Model 5000

by Tone Empire

Model 5000 delivers punchy hybrid VCA compression inspired by iconic American and British hardware. Perfect for adding weight, glue, and impact to drums, drum buses, and full mixes.

Hybrid VCA compression with modern punch

Shape bold, mix-ready dynamics with Model 5000’s hybrid topology. From added low-end weight to tight transient definition, it delivers powerful compression with solid-state clarity and impact.

Two compression styles, one unit

British-style ratio, attack, and release behavior give you smooth, musical compression, while the American-inspired knock circuit adds aggressive, forward punch. Blend the two for everything from subtle glue to hard-hitting impact.

TransX transformer saturation

Engage the TransX input/output transformer circuit to add warm, solid-state saturation. Push the input harder for thicker lows, richer harmonics, and added analog weight.

Selectable oversampling and mix-ready presets

Choose up to 8× oversampling for cleaner, more accurate compression when driven hard, and jumpstart your workflow with mix-ready presets tailored for drums, buses, and full mixes.

Features

TransX transformer mode

Adds warm transformer coloration and solid-state saturation that increases naturally with input gain.

Attack, release, and ratio controls

Dial in everything from fast transient shaping to smoother, more musical compression curves.

Selectable oversampling

Choose from Off, 2×, 4×, or 8× oversampling for enhanced transient clarity and analog-style smoothness.

Model 5000 is included
with LANDR Studio

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System requirements

macOS

macOS Mojave or later
AU / VST3 / AAX (64-bit host)
Apple Silicon /Intel i5 or later / AMD Athlon 64 or equivalent
2 GB RAM
300 MB hard disk space

Windows

Windows 10 or later
VST3 / AAX (64-bit host)
Intel i5 or later / AMD Athlon 64 or equivalent
2 GB RAM
300 MB hard disk space