xpressor 500

The xpressor 500 is an extremely versatile stereo compressor available in API's 500 series format. With its many unique features taken from our flagship products, you not only get great compression, but an amount of control on processing which is hardly ever experienced elsewhere.

No matter if you want to set and forget or plunge deep into the secrets of compression, the xpressor 500 is for you. Its discrete audio path running in constant class-A mode provides a superior audio quality which combines a clear and open sound with a good lot of punch.

Stereo buss compression, processing single signals, approaching dynamics in creative ways – the xpressor 500 shines in many different applications. Best of elysia? You got it!

• Discrete Class-A Topology
Pristine audio quality.

• Auto Fast Attack
Perfect attack in any situation.

• Switchable Release Characteristic
Smooth or crisp – the choice is yours.

• Warm Mode
Transparency? Saturation? Both!

• Parallel Compression
Mixing direct and compressed signals.

• Sidechain Filter
Frequency selective compression.

• Gain Reduction Limiter
Ultimate control on the compression process.

• Made in Germany
High grade components, solid aluminum knobs.

(Rack is not included)