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August 4, 2025 by iZotope Team

Introducing iZotope FXEQ: The EQ that paints effects

Discover FXEQ, the multi-effect plugin that lets you easily add drive, dimension, and texture to your sound by applying powerful creative effects through an innovative EQ workflow – all without complex routing.

Unlock a world of color in your sound with  FXEQ-logo-circle.png FXEQ . This newest addition to the Catalyst series is a multi-effect plugin that easily adds drive, dimension, and texture in specific frequencies by applying 5 powerful creative effects through the intuitive workflow of an EQ – all without any complex routing, buses, or sends.

With FXEQ, you have a powerful tool to sculpt audio with unique weight, life, and character, avoiding multiple plugins and complex routing. It's lightweight and intuitive for non-engineers while also built for pro-level speed and control.

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Jump to these key features:

  • Innovative workflow: Paint your mix with tone and texture using a six-band EQ for each effect.
  • Saturate & lo-fi: Add punch, character, and grit with eight saturation modes and four unique lo-fi textures.
  • Modulation, reverb, delay: Bring your sounds to life with a variety of effects to create layered character, space, and dimension.
  • Pro presets and more: Find your starting point fast with over 50 presets and avoid clipping with the zero-latency Limiter.

Beyond traditional multi-effects

FXEQ redefines how you interact with audio effects. Instead of simply applying effects, you can “paint” your mix with distinct tones and textures using each module's integrated six-band EQ. Fine-tune your sound further with four diverse filter shapes and an adjustable Q, offering an entirely fresh approach to sound shaping.

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Advanced EQ bands in FXEQ

Add punch and character to your tracks

Add impactful character and grit to your audio with FXEQ's eight saturation modes and four unique lo-fi textures. Whether you're aiming for a subtle warmth, aggressive distortion, vintage aesthetics, or bit-crushed mayhem, FXEQ provides the tools. It's ideal for adding weight to basses and drums, or imparting an analog feel to keyboards and vocals.

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Lo-fi module in FXEQ

Infuse depth and excitement into your mix

Bring your sounds to life with the versatile Modulation module, offering lush Chorus, swirling Flanger, psychedelic Phaser, and rich Doubler effects. Create expansive soundscapes with the Reverb module, and introduce rhythmic complexity with the Delay. FXEQ provides everything necessary to create washed-out synths, add dimension to guitars, and craft evocative atmospheric vocals.

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Modulation module in FXEQ

Flexible options for every mixing style

Quickly jumpstart your creative process with over 50 professional presets, easily customizable to your preferences, or discover new sounds with the random preset picker. Ensure a clean output with the zero-latency Limiter and prevent unwanted clipping. For use as a send effect, simply activate the "FX Only" mode to isolate the effect signal and allow for precise adjustments.

Start coloring your sound with ease

With iZotope FXEQ, infusing creative flair exactly where you need it has never been easier. Whether you're a producer shaping sonic character, an engineer needing precise control and time-saving workflows, or a sound designer crafting unique textures, FXEQ provides the powerful tools and intuitive workflow you need. Say goodbye to complex routing, buses, and sends – and say hello to brilliant sound without the struggle.

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