Electronics & Semiconductor Manufacturers
API
8301 Patuxent Range Rd, Jessup, MD 20794, United States
- Manufacturer
- Founded 1969
About API
Automated Processes, Inc. (API) has been based in Jessup, Maryland since its founding in 1969. The company was formed by a group of engineers and musicians, including co-founder Saul Walker, who shared a vision to build the highest-quality professional audio gear and back it with strong customer service. In 1999, Larry Droppa of Audio Toys, Inc. acquired API and has served as president since, describing himself as caretaker of the brand. API designs and manufactures analog recording equipment in its Maryland facility. The product line spans large-format consoles (Legacy AXS, Vision, 1608-II, 2448, THE BOX), 500 and 200 Series modules (preamps such as the 512c and 312, equalizers like the 550A, compressors including the 2500+ and 525A), rackmount processors, the TranZformer guitar and bass pedals, the MC531 monitor controller, and the ASM164 summing mixer. The company pioneered the 500 Series modular format in 1969 and developed the 2520 discrete op-amp and the first voltage-controlled amplifier (VCA) in 1974. API's equipment is used in professional recording studios, broadcast facilities, and film and television scoring stages. Historic installations include consoles at Sunset Sound, Apostolic Studios, Sound Ideas, Green Street, Blackbird Studio (96-channel Legacy Plus), and Galaxy Studios (80-channel Vision). Users range from individual engineers to facilities such as Perception Records and composer William Anderson of Anderson Scores.
Manufacturing capabilities
Core processes
Industries served
- Professional recording studios
- Broadcast
- Film and television composition
- Music production
- Audio post-production
Products
- Compact and versatile with premium components
Equipment
- 500 Series modules
- 200 Series modules
- Legacy consoles
- Vision consoles
- 1608 consoles
- THE BOX console
- Lunchbox chassis
- TranZformer pedals
- MC531 Monitor Controller
- ASM164 Summing Mixer
- 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor
- 550A Equalizer
- 512c Mic Preamp
- 312 Mic Preamp
Company details
- Location
- Jessup, Maryland
- Company type
- Manufacturer
- Founded
- 1969
Frequently asked questions
Where is API located?
API is located at 8301 Patuxent Range Rd, Jessup, MD 20794, United States.
What does API do?
API is listed under Electronics & Semiconductor Manufacturers, and its listed capabilities and products include Analog console manufacturing, Discrete circuit design (2520 op-amp), 500 Series module manufacturing, 200 Series module manufacturing, Rackmount signal processor manufacturing and Guitar and bass pedal manufacturing.
What industries does API serve?
API lists Professional recording studios, Broadcast, Film and television composition, Music production and Audio post-production among the industries it serves.
When was API founded?
API was founded in 1969.
How do I request a quote from API?
Use the Request a quote button on this page to send API your requirements through FirmsLedger, or call (301) 776-7879 and visit apiaudio.com.
What companies are similar to API?
Other Electronics & Semiconductor Manufacturers in Maryland listed on FirmsLedger include Patton Electronics Co, CoolCAD Electronics Inc. and Blue Wave Semiconductors Inc.