Waves API 560 delivers the unmistakable punch, warmth, and clarity of API’s legendary 10-band graphic equalizer—beautifully modeled for your DAW. Designed for producers, mix engineers, live sound professionals, and audio creators of all kinds, this classic EQ offers proportional-Q shaping, silky analog character, and lightning-fast workflow. Whether you're sculpting drums, guitars, vocals, or full mixes, the API 560 provides musical, transparent, and intuitive tone control trusted across decades of hit records.

Key Features of Waves API 560

• Authentic emulation of the classic API 560 10-band graphic equalizer.
• Proportional-Q filters narrow bandwidth at higher boosts/cuts for musical, focused results.
• Iconic analog curves that feel natural, forgiving, and ideal for any instrument or mix bus.
• Analog mode adds vintage harmonic saturation and subtle hiss for true hardware character.
• Ten fixed frequency bands from 31 Hz to 16 kHz for fast and intuitive adjustments.
• Phase switch & output trim for fine-tuning and flexible signal flow.
• Developed with API to ensure faithful sound, behavior, and musical authenticity.
• Mono & stereo operation for full control on tracks, buses, or entire mixes.

Example Use Cases of Waves API 560

• Mix Engineers: Shape drums, vocals, guitars, and synths quickly with precise graphic EQ control.
• Music Producers: Add analog warmth, clarity, and presence to complex sound sources.
• Live Sound Engineers: Tune rooms, adjust monitor mixes, or smooth venue acoustics with classic API curves.
• Post-Production: Sculpt dialogue or ambience with pinpoint accuracy and musical tone.

Why Choose Waves API 560?

The Waves API 560 captures the spirit and sonic integrity of the original hardware while delivering modern-day convenience and reliability. Its blend of classic analog character, proportional-Q precision, and intuitive visual workflow makes it a must-have EQ for anyone seeking fast, musical, and professional tone shaping in their productions.