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Wes Audio ngLeveler

Wes Audio ngLeveler

€1.949,00 EUR
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Description:

16-channel next generation automation system

The ngLEVELER, also known as the “Next Generation Leveler,” is an advanced analog automation system designed for seamless studio integration. In addition to its automation engine, it provides analog saturation on each channel, giving tracks more presence and depth in the mix.

The ngLEVELER itself has no physical controls and is managed through:

  • A DAW plug-in
  • A HUI controller
  • Or a combination of both

This setup offers easy fader control with full total recall via the DAW plug-in. Designed to be a central tool in the studio, its simple analog connectivity makes it versatile and adaptable to a wide range of applications.

Main Features

ngLEVELER – “Next generation Leveler”

  • 16 channels of analog automation with total recall.
  • +25dBu (IN)/+28dBu (OUT) headroom for optimal signal processing.
  • 6dB passive attenuator (PAD) for managing high-level signals.
  • Very low noise and distortion – THD+N < 0.01%.
  • MUTE and SOLO functionality for each channel.
  • HUI controller integration for streamlined control.
  • 16 channels of Proprietary THD, providing analog saturation.
  • IN and OUT metering (before and after signal leveling).
  • Flexible DAW/Live plug-in for control and automation.
  • DB-25 analog connectivity for easy studio integration.
  • Ethernet or USB connection options for flexible operation.
ANALOG SOUND, DIGITAL CONTROL

Regardless its digital control features, ngLeveler is fully analog unit.

Streamlined Analog Signal Automation and Recall through Plugin Control
  1. Opposite Quad Channel Link: This feature links two stereo channels in an inverse manner. When the levels of channels 1 and 2 are increased, the levels of channels 3 and 4 are reduced by the same amount, making it ideal for driving stereo analog units while maintaining consistent signal levels.



Monitoring
  • MUTE: Mutes the selected channel, preventing any signal from passing through.
  • SOLO: Activates solo mode on the selected channel, allowing its signal to pass with full processing while muting all other channels, unless they are soloed or muted. This ensures only the soloed channel is heard, while the rest are silenced unless explicitly soloed or in solo safe mode.

Trim Mode

Trim mode allows for fine adjustments to the level of each channel on top of the already set fader levels. The trim faders work in high resolution within a limited range of -10dB to +5dB. This approach offers several key advantages.



Channel Groups

Assign each channel to one of 4 groups which
technically link all parameters in particular group.


THD – Add Color to Your Mixes on Each Channel

THD, or Total Harmonic Distortion, adds analog warmth and saturation to your signal, enriching it with subtle harmonic coloration. This enhances the musicality and overall tonal character, delivering a rich, pleasing sound.

Analog Automation

We’ve all wanted to adjust device settings based on different sections of a song, and now it’s entirely possible! Simply draw automation lines in your DAW, and your analog device will follow the changes effortlessly.

Additionally, you can use your HUI controller to record automation directly into your DAW, making it even easier to fine-tune your settings for dynamic changes throughout your track.


USAGE EXAMPLES
1. Summing Stage Automation

ngLEVELER can be seamlessly integrated at any point in the analog signal chain where level management or automation is required. One key application is managing or automating the signal that goes from your outboard gear to the summing stage. This setup offers several important benefits:

  • Post-compression automation or level management: Automating the signal coming directly from your DAW converter can cause issues with how your compressor behaves, making proper automation difficult. With ngLEVELER, you can maintain a consistent signal level in your summing stage while leaving automation and level adjustments to ngLEVELER, which can be easily recalled upon session load.
  • OUT signal management and automation: Every piece of outboard gear has a sweet spot, often dependent on the signal level going into it. Instead of automating the incoming signal, which could disrupt the sweet spot, ngLEVELER allows you to automate the outgoing signal, ensuring you don’t clip the next analog stage or overload the device. This provides precise control over your signal path, enabling you to automate levels only when needed.
1.1. Example 1 – Summing Automation/Level Management
1.2. Example 2 – Summing Mixer/Console Insert Points Automation
1.3. Example 3 – Summing Mixer/Console Groups Insert Points Automation
2. Take Command of Analog Outboard Automation

In this example, ngLEVELER is positioned between the input and output of each analog outboard processor. It can be configured to manage either the output or input, depending on your needs. ngLEVELER excels in handling extremely hot signals, where many audio interfaces struggle.

Benefits include:
  • Precise level management for both signal input and output stages.
  • High-level signal support for outboard output signals (+24dBU with 6dB PAD on ngLEVELER) ensures accurate tuning of the signal going into the A/D converter.
3. Analog Outboard Drive

In this setup, stereo processing is configured both before and after the outboard gear, with the channels linked inversely. As you increase the input level to the outboard processor, the output level is automatically decreased before hitting the next stage. This configuration allows you to easily find the optimal operating point, or “sweet spot,” of your outboard processor, which can be crucial when working with vintage gear that often performs best at higher input levels.

4. Recording Session Management

Every studio, regardless of size, requires a reliable centerpiece to manage recording and mixing sessions. ngLEVELER fits this role perfectly, allowing for precise level control that ensures optimal signal levels are sent to the A/D converter. It also provides analog saturation to enhance sound, and the Solo and Mute buttons make session management much easier.

Benefits include:
  • Signal level management going into the A/D converter is made simple with ngLEVELER’s 6dB PAD and +24dBu headroom, effectively handling very hot signals from microphone preamplifiers.
  • Session-level signals can be easily recalled upon session load, ensuring seamless workflow and consistency across projects.
Main Features Summary:
  • 16 channels of analog automation with total recall.
  • +25dBu (IN)/+28dBu (OUT) headroom for optimal signal processing.
  • 6dB passive attenuator (PAD) for managing high-level signals.
  • Very low noise and distortion – THD+N 0.01%.
  • MUTE and SOLO functionality for each channel.
  • HUI controller integration for streamlined control.
  • 16 channels of Proprietary THD, providing analog saturation.
  • IN and OUT metering (before and after signal leveling).
  • Flexible DAW/Live plug-in for control and automation.
  • DB-25 analog connectivity for easy studio integration.
  • Management via Ethernet or USB for flexible connectivity.
  • Fully digitally controlled with an isolated analog circuit for optimal performance.
  • Full automation recording through HUI integration.
  • Free software and firmware upgrades.
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