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Customer Reviews

API 2500 Bus Compressor

Overall Rating

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M. Johnson

January 25, 2024

The Reall Deall

Having worked with the hardware in many studio sessions this is the real deal, very good at glueing stuff on the mix buss

D. Salazar

January 19, 2024

Next Level... API 2500!

A compressor that can do everything, can give you color, character, quality, vintage according to your needs, although personally it stands out in the "mix bus", it clearly depends on whether you have done a mix with "definition" or simply that your work is coordinated efficiently,the truth is that it has a very good process.

I totally recommend it.

p. boothe

January 18, 2024

sound

quality of sound is fantastic from the compressors and other products, i just hope they include resize on more of there plugins so see we can see better which was a deal breaker on some of the plugins which alot of people were talking about. the api channel strip was terrible and i didn't buy it and other vintage plugins

A. Little

January 17, 2024

Yesssss

Loving this one

D. Ballantyne

January 17, 2024

A promising start

I've only had this plugin for a few days so this is a kind of 'first impressions' review. I tried it as a master bus compressor on a couple of songs and it didn't really do anything that the Capitol mastering compressor doesn't do better but then I tried it on a drum bus and the results were very pleasing. The drums just sat where I wanted them to be in the mix. I look forward to trying some of the more outrageous settings.

f. de paula

January 16, 2024

Awesome punch

Take your drums to another level with this beauty ! Awesome sound !

L. Brown

January 15, 2024

A+ As usual

A+ As usual

d. drula

January 15, 2024

beat maker et mix

je l utilise sur les bus pour un effet glue , les réglages sont simple ,faut juste faire un choix et il
fait le taf a merveille

L. Aguilar

January 15, 2024

Great Compressor

I always use this compressor for all of my projects. It gives a very distinct tone compared to other compressors. It is always in my stereo bus template. I mainly use it for my drum buss.

W. Lister

January 14, 2024

Sounds great

Wicked bus comp, does what you’d hope

D. Mut

January 14, 2024

API 2500 Bus Compressor

It always works perfectly no matter what musical genres it is used for, the results are excellent!

t. abe

January 14, 2024

API2500

nice

r. atkins

January 13, 2024

This plug-in sounds awesome on vocals!!!

T. Kwon

January 12, 2024

Just Buy

with bundle or edition. u never regret

J. Frýbert

January 10, 2024

API 2500

Absolutely sensational compressor, I use it in every session.

M. Boucher

January 10, 2024

I’m a fan!

Looked at it for a while. Glad I finally pulled the trigger and got it. Great option to have.

L. Morandi

January 10, 2024

Eccezionale

Compressore molto trasparente ma anche aggressivo al occorrenza ottimo per molte situazioni,del resto un Emulazione APi non si discute Consiglio.

j. chen

January 9, 2024

nice tool

I feel it's a little difficult for me to have a good use,but it's a good tool.

M. Tyas

January 8, 2024

Masterful Glue for Any Mix

The API 2500 Bus Compressor is a true workhorse. Its ability to blend and cohesively unite various elements of a mix has made it a staple my studio setup.
From pianos and drums to strings and synthesizers, the API 2500 masterfully shapes and controls dynamics, adding a touch of analog warmth and character that elevates my overall mixes.
The Thrust circuit ensures that the highs and lows remain in harmony, preventing the final product from sounding harsh or muddy.

C. Natha-Amadi

January 8, 2024

Best Afrobeat Bus Compressor

The API 2500 Bus Compressor excels in Afrobeat production, providing a unique blend of punch and warmth that complements the genre's intricate rhythms and vibrant instrumentation. Its transparent compression preserves the dynamic nuances crucial to Afrobeat's energetic and layered sound. The adjustable attack and release settings prove invaluable in shaping the rhythmic elements, ensuring a tight and controlled mix. While its price may be a consideration, the API 2500 proves its worth for producers seeking a high-quality bus compressor tailored to the dynamic demands of Afrobeat music.

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