WesAudio ngLEVELER

Digital signal and outboard automation and routing system

• 16-channel analog automation system with Total Recall
• Level management and routing for analog outboard and summing stage
• Analog THD saturation on each channel
• Control via DAW plug-in or HUI controller
• High headroom: +25 dBu input / +28 dBu output
• Independent MUTE and SOLO functions on each channel
• Precise IN and OUT metering for each channel
• 6 dB passive PAD for high-level signals
• DB-25 analog connections for studio integration
• Control via USB or Ethernet

The WesAudio ngLEVELER is a next-generation analog automation system designed for advanced control of levels and signal routing in the studio. Designed as an operations center for hybrid analog/digital studios, it offers 16 channels of analog automation with full recall via DAW plug-ins or HUI controllers.

Despite digital control, the audio path remains fully analog, providing high headroom, extremely low noise, and the ability to add analog harmonic saturation to each channel.

16-Channel Analog Automation with Total Recall

The ngLEVELER allows you to automate analog signal levels directly from the DAW. All settings can be saved and recalled automatically during session loading thanks to the Total Recall function.

The system has no physical controls on the front panel and is designed to be managed completely via:

• Dedicated DAW plug-in
• HUI controller
• Combination of plug-ins and hardware controllers.

This approach allows extremely precise control of levels with full automation during production and mixing.

Advanced level management for analog outboard

One of the main uses of the WesAudio ngLEVELER is level management in the analog studio chain. The device allows precise control of levels between converters, outboards, and summing mixers, always keeping the signal at the optimum operating point.

Automating the signal to analog summing

By using ngLEVELER between the converters and the summing stage, the signal level can be automated without altering the behavior of the compressors or other analog processors in the chain.

Controlling the "sweet spot" of analog hardware

Many analog devices work best when they receive signals at specific levels. With ngLEVELER you can increase the input level to an analog processor while keeping the output level constant, allowing you to easily find the ideal saturation point.

Analog saturation on each channel

Each channel incorporates a proprietary THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) control that allows you to add analog saturation to the signal. This feature enriches the mix with musical harmonics, enhancing presence, depth and sonic character.

Saturation can be used very lightly to add analog warmth or more prominently to add more color to the signal.

Precise control and session management

The ngLEVELER incorporates advanced features for managing recording and mix sessions:

• MUTE to quickly mute any channel
• SOLO to isolate a single track during monitoring
• Trim Mode for fine adjustments between -10 dB and +5 dB
• 4 channel groups for simultaneous controls

These functions make the device particularly useful as a control center for complex recording sessions.

Full integration with DAWs and HUI controllers

The system integrates seamlessly into modern production workflows thanks to plug-in control and compatibility with HUI controllers. Automation can be recorded directly into the DAW or performed via hardware controllers.

Flexible analog and digital connections

The device uses DB-25 analog connections for integration with patchbays and professional systems, while digital control can be via USB or Ethernet, offering maximum flexibility in studio integration.

Technical Specifications.

• Type: 16-channel analog automation system
• Headroom: +25 dBu input / +28 dBu output
• THD+N: <0.008% (20Hz-20kHz)
• Frequency response: 0 Hz - 250 kHz (-3 dB)
• Dynamic range: >118 dB
• Input impedance: >10 kOhm
• Output impedance: <50 Ohm
• Crosstalk: >100 dB
• Hardware resolution: about 2500 steps per channel
• Passive PAD: -6 dB
• Metering: input and output for each channel
• Analog connections: DB-25
• Control connections: USB and Ethernet
• Power consumption: 20 W
• Rack format: 1U
• Dimensions: 44 × 483 × 260 mm
• Unit weight: 3.6 kg
• Warranty: 2 years