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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What Are LUFS? The Complete Guide

Discover the importance of LUFS (loudness units full scale) in the mixing and mastering process and how you can use them to create music that meets the delivery specifications of major streaming and TV platforms.
February 8, 2023
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What Is Dithering in Audio?

In this piece you’ll learn what dithering is, why you need to dither, how it improves dynamic range, and why dithering isn’t masking anything.
January 11, 2023
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What Is the Haas Effect and How to Use It

The Haas effect can give your mix a perceived increase in level and a sense of spaciousness. Learn more about what the Haas effect is and how to use it in your productions, as well as why you might not want to.
November 17, 2022
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