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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How to get a loud mix while preserving dynamic range

Many people still crave a loud mix and master. In this tutorial, we'll dissect a song and learn how to mix for loudness while preserving dynamic range.
Audio Mixing January 31, 2024
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10 tips for mastering if you're not a mastering engineer

Curious how to master a song if you’re not a mastering engineer? Here are ten mastering tips to get a great master on your own, no matter your expertise.
Audio Mastering November 15, 2023
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What is an ideal mastering signal chain?

Learn how to build an ideal mastering signal chain, what processing effects to include, and what order to use them in for optimal results.
October 17, 2023
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