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....
Trash
What is distortion in music? When and how to use it
Distortion can be a powerful tool for audio engineers. In the right hands, distortion can add all sorts of flair to a track, fill out thinly recorded signals,...
Trash is back: your favorite distortion plugin is better than ever
Distorting, mangling, and transforming your sound has never been easier. Trash is back and reimagined with over 660 distortion types and impulse responses, and a...
Learn iZotope Trash in 10 minutes
Trash is back with a modern, multiband twist. Trash was always a deep cut of a plugin – a distortion powerhouse that could unlock so many sonic...
What is an impulse response? How to use convolution reverb on drums, synths, bass, and more
Impulse response: It’s not a concept relating to self-control – not in the world of audio, anyway. An impulse response is a tool that is often...
iZotope and the Dynamic, Demonic Derek Smalls (ex-Spinal Tap)
This article references previous versions of Ozone. Learn about the latest Ozone and its powerful new features like Master Rebalance, Low End Focus, and...
4 Types of Kick Drums and How to Mix Them
The kick drum is a foundational part of a mix. It can dictate the feel, tempo, and aesthetic of the music. The kick can signify not only genre, but also...
Beat Making 101: How to Make a Beat
Most beginners who are learning how to make a beat start by creating simple beats. And in the world of music production, beat-making can be an entire...
5 Ways to Texturize Background Vocals
Background vocals are special. They sit further back in the mix, playing a supportive role from a sonic standpoint, and an important compositional role as a...
Creative Ways to Use LFOs on Synths and Beats
Everyone has a soft spot for a synthesizer filter sweep or a tremolo effect on a guitar track. Thanks to LFOs (low frequency oscillators), these wooshy filter...
Create a Massive Synth by Layering Multiple Sounds
In crafting sounds, many synthesists probably return again and again to their favorite original patches or even presets, tweaking the parameters here...
How to Get a Fat, Deep Bass Sound
Like anything in music production, bass sound preferences are many and varied. No two people, even if operating in the same genre, are going to be in...
How to Program and Layer Electronic Basslines in Your DAW
What makes a good electronic bassline? Sometimes, a perfectly tuned sub does the trick. Even a single repeated note can pack a punch. At the right time,...
