500 Series

The 500 Series format introduced modular studio processing within compact rack systems, allowing engineers to combine preamps, equalisers, compressors and other signal processors in interchangeable slots. Originally developed as part of console channel strip designs, the format evolved into a standalone modular ecosystem widely adopted in modern studio production.

This archive includes 500 Series modules and compatible rack systems used in professional recording environments. From vintage-inspired recreations to contemporary circuit designs, the 500 Series format provides flexible hardware processing within modular studio workflows.

Decades
Made In China
Released in 2015 /
The dbx 510 answers the call of audio professionals everywhere delivering Subharmonic Synthesis in the convenient design of a 500 Series module.
Made In China
Released in 2015 /
The dbx 580 Microphone Preamp is the perfect partner to your microphones, providing sonically transparent gain that will reveal the detail and audio signature of even the most esoteric microphones.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2015 /
Originally conceived for use in API consoles of the ’60s and ’70s, the 560 is a unique device designed to accomplish tasks that no other EQ can. Extremely fast to set and reset using accurate zero detents, the curve shaping potential of the API 560 remains unmatched.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2015 /
Few equalisers enjoy the respect and admiration of the coveted API 550A. Designed by the now-legendary Saul Walker in the late ’60s, the discrete 550A was first used as a modular OEM equaliser.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2016 /
The Avedis Audio E27was created for the need of a high-quality modular equaliser. High performance, versatility, ease of use, and simplicity is the initial core of the E27’s design
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2016 /
Introducing the Avedis Audio MD7 Microphone Preamplifier – your gateway to professional-grade audio excellence. With a meticulously crafted design and a range of features, this preamp is engineered to elevate your recording experience.
Made In U.S.A.
Released in 2016 /
The Avedis Audio MA5 was created to fill the need for a high-quality microphone preamplifier with the characteristic sound of early ‘70s British Class-A consoles.
Made In Germany
Released in 2016 /
The SPL DeS Dual Band De-Esser is the well-known SPL De-Esser in the Dual-Band version as a single-slot module for 500 Series.
Made In Germany
Released in 2016 /
The SPL TDx Transient Designer brings level-independent dynamics processing to the world of 500 Series.
Made In Poland
Released in 2017 /
The Looptrotter EMPEROR 500 is a 500 series FET-based dynamics processor that functions as a compressor, limiter, or harmonic enhancer, offering vintage-inspired tone shaping with independent dry/wet control.
Made In Poland
Released in 2017 /
The WesAudio Dione is a 100% analogue bus compressor with +24bDu of headroom, and full digital recall in a compact 500 series chassis.
Made In Poland
Released in 2017 /
The WesAudio Mimas 1176 Compressor is an 1176 style analogue compressor with digital recall, in a compact 500 series format.