Retro STA-Level by Kazrog - The Official Plugin of the Legendary Tube Compressor. Introducing Retro STA-Level, the only official emulation of the iconic Retro Sta-Level compressor, crafted by the Kazrog team in close collaboration with Retro Instruments and Phil Moore himself. This plugin brings that coveted "analog magic" straight into your digital workstation: warm tube saturation, musical compression, and that signature "larger than life" sound.

The plugin offers two meticulously modeled operating modes. The Modern mode recreates the Retro Sta-Level Gold Edition - the premium American tube version with expanded functionality. The Vintage mode is based on the original Gates Sta-Level from Devin Powers' collection, refined by Phil Moore: it delivers a more mid-focused, harmonically rich coloration, perfect for tasks where character and analog soul are essential.

Beyond authentic sound, Retro STA-Level is equipped with practical tools for seamless integration into modern production: high-pass and low-pass filters in the sidechain for precise control over compressor response, a dry/wet mix control, and the unique Analog Entropy function - modeling natural component variations to add even more analog realism. Included are 100 presets from renowned mixing masters: Michael Brauer, Ross Hogarth, David Kalmiski, and others, with regular free updates to the preset library.

"I can't imagine a better collaboration than between the greatest manufacturer of analog and tube equipment on the planet, Retro Instruments, and Kazrog, who truly know how to capture the essence of hardware, tubes, and analog signal paths. What they've created is truly impressive - I use this Sta-Level plugin everywhere," says David Kalmiski, producer and engineer who has worked with Shawn Mendes, Justin Bieber, John Legend, Carrie Underwood, and many more.

One payment, and the plugin is yours forever. No subscriptions, no iLok dongles, no hidden fees. The license works on unlimited devices, with straightforward installation and activation. The plugin is optimized for minimal CPU load and low latency, allowing you to use it even in large projects with hundreds of tracks without compromising performance.

Retro STA-Level runs on macOS (10.13+), Windows (10+), and Linux, supporting VST, AU, AAX (64-bit), VST3, and LV2 formats. It features a universal binary build for native operation on both Apple Silicon and Intel processors. A compatible host application is required: Pro Tools 12+, Logic Pro, Cubase, Reaper, Studio One, and others.



Retail price is $49.99, with frequent special offers and discounts available. A free demo version with unlimited use time is offered (featuring periodic silent pauses and disabled preset saving) so you can fully evaluate the sound before purchasing. Value-packed bundles with other Kazrog plugins, including Avalon equipment emulations, are also available.

Retro STA-Level isn't just another compressor. It's a character-rich tool capable of instantly adding that analog depth, warmth, and dynamics to your recordings that make sound professional, alive, and memorable. Ideal for vocals, bass, drums, backing vocals, and the master bus - anywhere you need musical compression with soul.