API "The BOX" Summing Mixer and Recording Console (Version 1)

This is not just any console—this console has been the sonic heart of Justin Johnson’s home studio for years. From Turquoise Trail: Soundtrack for a Western to dozens of tracks on the Bootleg Series albums, Rough Edges album, and a multitude of recordings in his home studio over the years, this API BOX Console has been the front-end and mix bus behind countless recordings that shaped Justin’s signature sound.

If you’ve ever listened to Turquoise Trail’s cinematic grit, or the raw, soulful tones of the Bootleg Series, or the vintage Rock vibe of Rough Edges, you’ve already heard the unmistakable warmth, punch, and clarity of this very console.

When you purchase this BOX console, not only are you getting a killer analog recording console in excellent condition, it also comes with a rock-solid foam-lined CUSTOM ATA case (commissioned by API and built by Jan-Al) complete with heavy-duty casters, for safe and easy transport and storage. (I don't have an exact price comp on the case, since it's custom, but a custom ATA case like this would easily cost a couple thousand $)

Also included are 4 ultra high-quality snakes to get you on the right foot with your studio routing.  The sound quality and durability of Mogami cables is second-to-none, and these 15' snakes will allow you to pipe the glorious analog tone of the BOX console to the rest of your studio without and compromises! (the value of the included cables is over $1,000)

*Note that I do have 2 additional API 550A Analog 3-Band EQ 500 Series modules available to add on to it (as shown in photo) for an additional cost of $800 each)

This BOX console works perfectly and looks beautiful. I'm only letting it go because I'm downsizing the gear footprint in my home studio, in preparation for a move. 

What Sets THE BOX Apart

Built by API (Automated Processes Inc.), one of the most respected names in analog audio gear, THE BOX console offers the legendary "big console" API sound in a compact, intuitive, and flexible format perfect for hybrid digital/analog workflows.

Ideal for home studios, production rooms, and professional project studios, THE BOX gives you everything you need for world-class recording and mixing, all in a sleek footprint that fits easily in a creative workspace.

Studio-Grade Features:

• 🎚️ API Sound Chain:
  All-discrete circuitry and transformer-balanced inputs for that iconic API punch and clarity.

• 🎤 Four Input Channels (2 with Classic 550A EQ):
  Includes API’s legendary mic/line/instrument preamps with high-pass filters.
  Two channels feature built-in 550A EQs, and two offer slots for your favorite 500-series EQ modules.

• 🎧 Stereo Cue & Talkback System:
  A built-in headphone cue system with talkback gives you full control during tracking.

• 🧰 Built-in API Compressor:
  Two channel compressors that can be assigned to inputs or the main program bus, including stereo link mode—perfect for gluing a mix together.

• 🧮 16-Channel Analog Summing Mixer (20 during mix):
  Brings analog depth and dimension to your digital sessions.

• 🖥️ Hybrid Workflow Optimization:
  Designed to complement your DAW by handling analog tasks your software can’t do as well—no redundancy, just efficiency.

• 🎚️ Monitoring and Routing:
  Full monitor section with support for two stereo speaker setups, stereo and mono aux sends, PFL/AFL/Solo modes, insert points, and external input routing.

Includes:

• API BOX Console (used by Justin Johnson in his personal studio)

• Original integrated power supply

• Jan-Al Pro Audio CUSTOM Console ATA Case with Heavy Duty Casters: Rock-Solid Foam-lined Custom-made ATA case for safe transport & storage- MAJOR Bonus Value!

• Cables: (3) 15' Mogami D-Sub to 1/4" Balanced - $960 value included!

• Cables: (1) 15' Mogami Analog D-Sub to XLR Male - $285 value included!

🎯Optional: (2) API 550A 500-Series 3-Band EQ Modules (*additional $800 each)

🚙 LOCAL PICKUP ONLY (Nashville area)