Resonant frequencies: what they are and how to fix them
You’ve probably been deep into a mix, and found something bugging you. Maybe the vocal sounds boxy, the snare rings in an oddly metallic way, or the room...
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.
Bob Macciochi: The art, workflow, and business of mastering
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with one of my favorite mastering engineers, Bob Macciochi, also known as Macc. His work is all over the...
The secret sauce: crafting the audio of The Bear with the Emmy-winning sound team
The chaotic yet captivating sonic landscape of The Bear is as much a character as the chefs themselves. From the clatter of pans to the rapid-fire...
What is mid/side processing?
Mid/side processing seems to be everywhere these days. The vast majority of Ozone modules support it, and and Native Instruments brand Brainworx...
Beyond send effects: How to 'paint' effects directly into your mix with iZotope FXEQ
FXEQ isn’t just a mixing tool – it’s something that lets you reimagine how to interact with your favorite effects. It blurs the boundary between...
Introducing iZotope FXEQ: The EQ that paints effects
Unlock a world of color in your sound with FXEQ . This newest addition to the Catalyst series is a multi-effect plugin that easily adds drive, dimension,...
Exploring Catalyst series plugins from iZotope
Aurora, Plasma, Cascadia, Velvet, and now FXEQ are small, streamlined plugins that differ from the channel-strip layouts of Ozone, Neutron, and Nectar. These...
Essential tips for listening to your mix on different playback systems
If you’re reading this, chances are good you’ve been there: the mix sounds stellar in your studio – deep, wide, punchy. The bass rattles your room just...
Ultimate guide to podcast production
Let’s start with planning. Having a set intention is integral to fashioning a successful podcast. Clean up background noise, echo, mouth clicks, and uneven...
What is the difference between mixing and mastering?
If you're not a mixing or mastering engineer, you probably have questions about how the two processes differ. The technical talk and knowledge of...
How to EQ bass to sit well in the mix
When people say the bass is the foundation of your mix, they’re not exaggerating. Getting the bass to sit right is what separates a good mix from a...
Mixing vocals: 8 steps to a pro vocal sound
When learning how to mix music, getting vocals to sound professional can be one of the trickiest skills to master—but, it doesn’t have to be....
