Drum Leveler is an innovative compressor and expander designed specifically for drum tracks, using beat detection to selectively adjust the gain of individual drum hits. This approach ensures each beat reaches the desired target level without altering surrounding bleed noise or beats that fall outside the defined processing range. By addressing beats on a detailed level, Drum Leveler preserves the natural dynamics of the performance while enhancing clarity and punch.

Unlike traditional compressors that rely on envelope followers or VCA circuits, Drum Leveler employs a modern algorithm optimized for today’s CPUs, enabling precise and transient-accurate control over drum dynamics. Its simultaneous upward and downward gain adjustments allow for natural-sounding results free of distortion. Users can tailor their processing with dual threshold levels, affecting only selected beats such as ghost notes or bleed, and choose from multiple operation modes including Mono, Stereo, Dual Mono, and Mid/Side to fit their workflow.

The plugin is designed to be both powerful and user-friendly, featuring an intuitive interface and advanced tools such as side-chain input for creative sound design, a gate to manage bleed control, and a soft clipper to smoothly handle peaks above 0dB. Tempo-synced recovery and retrigger times further enhance its musical responsiveness. Drum Leveler also supports accessibility features and integration with popular platforms, making it an essential tool for producers seeking solid grooves and dynamic control on percussive tracks.