Meet the new iZotope subscriptions: pro audio tools that grow with you
Whether you’re just beginning to record or you’re a seasoned engineer refining a final master, having the right tools makes all the difference....
Neoverb
The best reverb plugins for vocals in 2026
Have you ever tried to mix a vocal and it just felt wrong? Either it’s too forward and dry or it’s too wet and cloudy, but one thing’s...
How to mix a song with iZotope Music Production Suite 8
We all know mixing can be tricky. You might wrestle with muddy frequencies where instruments clash, struggle to balance the dynamics so your song hits...
Find your space: a guide to iZotope Equinox, Neoverb, and Aurora reverbs
Neoverb, Aurora, and Equinox are iZotope's algorithmic reverbs, taking the celebrated sound of early digital reverbs and skillfully bringing them into the...
5 mixing trends defining 2025 (and how you can use them too)
Every year brings new “game-changing” technologies and sonic fashions to the world of music production, and 2025 is no different. But while...
Mixing an album: how get a cohesive sound
You’ve just finished recording an album and now it’s time to start mixing. With several songs to mix ahead of you, how should you approach the mix so...
Reverb vs. delay: when to use each
People often ask, “Which is better: reverb or delay?” and “Should I use both reverb and delay?” The answers totally depend on what...
Reverb pre-delay explained: how to avoid a muddy reverb sound
Reverbs can be tricky to get right. Many of them have a confusing number of controls, often labeled incongruously. Add the nature of the effect itself to the...
10 of the best reverb plugins in 2023 to give you a spacious sound
Reverb is a vital, complex, and often misunderstood tool in the world of audio production. Making matters more confusing, there’s a veritable glut of...
Crafting a basic vocal chain
Vocal processing isn’t rocket science. In fact, it boils down to a few common tools configured to complement the type of session you’re working...
What Is Plate Reverb? How to Use It in Your Mix
Plate reverb is an audio effect that has been a staple in music production and mixing for decades. Its lush and spacious sound has been heard on countless...
Ultimate Guide to Audio Effects
In mixing, we can have a lot of fun right from the start. We can create a fantastic balance of all the instruments with nothing more than a mouse,...
Understanding Atmosphere in Ambient Music and How to Create It
When talking about music, “atmospheric” can be somewhat of an ambiguous term. Some people use it to describe the lush, sonic landscapes...
