iZotope Learn Author Ian Stewart

Ian Stewart

Ian Stewart is a mastering engineer and audio educator from the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts where he's operated Flotown Mastering since 2011. Ian received his B.S. in Music Engineering Technology from the University of Miami in 2007 and has been a passionate advocate for audio quality, and for fostering a better understanding of the topics surrounding it, ever since.

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Articles by Ian Stewart

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Mastering low end: essential processing tips and tools

Master the low end in your music with Ozone 12. Learn why bass is tricky, how to meter it, and how to use tools to balance punch, power, and weight.
Audio Mastering September 2, 2025
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How to master a song from start to finish with Ozone

Audio mastering is the final stage of the audio production process where you polish your track and prepare it for distribution. Learn how to master a song from start to finish using the latest version of Ozone, with steps that will set you up for success.
Audio Mastering September 2, 2025
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What is mid/side processing?

Discover what mid/side processing is and how to use it when mixing and mastering to create a full, wide mix that sounds more present and has a more sonically interesting texture.
Audio Mixing August 13, 2025
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