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The API 1608-II 16-Channel Console (Loaded with 12×550A & 4×560 EQs) delivers API’s legendary analog tone and workflow in a compact, professional mixing desk. Each of the 16 channels comes equipped with 12 channels of 550A EQ and 4 channels of 560 EQ, plus slots for additional 500-Series modules, providing flexible routing and robust analog headroom. The console features 8 auxiliary sends, 8 summing buses, 4 stereo returns, a stereo bus, and fully featured channel faders. Its master section provides full center-section control, analog VU metering, and versatile I/O routing, making it an ideal analog centerpiece for studios seeking both classic API tone and modern workflow efficiency.
At ProAudioLA, we turn the 1608-II into a complete system. Alongside the console, we can provide precision-engineered patchbays and premium cabling—including DB-25 snakes, Mogami TT patch cables, XLR interconnects, and neatly organized fan-back snakes—carefully labeled to your workflow. With professional installation support and workflow consultation, your console and cabling integrate seamlessly, racks stay organized, and your studio is ready for professional operation from day one.
 
- 1608-II and 2448 Recording Console Operator’s Manual - HERE.
- Final Touch Automation Manual - HERE.
Features of this console:
- 16 Input Channels each with Mic Pre and Equalizer
- Accepts API 500 Series Equalizers
- 8 Main Buses
- 8 Auxiliary Buses
- 1 Stereo Bus
- 8 Echo Returns with main and stereo bus assign
- Full Center Section Control
- Analog Metering
- 5.1 Center Section Monitoring
- Comprehensive Rear Patch Connections
- Includes 12 x 550A EQs and 4 x 560 EQs
Building on API's rich heritage of extremely high-quality recording consoles, we created the 1608: a full-featured recording console based on the vintage API 1604, which has held its demand and value for over three decades. The 1608 adds new, modern features valuable to today's Engineers, Producers and Musicians to the reliability and sound that API has been known for since its inception; including optional P-Mix automation.
The 1608 is built to the same exacting API build standards as our Vision consoles, Legacy consoles, and modular products.
The standard fit of a 1608 Console is:
- 16 x 543B Inputs with Mic/Line and Direct Output
- 12 x 550A Equalizers
- 4 x 560 Equalizers
- 8 x Echo Returns
- 1 x Complete Center Facilities Section
- 16 x Manual Faders
- 1 x Stereo Fader
For more information on this or any API Audio product, visit www.apiaudio.com
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