

Thus, the effective range of Ozone’s EQ is 14dB in total.

In Ozone 8’s EQ, each band can only be boosted at a max of 6dB, and cut at a max of -8dB. If you find yourself in this situation, the best thing to do is to speak to the mix engineer (if you have access to him or her) and talk about the frequency spectrum to see if the problem can be addressed in the mix before mastering begins. Remember that mastering is all about subtle touches that eventually add up to a polished, professional sound. The general rule here is that if you have to cut or boost a frequency band over 3dB, it means there’s most likely a problem with the mix. iZotope Ozone 8 Standard has two mastering-grade equalizers both with excellent functionality and sonic capabilities.īefore we dig deeper into iZotope’s EQs, here are two power-user tips for you to keep in mind: EQs are used to balance out the frequency spectrum of a mix, fix harsh tones, and make things sound clearer and more detailed. In mastering, a really good EQ can do wonders. Ozone 9 Advanced, the latest version of iZotope’s mastering suite, offers even more powerful features - check out the guide here. If you missed a tutorial, click on the topics below to catch up: This blog post is part of a series on Mastering with Ozone 8 Standard.
