501 Langley Manual - Amek

The Amek 501 was introduced as a compact, versatile console based on the architecture of the Amek Recall. While principally intended for Front-of-House (FOH) live applications, its feature set—including 8 audio subgroups, a stereo buss, and a matrix—makes it a staple in recording studios, broadcast facilities, and theaters.

The push-buttons on the 501 can become "sticky." Frequent use actually helps prevent this, but mechanical cleaning may be necessary for units that have sat idle. The Legacy of the 501 Amek 501 Langley Manual

Amek was established in the late 1970s with the specific goal of creating high-quality mixing consoles that were more reliable and easier to service than the American competitors of the time (such as MCI and API). The Amek 501 was introduced as a compact,

This section handles sends to external effects or the multitrack bussing. The Legacy of the 501 Amek was established