API 1608

Jack P · 17th June 2007

It's on the new Sonic Circus list to order new for $49,995.00

Here's the link - Recording Gear Price List

It's in the 'mixer section', near the bottom

nobtwiddler · 17th June 2007

I have the drawings of the new 1608, and it looks like it's gonna be a BIG hit!

**TonyBelmont** · 17th June 2007

We are going to have it as well, but it's still a little pre-mature to be advertising it.

It hasn't even been "officially confirmed or acknowledged" by API.

This is something to look forward to in the near future, though.

**Lindell** · 17th June 2007

??

**TonyBelmont** · 20th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lindell

??

That's a classic 1604...

djgout · 20th June 2007

Hey Guys

That is not a 1604 or a 1608. That's a vintage API broadcast desk that was totally reworked by Primal Gear. That desk has nothing to do with current API other than the monitor section which contains 1 8200 and 1 8200A line mixers. If you want more info on that API contact us at info@primalgear.com it is currently up for sale again.

I am the tech that reworked that desk those photos are of. It is not really similiar to a 1604 desk. It has individual 512A mic pre's and individual custom routing cards, unlike a 1604 or 2488 style console.

Thanks
Justin Herlocker
Primal Gear

AMIEL · 20th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by TonyBelmont

That's a classic 1604...

Tony ..any rough idea about the price?

artbeat77 · 20th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by djgout

Hey Guys

That is not a 1604 or a 1608. That's a vintage API broadcast desk that was totally reworked by Primal Gear. That desk has nothing to do with current API other than the monitor section which contains 1 8200 and 1 8200A line mixers. If you want more info on that API contact us at info@primalgear.com it is currently up for sale again.

I am the tech that reworked that desk those photos are of. It is not really similiar to a 1604 desk. It has individual 512A mic pre's and individual custom routing cards, unlike a 1604 or 2488 style console.

Thanks
Justin Herlocker
Primal Gear

I'm amazed that so many people are begging for a 500 series desk, and aren't paying attention to the Primal Gear desk.

pigpen · 20th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by nobtwiddler

I have the drawings of the new 1608, and it looks like it's gonna be a BIG hit!

Care to share any details?

**TonyBelmont** · 20th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by AMIEL

Tony ..any rough idea about the price?

$50k-ish

AnalogBob · 20th June 2007

I wonder if all the 3rd party lunch box 500 series modules would be interchangable in context of the console.... if so someone could really put together a real frankenstien..

Meriphew · 20th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by TonyBelmont

$50k-ish

So if API does a 2408, would it be aprox $70k?

artbeat77 · 20th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by AnalogBob

I wonder if all the 3rd party lunch box 500 series modules would be interchangable in context of the console.... if so someone could really put together a real frankenstien..

Look... at... the... Primal Gear... console. That's what it is.

**TonyBelmont** · 20th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Meriphew

So if API does a 2408, would it be aprox $70k?

Sounds about right, but I don't think they have any plans to do so..

nobtwiddler · 20th June 2007

The real one is MUCH Cooler~!
16 channels 36 inch wide...Nice

jsteiger · 25th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jack P

It's on the new Sonic Circus list to order new for $49,995.00

Here's the link - Recording Gear Price List

It's in the 'mixer section', near the bottom

It appears that they removed this from their list. Hmmm...

Mike O · 25th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by TonyBelmont

Sounds about right, but I don't think they have any plans to do so..

My understaning is that they will be offering additional buckets (of 8 I seem to recall).

Meriphew · 25th June 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike O

My understaning is that they will be offering additional buckets (of 8 I seem to recall).

Rolff · 15th August 2007

Just saw the 100% working prototype today. Powered up lights and all.
It's a 1608 alright and freakin brilliant!
I was told additional buckets of 16 will be available!

indie · 15th August 2007

what eq modules are in it???

Tetness · 15th August 2007

550b's and 560's and 525 compressors. But I'm sure it can be configured however you like. BTW, it looks awesome! It's going to be a smash hit.

mix-it-well · 15th August 2007

50k?
Damn ,want someone a dope beat I need money....

indie · 15th August 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tetness

550b's and 560's and 525 compressors. But I'm sure it can be configured however you like. BTW, it looks awesome! It's going to be a smash hit.

NIIIIIIIIIIIIIIICCCCCCEEEEEEE!!!!

jsteiger · 16th August 2007

I heard VK has the(a) fully functioning 1608 protype at their shop. What's up with this? Got any picks VK???

Fill us all in on the coolness. How's this f*cker sound???

andychamp · 16th August 2007

I just hope they'll also be offering a (partly) empty frame, for all those who already have the modules but want a bunch of faders and a bussing system to drop them into.

hifiaudio · 16th August 2007

Where can I find info on this desk?

jsteiger · 16th August 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by hifiaudio

Where can I find info on this desk?

Call Vintage King.

**TonyBelmont** · 16th August 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by hifiaudio

Where can I find info on this desk?

It still hasn't been officially confirmed by API... That's why it's not on their site.

What do you want to know about it?

Steamy Williams · 16th August 2007

Quote:

Originally Posted by TonyBelmont

What do you want to know about it?

I'd like to know if it will include pres in card form like the original 312's, or whether there will be 500 series spaces for the pres on each channel, in addition to the spaces for the EQs/comps, so that preamp modules from other manufacturers can be installed.

I'd also like to know if there will be a minumum limit to the number of API's 500 modules that have to be purchased with the console, or if it can be bought "empty".

Meriphew · 16th August 2007

I really hope API brings this to life, and that it's 500 series compatible.

17th June 2007	#1
Jack P Lives for gear Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 962 Thread Starter	API 1608 It's on the new Sonic Circus list to order new for $49,995.00 Here's the link - Recording Gear Price List It's in the 'mixer section', near the bottom

17th June 2007	#2
nobtwiddler Lives for gear Joined: May 2005 Location: Millbrook, NY Posts: 2,162	I have the drawings of the new 1608, and it looks like it's gonna be a BIG hit! __________________ Cheers Paul www.millbrooksoundstudios.com A coupla, two, tree, credits http://www.allmusic.com/artist/paul-...111434/credits

17th June 2007	#3
TonyBelmont Moderator Joined: Feb 2004 Location: Boston,MA Providence,RI Posts: 15,921	We are going to have it as well, but it's still a little pre-mature to be advertising it. It hasn't even been "officially confirmed or acknowledged" by API. This is something to look forward to in the near future, though. __________________ Tony Belmont We Sell Gear! High Profile Audio.....PluginDiscounts.com I may on occasion talk about some of the products I am a dealer for in my posts.. and that's OK! I sell them because I like them. Not vice versa. It's more fun to talk about things you know and love, then things you don't.

17th June 2007	#4
Lindell Moderator Joined: Jun 2003 Location: Sweden Posts: 2,453	?? Attached Thumbnails

20th June 2007	#6
djgout Gear nut Joined: Jul 2004 Posts: 91	Hey Guys That is not a 1604 or a 1608. That's a vintage API broadcast desk that was totally reworked by Primal Gear. That desk has nothing to do with current API other than the monitor section which contains 1 8200 and 1 8200A line mixers. If you want more info on that API contact us at info@primalgear.com it is currently up for sale again. I am the tech that reworked that desk those photos are of. It is not really similiar to a 1604 desk. It has individual 512A mic pre's and individual custom routing cards, unlike a 1604 or 2488 style console. Thanks Justin Herlocker Primal Gear __________________ justin herlocker grindengineering (at) gmail (dot) com

20th June 2007	#11
AnalogBob Gear addict Joined: Dec 2004 Posts: 490	I wonder if all the 3rd party lunch box 500 series modules would be interchangable in context of the console.... if so someone could really put together a real frankenstien..

15th August 2007	#19
Rolff Gear nut Joined: Jun 2005 Location: Blackbird / Nashville Posts: 99	API 1608 Just saw the 100% working prototype today. Powered up lights and all. It's a 1608 alright and freakin brilliant! I was told additional buckets of 16 will be available!

15th August 2007	#20
indie Lives for gear Joined: Feb 2004 Location: C-ville area VA Posts: 1,618	what eq modules are in it???

15th August 2007	#21
Tetness Lives for gear Joined: Jan 2004 Location: Hollywood Posts: 1,573	550b's and 560's and 525 compressors. But I'm sure it can be configured however you like. BTW, it looks awesome! It's going to be a smash hit. __________________ Barefoot Recording Monitors

15th August 2007	#22
mix-it-well Lives for gear Joined: Mar 2006 Location: Gießen ,Germany/Sefrou , Morocco Posts: 724	50k? Damn ,want someone a dope beat I need money....

16th August 2007	#24
jsteiger Lives for gear Joined: Nov 2006 Location: Suburban Chicago Posts: 821	New desk @ VK I heard VK has the(a) fully functioning 1608 protype at their shop. What's up with this? Got any picks VK??? Fill us all in on the coolness. How's this fcker sound??? __________________ Visit our Internet Store featuring EA replica API transformers, killer aluminum knobs and more...www.classicapi.com* GroupDIY 51x Racks

16th August 2007	#25
andychamp Lives for gear Joined: May 2005 Location: Basel, Switzerland Posts: 2,872	I just hope they'll also be offering a (partly) empty frame, for all those who already have the modules but want a bunch of faders and a bussing system to drop them into. __________________ André ___________________________________________ "Recording exactly what a musician hears turns out to be a really big deal." Bob Olhsson "Who cares about efficiency, when we're talking about music?" Rupert Neve "it'll sound different through a microphone, anyway" Keith Carlock "no room, no boom!" Michael Wagener

16th August 2007	#26
hifiaudio Gear Head Joined: Mar 2004 Location: las vegas Posts: 60	Info Where can I find info on this desk?

16th August 2007	#30
Meriphew Lives for gear Joined: Sep 2002 Location: Seattle USA Posts: 2,876	I really hope API brings this to life, and that it's 500 series compatible. __________________ My iTunes

Thread Tools	Search this Thread
Show Printable Version Email this Page	Search this Thread: Advanced Search