WesAudio
WesAudio ngLeveler Next Generation Leveler
Best workflow enhancer for professional audio engineers.
This analog automation system offers 16 channels of advanced studio integration, bringing total recall capabilities managed through a DAW plug-in or HUI controller. Each channel features analog saturation to enhance track presence and clarity in your mix. With ample +24dBu headroom and a 6dB passive attenuator, it excels at managing high-level signals and integrating with various analog gear. Its low noise and distortion ensure pristine audio quality, making it a versatile tool for signal level management, console insert automation, or post-compression adjustments.
$2299.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
278
/ 1141
#278 in Audio Mixers
Price vs Category Average
+139%
Above average
Who it's for
- Mix engineers seeking quick, reliable level management
- Producers valuing analog sound with modern workflow integration
- Creative engineers desiring character and dynamic control
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious home studio owners or emerging producers
- Newcomers to hardware processing without existing 500 series setups
- Beginners expecting instant, perfect results without exploration
Performance breakdown
Total Recall Integration
DAW-based automation makes analog signal management feel entirely digital and seamless.
Analog Saturation Quality
Adds harmonic character that brings life and presence to sterile digital tracks.
Signal Headroom
The +24dBu ceiling handles hot signals without risking unwanted digital clipping.
Workflow Efficiency
HUI controller support streamlines complex mixing tasks into a tactile experience.
Sonic Transparency
Maintains pristine audio integrity with impressively low noise and distortion levels.
Connectivity Versatility
DB-25 architecture simplifies integration into professional studio patch bays and racks.
Key Specs
16 channels of analog automation with total recall
+24dBu of headroom
6dB passive attenuator (PAD)
THD+N < 0.01%
MUTE and SOLO for each channel
HUI controllers integration
Proprietary THD implementation
IN and OUT metering integrated with DAW plug-in
Know before you buy
The ngLeveler integrates directly into your DAW via a dedicated plug-in, allowing you to save and recall all analog settings instantly. It communicates with your session through USB or Ethernet, ensuring your analog automation is perfectly synced with your digital project.
Yes, the unit supports HUI controller integration. This allows you to map the analog levels to your physical faders or control surface for a tactile, hands-on mixing experience.
The proprietary THD implementation adds harmonic character to your tracks, which helps them sit better in a mix. You can dial in this saturation per channel to add warmth and presence without needing external outboard gear.
The unit uses standard DB-25 connectors for all 16 channels of input and output. This makes it straightforward to integrate into a professional studio setup using standard DB-25 to TRS or XLR breakout cables.
Yes, the +24dBu headroom is designed to handle professional line-level signals without clipping. If you are working with particularly hot signals, you can engage the 6dB passive attenuator on each channel to prevent distortion.
The unit is engineered for high-fidelity performance with a THD+N of less than 0.01%. It is designed to be transparent, ensuring that your audio remains pristine even when you are applying automation or saturation.
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