Waves API 560

The Waves API 560 faithfully recreates the classic API 560 Graphic Equalizer, delivering the punch, precision, and musical character associated with API console EQs. Its 10-band, 1/3-octave design provides fast, intuitive tonal shaping with API’s distinctive proportional-Q behavior, making it especially effective for drums, guitars, bass, vocals, and mix buses.

Key Features

• Detailed model of the classic API 560 graphic EQ

• 10-band, 1/3-octave frequency control

• ±12 dB boost/cut per band

• API-style proportional-Q response

• High- and low-frequency shelving filters

• Analog-modeled circuitry and harmonic character

• Fast, tactile workflow for corrective and creative EQ

• Effective on individual tracks, buses, and stereo mixes

Technical Specifications

• Plugin Type: 10-Band Graphic Equalizer

• Processing: Native

• EQ Bands: 10

• Gain Range: ±12 dB

• Formats: VST3, Audio Units (AU), AAX

• Channel Formats: Mono, Stereo

• Sample Rates: Up to 96 kHz

• Applications: Recording, mixing, mastering, broadcast, post-production

System Requirements

• Operating Systems: Current Waves-supported macOS and Windows 10/11

• Processor: Intel or Apple Silicon Mac; compatible 64-bit Intel/AMD processor on Windows

• RAM: 8 GB minimum; 16 GB recommended

• Storage: Approximately 30 GB available for Waves installation

• Host: Compatible DAW supporting VST3, AU, or AAX

• Installation: Waves Central and internet connection required for installation/activation

Ideal For

Drums • Snare • Kick • Bass • Electric Guitar • Vocals • Keyboards • Instrument Buses • Drum Buses • Mix Bus