BB A5

BB A5

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Modeled after the API AXS Console in Blackbird Studios, the BB A5 captures the hallmark musical punch of API consoles and provides creative flexibility for crafting tone through EQ, saturation, and more.

Customer Testimonials

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Joe Chiccarelli

Grammy Winning Mixer/Producer/Engineer

U2 The White Stripes Beck The Strokes

"This definitely captures the tone and character of the original unit. All my sessions at Blackbird always included this compressor!"

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JOHN MCBRIDE

Owner, Blackbird Studio

"The 660’s warmth and depth are irreplaceable— the F66 gives me that same feel every time."

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ROSS HOGARTH

5x Grammy Winning Mixer/Producer/Engineer

Mötley Crüe Def Leppard Keb’ Mo’ Van Halen

"This definitely captures the tone and character of the original unit. All my sessions at Blackbird always included this compressor!"

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JEAN-MARIE HORVAT

Mixer/Producer/Engineer · 6x Grammy Winner

Michael Jackson Beyoncé Robin Thicke

"The rich tone is so satisfying—mid/side makes a piano come alive or a flat kick a beast!"

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RYAN SANCHEZ

Mixer/Producer/Engineer · 6x Grammy Winner

The Walking Dead Percy Jackson and the Olympians The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power

"The BB plugins are among the best analog emulations—F66 & F67 add unique harmonic character to any source."

World-Famous Sound.

Inspired by one of the largest API Legacy consoles to ever be built, this revered console has been the catalyst for numerous chart-topping records, all within the confines of one of Nashville’s most coveted recording spaces.

Emotion Beyond Sound

Designed to capture every nuance John McBride loves about his API Legacy consoles, BB A5 goes beyond scientific modeling to deliver the feel and emotion of the original hardware—bringing true analog character into your DAW. Built as a real-world model, it mirrors both the sound and operation of its legendary counterpart.

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3 Legendary EQ’s in One

55A

The 55A 3-Band EQ, based on the revered API 550A, encapsulates the very essence of the hardware's signature warmth, musicality, and surgical precision – qualities that have solidified its position as one of the most esteemed EQs in history. Each band of the original EQ has been meticulously recreated, ensuring that every curve, every frequency adjustment, and every tonal shift preserves the integrity of the API 550A's unique sound character.

55L

The API 550L EQ stands as an enduring cornerstone within the audio landscape, celebrated for its unparalleled ability to infuse depth, clarity, and warmth into a diverse range of audio sources. The 4-band 55L EQ is a digital counterpart that seamlessly transfers the heart and soul of this sought after hardware directly into your digital realm. With each knob turn and frequency adjustment, the essence of the API 550L is captured, ensuring an authentic experience that resonates with every sonic twist.

56L

The 56L EQ stands as a true tribute to the 10-band API 560L graphic EQ, a classic from the consoles of the 1960s and 1970s, embodying the highly coveted and unmistakable API sound that has captured the hearts of audiophiles worldwide. The 56L EQ opens up a treasure trove of possibilities for honing and enriching audio with corrective precision and creative transformation. This EQ provides the finesse needed to refine every sonic detail, striking the perfect tonal balance, and unveiling those subtle intricacies hidden within any recording.

Get the most out of BB A5

3 Legendary EQ’s in One

55A

The 55A 3-Band EQ, based on the revered API 550A, encapsulates the very essence of the hardware's signature warmth, musicality, and surgical precision – qualities that have solidified its position as one of the most esteemed EQs in history. Each band of the original EQ has been meticulously recreated, ensuring that every curve, every frequency adjustment, and every tonal shift preserves the integrity of the API 550A's unique sound character.

55L

The API 550L EQ stands as an enduring cornerstone within the audio landscape, celebrated for its unparalleled ability to infuse depth, clarity, and warmth into a diverse range of audio sources. The 4-band 55L EQ is a digital counterpart that seamlessly transfers the heart and soul of this sought after hardware directly into your digital realm. With each knob turn and frequency adjustment, the essence of the API 550L is captured, ensuring an authentic experience that resonates with every sonic twist.

56L

The 56L EQ stands as a true tribute to the 10-band API 560L graphic EQ, a classic from the consoles of the 1960s and 1970s, embodying the highly coveted and unmistakable API sound that has captured the hearts of audiophiles worldwide. The 56L EQ opens up a treasure trove of possibilities for honing and enriching audio with corrective precision and creative transformation. This EQ provides the finesse needed to refine every sonic detail, striking the perfect tonal balance, and unveiling those subtle intricacies hidden within any recording.

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