detent output trim in 0.5 dB steps - Detent control for accurate recall and channel matching - LED peak indicator - Analog VU meter - XLR and 1/4 inch TRS output terminals *Please wait at least 15 minutes after powering on to ensure stable operation of the vacuum tubes before use. *The LEVEL knob is designed to produce sound even when turned all the way down.