API 2500

Compressor
UAD / Universal Audio

The API 2500 Bus Compressor is a complete emulation of API's flagship 2-bus compressor, delivering hit-making glue and energy to stereo mixes and subgroups. It features selectable Old (feedback) and New (feed-forward) compression modes with three custom Knee settings, plus API's patented Thrust technology for controlled low-frequency punch. The plugin includes plug-in-only Mix and Headroom controls, precise L/R Link parameters, and artist presets from top engineers.

Available for:VSTAUAAX

Key Features

  • Old and New compression modes with feedback or feed-forward routing
  • Three custom Knee settings: Soft, Medium, Hard
  • API's patented Thrust control with three modes: Normal, Medium, Loud
  • Seven fixed Attack times from 30 µs to 30 ms
  • Seven Ratio values from 1.5:1 to ∞:1
  • Variable Release times from 50 ms to 3 seconds
  • L/R Link control with 100%, 90%, 80%, 70%, 60%, 50%, and 0% (IND) settings
  • Link Shape filtering with HP, LP, and bandpass filter options
  • Plug-in-only Mix and Headroom controls
  • VU Meters with three display modes: IN, OUT, GR
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