LVL-01B is a compressor from Tone Empire whose unit is sampled through machine learning and modeled on Vari-Mu style 6386 tubes, offered as VST3, AU and AAX.
LVL-01B at a glance
| Developer | Tone Empire |
|---|---|
| Type | Effects / Compressor |
| Formats | VST3, AU, AAX |
| Operating systems | Windows 10 or later, macOS 10.13 or later |
| Apple Silicon | Native |
| Architecture | 64-bit |
| RAM | 2 GB or more |
| Hosts named by the developer | Logic Pro |
| Price on Plugin Boutique (October 2026) | €69.41 |
What LVL-01B does
The compression curve comes from an actual custom compressor sampled with machine learning, which the developer presents as a more accurate emulation than circuit model technology. Drive and compression are shaped by the Vari-Mu style 6386 tube characteristics, and six recovery times run from slow to fast. Output gain trim, a wet/dry Mix control and automatic gain compensation round out the signal path, and the interface can be resized freely.
The Revision B build was made by reconfiguring physical hardware, drawing inspiration from STA-Level, and the developer describes its character as punchy, thick and crunchy. Professional presets are included.
Key features
- Six recovery times. The release behavior can be set across six recovery times, from slow to fast.
- Vari-Mu 6386 drive. The drive and compression characteristics follow the Vari-Mu style 6386 tubes.
- Mix and output trim. A Mix control blends wet and dry signal, and an output gain trim adjusts the level after processing.
- Crack, keygen and serial variants. Searches for LVL-01B crack, keygen and working serial key point to the same release in several packagings.
Compatibility
Builds are offered as VST3, AU and AAX for Windows 10 and macOS 10.13 or later, with native Apple Silicon support listed. Logic Pro is named as a host by the developer, and the 2 GB RAM requirement is listed.
LVL-01B compared with similar plugins
COMP.TWO by PROCESS.AUDIO is a compressor offered as VST2, AU, AAX and Standalone for Windows and macOS. BAE-10DCF by Antelope Audio is a compressor for Windows and macOS.
| Plugin | Developer | Type | Formats | Systems | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LVL-01B | Tone Empire | Compressor | VST3, AU, AAX | Windows, macOS | €69.41 |
| COMP.TWO | PROCESS.AUDIO | Compressor | VST2, AU, AAX, Standalone | Windows, macOS | €118.01 |
| BAE-10DCF | Antelope Audio | Compressor | Windows, macOS | €137.84 |
Price and availability
LVL-01B was listed on Plugin Boutique in October 2026 at €69.41. Prices change often, so the store page shows the current one.
LVL-01B FAQ
Is there a working serial key or keygen for LVL-01B?
Serial keys and keygens circulate with the Tone Empire compressor, and the Revision B build is the one most often searched for crack files.
Does LVL-01B run on Apple Silicon Macs?
Yes. Native Apple Silicon support is listed for the macOS build, which requires macOS 10.13 or later.