LUXE by Klevgrand compressor and saturator effect plugin interface

LUXE: Compressor, Saturator and Enhancer Plugin by Klevgrand Free Download

Rated 4.6/5 on Plugin Boutique (152 ratings)

LUXE is an effects plugin by Klevgrand that compresses and saturates an audio signal in a subtle, musical way. It is aimed at helping a track fit within a mix and can be used on drum buses, vocals and similar sources.

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01Overview

LUXE works as a compressor, saturator and enhancer in one plugin. It offers a simple front panel with a single amount slider, an output control and a choice between two processing algorithms, LUXE and FINESSE. The developer says the internal parameters are handled with care to keep the sound musical and warm, so the plugin can be used for quick results without detailed setup. It is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats for Windows and macOS.

Best for

Drum bus processing
Vocal track polish
Making tracks fit the mix
Subtle saturation and warmth
Mix bus enhancement

Developer: Klevgrand
Category: Enhancers
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Compressor and saturator combined in one effect plugin
Single amount slider controls multiple internal parameters
Choice between LUXE and FINESSE processing algorithms
Level meter showing the amount of processing applied
Output control ranging from silence to +6 dB
Simple interface with few controls
Low CPU footprint

03In depth

Sound and Processing Character

LUXE processes the signal with a subtle, musical touch. The main slider sets the amount of the effect, and behind it sits a group of internal parameters that are not shown on the interface. This means one control covers the overall treatment.

The two algorithms differ in tone. Klevgrand describes FINESSE as having a slightly different frequency response and an added edge in its internal saturation module, while LUXE is the default character. Switching between them lets you pick the color that suits the source.

Controls and Workflow on the Interface

The interface is kept deliberately simple. A meter indicates how much processing is being applied to the signal, which helps when setting the amount. The OUT knob sets output level, ranging from silence up to +6 dB, so you can compensate for gain changes the processing introduces.

The developer highlights the low CPU footprint, which makes it practical to place on several tracks or buses in a project.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	Klevgrand
Type	Plugin
Category	Enhancer
Formats	VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Free trial	Yes

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What is LUXE used for?

LUXE compresses and saturates an audio signal in a subtle way. It is intended to help a track fit in the mix and can be applied to sources such as a drum bus or a vocal track.

What formats and operating systems does LUXE support?

LUXE is available in VST2, AU and AAX formats. It runs on Windows and macOS, with the macOS version listed as requiring macOS 10.10 or later and optimized for M1 processors.