Choosing the right EQ for your mix
Using EQ in audio mixing enhances clarity and balances the overall sound. It can be difficult to know which EQ is best for different mixing tasks, whether...
Ozone
iZotope Ozone is the industry's most comprehensive audio mastering software powered by AI. Learn how to use Ozone to master a song – and all about audio mastering – with tips and tutorials below.
How to get a loud mix while preserving dynamic range
“The loudness wars are over!” they said. “Loudness normalization and dynamics won!” they said, and yet still, many people crave a loud...
Must-know audio file formats in 2023
The discipline of music production is awash with confusing file formats. Understanding them is both bewildering and crucial, as different formats have...
What is an ideal mastering signal chain?
The mastering process is the final stage of audio production and one of the most crucial in achieving a professional sound. While there are many...
How to get clean, clear masters with a polished sound
One of the main goals of many musicians and producers during mastering is to improve the clarity and openness of their song. They’re looking to achieve a...
6 tips for using the free Ozone Imager for spacious, wide mixes
Everyone wants a wide, spacious stereo image in their mix—well, maybe not everyone, but I’m guessing if you’re here, you do—however, that’s sometimes easier...
Stem mastering: How and when to use stems in audio mastering
In the traditional process of stereo mastering, a mastering engineer works on putting the finishing touches on a stereo mixdown of a song. However, in...
Mastering vocals: 5 techniques for a pro sound
Vocal mastering isn’t usually something you do on its own. Sure, if you’re working on an acapella version of a mix, a choral recording, or...
Why upgrade to Ozone 11? Here's what's new
iZotope Ozone 11 is the ultimate collection of mastering tools that helps you unlock the full potential of your productions. Now including powerful stem...
What Is a Reference Track and How to Use It
In this guide, we’ll teach you how to use them in your music production to get professional-sounding mixes and masters using iZotope Audiolens,...
What’s the Difference between Compression and Limiting?
Audio compression and limiting are used to achieve a polished sound. But what exactly is the difference between compression and limiting, and when should...
AI & Automated Mastering: What to Know
From ChatGPT and Lensa to folks urging a halt to AI research, we’re hearing a lot about artificial intelligence in our world today. However, at...
