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 vocals: 5 techniques for a pro sound

Learn how to make vocals sound professional in mastering using tools like mid/side EQ and compression, along with the new vocal stem mastering tools in Ozone.
Audio Mastering September 7, 2023
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What Is Audio Normalization?

Audio normalization is the process of measuring an aspect of an audio file and adjusting it so that it matches a predefined target. Learn why audio normalization is used and how to normalize your audio for different playback scenarios.
May 23, 2023
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AI & Automated Mastering: What to Know

How does AI fit into mastering? Learn about the different types of mastering available today and how AI and machine learning in Ozone can be used in mastering while keeping you in control.
April 19, 2023
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