API Select T25 Tube Compressor

API Select T25 is a classic 2-channel FET feedback-style compressor / limiter with a Class-A tubular output stage that uses a custom-made API transformer. The T25 can be used in mono or stereo and provides the classic tube performance and unmistakable sound for which the API is famous.

• Field Effect Transistor (FET) based gain reduction circuit
• Audio circuit uses 12AT7WC and 12BH7, dual-triode vacuum tubes
• Custom proprietary API output transformer
• 11-step attack time switch
• 11-step release time switch
• 4 fixed ratios
• 31-step input / threshold control
• 31-step output / make-up gain control
• Detented controls for accurate recall
• Patented THRUST® switch for frequency-dependent side chain control
• DS feature provides high-frequency dependent side-chain control for de-essing
• Link Switch for stereo operation
• 10-segment LED gain reduction meter
• LED peak indicator
• Classic analog VU meters for output
• IN / OUT switch
• Full hard-wired relay bypass
• XLR and 1/4 ″ TRS input and output connections