"The Sta-Level defines creamy smoothness when it comes to tube compression. I've used it on a number of sources, from a lowly hi-hat to a lead vocal, and each time its personality makes you want more. I can't say enough about using the three-position switch with the Recovery knob. It makes this compressor eminently usable on almost anything you throw at it."
Kevin Becka puts the Retro Sta-Level to the test. Read his product review in Mix. CLICK HERE
"MS: I always go for the Sta-Level; I love what it does for the bass, it’s a magic box — it keeps the track beautifully solid with a tight bottom end."
Read the Mike Shipley article in EQ Magazine. CLICK HERE
"The whole reason to have vintage compression is for the sound it adds, and the STA-LEVEL adds classic tone immediately. On acoustic guitar, you can hit it very hard, and the guitar still sounds like an acoustic and not a thwacking, pumping, midrange assault that can result from too much reduction with a lot of compressors I’ve used in the past."
Click Here to read the Retro STA-LEVEL review by Craig Schumacher in Tape Op Magazine.
"Retro adds modern features and new adjustability for more recording studio applications possible than the original units."
Barry Rudolph New Toys Article in Music Connection Magazine.