R-STA Level Tube Compressor
Thick compression. Vintage attitude. Musical control.
The STA Level is not about transparency — it’s about character.
Its tube-based design delivers rich saturation and bold compression, shaping dynamics with a distinctly vintage tone that adds weight, density, and presence.
NAM A2 Updated
All Tokyo Studio Capture profiles have been updated for the latest NAM A2 architecture.
NAM A2 represents the most significant advancement in Neural Amp Modeler to date, delivering substantially improved accuracy, efficiency, and hardware fidelity compared to previous generations.
According to large-scale blind listening tests, A2 consistently achieved results that are extremely difficult to distinguish from the original hardware.
What you actually get
A set of tube compressor profiles captured across different compression intensities and tonal behaviors.
Profiles included:
- STA Level – Smooth Leveler
Classic tube leveling with natural warmth and effortless control. - STA Level – Rich Density
Enhanced tube character with added fullness and presence. - STA Level – Broadcast Tone
Vintage broadcast-style leveling with rounded dynamics. - STA Level – Harmonic Bloom
Enhanced sustain with rich tube harmonics and depth. - STA Level – Punch & Body
Warm compression with preserved attack and added fullness. - STA Level – Tube Smash
Aggressive tube compression with explosive energy and character. - STA Level – Vintage Glue
Musical tube compression with classic analog cohesion. - STA Level – Mix Thickener
Dense stereo buss enhancement with added analog weight. - STA Level – Tube Saturation
Enhanced harmonic density with subtle compression. - STA Level – Pump Machine
Energetic compression with vintage-style movement. - STA Level – Master Weight
Gentle tube thickening designed for stereo buss enhancement.
Mode: Single / GR: Light / Time: Slow
Mode: Double / GR: Medium / Time: Slow
Mode: Double / GR: Medium / Time: Slow
Mode: Triple / GR: Medium–Heavy / Time: Slow
Mode: Double / GR: Medium / Time: Fast
Mode: Triple / GR: Heavy / Time: Fast
Mode: Single / GR: Light / Time: Slow
Mode: Double / GR: Medium / Time: Slow
Mode: Triple / GR: Light–Medium / Time: Slow
Mode: Triple / GR: Heavy / Time: Fast
Mode: Single / GR: Light / Time: Slow
How it behaves
- Compression adds harmonic richness and saturation
- Transients are shaped with a smooth but weighted response
- Dynamics become thicker and more forward
Audio Demo
Compare the original hardware signal and the NAM profile across a range of sources — bass, guitar, synth, and more.
Each example demonstrates how closely the profile captures the tone, dynamics, and harmonic response of the hardware.
The NAM and hardware samples are gain-matched to allow for a more accurate evaluation of the capture’s fidelity.
For additional context, a dry (unprocessed) version is also included.
Why this capture is different
- Multiple compression characters captured
- Carefully driven tube stages
- Designed for musical coloration and impact
Waveform Comparison (Hardware vs NAM)
Below is a direct comparison between the original hardware signal and the NAM profile output.
This visualization highlights how accurately the compression behavior and harmonic response are preserved.
Technical notes
- Format: NAM (.nam)
- Sample Rate: 48kHz
- Capture Type: Real hardware
- Calibration: Studio-level gain staging
Gain Staging Advice
Our captures are pre-calibrated at -18 dBFS input level.
For best results, we recommend feeding the plugin with an input signal close to -18 dBFS.
Due to gain reduction during the profiling process, the output level of a loaded profile may be slightly lower than the original input signal.
Please adjust the Output control to match your source level or to reach your preferred listening volume.
Disclaimer
This product consists of digital NAM profiles and impulse responses captured from real hardware.
All products are independently developed by TSC (Tokyo Studio Capture) and are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any hardware or software manufacturers.
Any product names, references, or visual elements are used strictly for descriptive purposes only. All trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners.
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Jordan (verified owner) –
The way this handles transients is remarkably musical. It adds a certain ‘density’ to the mid-range without any of the usual muddiness you get with vintage-style emulations. On vocals, it pins the performance in place beautifully, and on bass, it provides a solid foundation that sits perfectly in the pocket. It has a lovely harmonic character that just makes everything sound more ‘finished’ as soon as you engage the circuit.