Fans of the unmistakable API sound have something new to be excited about. The legendary API 312 microphone preamp is now available in a new format, custom-built for Karno’s SEPIA platform. This collaboration brings the rich, analog warmth of the original 312 into a digitally controlled workflow, designed to meet the demands of modern audio production.
The API 312: A Studio Staple
The API 312 has long been a favourite among engineers for its punchy, vibrant tone. Built around a discrete op-amp design and proprietary transformer, it delivers that bold, upfront sound that’s been heard on countless records. Whether it's drums, vocals, or instruments, the 312 is known for adding clarity and character without sounding overly coloured.
With this new release, the API 312 becomes part of the SEPIA system, maintaining its classic circuit design while gaining a set of modern features.
What is SEPIA?
SEPIA is Karno’s digitally controlled modular audio platform, built around the L6 rackmount system. Think of it as a hybrid environment where analog gear can be managed with digital precision. Modules like the new 312 slot into the L6 rack, and once installed, users get access to:
- Real-time parameter control
- Digital automation and presets
- Full recallability of settings
- Streamlined workflow integration
SEPIA offers the flexibility of a plugin-style interface while maintaining the integrity and sound quality of physical analog gear. It’s designed for live sound engineers, theater productions, and studio professionals who want tactile analog warmth alongside fast, digital control.
Why This Combo Matters
The pairing of API’s legendary preamp with SEPIA’s next-gen platform bridges the best of both worlds. Users can now shape their sound with the unmistakable depth of the 312 while enjoying the ease of digital control, a combination that’s especially valuable in live or complex multi-user environments.
Key Features of the API 312 SEPIA Module:
- Based on the original API 312 circuit design
- Equipped with a proprietary API transformer
- Built, tested, and designed by API
- Digitally controlled via SEPIA’s L6 rack
- Offers automation, preset management, and instant recall
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