Audio dynamics 101: compressors, limiters, expanders, and gates
In this article, we’ll demystify the compressor and other audio dynamics processors. We’ll cover the four main types of plug-ins used to...
iZotope Learn
Read and watch tutorials for iZotope audio plugins like Ozone, Neutron, and RX. Get music production tips, boost your post production skills, and more.
Digital audio basics: audio sample rate and bit depth
In this article, we’ll cover some basic principles of digital audio and how they impact the recording and production process. Specifically,...
How to master for streaming platforms: normalization, LUFS, and loudness
Each streaming platform enforces its own loudness standard, so mastering for streaming means understanding LUFS, normalization, and how those specs...
From the pros: mixing tips I wish I knew when I started
There's a ton of information available online about audio mixing, the process of blending different sound elements in a song (like vocals, drums, and...
A LUFS and tonal analysis of top-charting rock and alternative songs
Continuing our run of analysis articles where we look at level and tonal balance trends in top-performing commercial releases, we’re looking at some music...
6 practical ways to use RX for music production
If you’re a music producer, you might think RX is just for post-production engineers who scrub muddy audio from noisy lav mics. But RX has become an...
4 steps to a polished vocal mix
Ever struggled to get your vocal tracks sounding just right? Whether you're battling with background noise, trying to achieve a polished mix, or...
8 ways to mix faster (and better)
Audio mixing is both an art and a skill – one that requires precision, creativity, and, above all, efficiency. Whether you're working under tight deadlines...
9 tips for mixing if you're not a mix engineer
So you have an interest in mixing music. Maybe you make your own music, and necessity has become the mother of invention: “I gotta mix my...
10 ways to take your mix from amateur to professional
You can instantly recognize a professional-sounding mix, yet getting your own tracks to that level feels incredibly challenging. What exactly makes a mix...
Every session, every time: 7 audio engineers reveal their go-to techniques
Mixing and mastering can sometimes feel like navigating uncharted waters, where every project presents its own unique set of challenges. But in talking to...
10 ways to fix a bad mix
Every engineer knows the frustration of a mix that just isn’t working. It's a special kind of frustration when you've tweaked every knob and...
