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Modeled after the API Legacy 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.
11x GRAMMY-nominated Producer/Mixer
"The A5 is a very welcome addition to my own mixing. All 3 of the classic eq styles in one plugin with easy access hi/lo pass filters is a big deal to me. Add the mic pre “weight” to that and you can’t go wrong."
(Multiplatinum Mixer)
"It’s absolutely gorgeous sounding. The first plugin, in my opinion to nail the proper API sound."
(Cheap Trick, Rascal Flatts, Tim McGraw)
"I immediately go to the kick and take away a little 500 Hz and add a little 63 Hz. I’ve always loved the API Legacy console and this plugin replicates it beautifully. It sounds like I’m in D!"
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.
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.
Get the most out of BB A5
3 Legendary EQ’s in One
BB A5 Includes BB 55A, 55L, and 56L Individual EQ Plugins
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.
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.
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
BB A5 Includes BB 55A, 55L, and 56L Individual EQ Plugins
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.
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.
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.
The Sound Behind Countless
Chart-Topping Records
