DownloadlicensSoundtoys Devil-Loc Deluxe 5 – Extreme Compression & Distortion Plug-in
Soundtoys Devil-Loc Deluxe 5 is a savage and characterful audio effect that brings the aggressive punch of vintage level destroyers into your DAW. Inspired by the classic Shure Level-Loc hardware limiter, Devil-Loc Deluxe takes things a step further—delivering raw, explosive compression and gritty distortion perfect for crushing drums, bass, guitars, or vocals with unapologetic attitude.
This Deluxe version expands on the original Devil-Loc with extra controls for Darkness (tone shaping), Crunch (saturation amount), and output gain, giving you more flexibility while retaining its signature, “nasty but musical” character. Now in version 5.5, Devil-Loc Deluxe includes a resizable interface and native Apple Silicon support, fully optimized for modern workflows.
Key Features:
- Inspired by the legendary Shure Level-Loc compressor/limiter
- Extreme squash-style compression with gritty analog-style distortion
- Crush and Crunch controls for dynamic and harmonic saturation
- Darkness knob to control high-end tone
- Perfect for aggressive drum processing, lo-fi textures, and FX abuse
- Mix control for parallel distortion and subtle blending
- Resizable GUI and native support for Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3)
- Fully compatible with VST3, AU, and AAX
- Works standalone or within the Soundtoys Effect Rack
System Requirements:
- Formats: VST3, AU, AAX (64-bit only)
- macOS: 10.12 or later (Intel & Apple Silicon supported)
- Windows: 7 or later (64-bit)
- DAW: Compatible with all major 64-bit hosts
- iLok account required (dongle optional)
Perfect For:
- Producers and engineers seeking aggressive compression with analog grit
- Drum buss destruction and room mic enhancement
- Sound designers needing lo-fi, blown-out textures
- Creative FX chains inside the Soundtoys Effect Rack
Soundtoys Devil-Loc Deluxe 5 is a one-of-a-kind sonic wrecking ball—ideal for when you want your mix to bite back. Whether subtle or extreme, it adds punch, personality, and a healthy dose of chaos.