The Master Assistant analyzes an audio file for several properties including tonal balance, low-end compression and overall loudness. Ozone 8 standalone (top) and plug-in (bottom) appearance.

This method also gives you access to all the Ozone features (except the file loading/saving) including the new Master Assistant. But you can also load the full Ozone plug-in and load the modules into it. When using as plug-ins in your DAW, each Ozone module (except the Post EQ, which is identical to the Equalizer module) runs as an individual plug-in. From there you can add shaped fade-ins and outs, as well as add up to six individual mastering modules per audio file, including 3rd-party plug-ins. When running as an app, you can load multiple audio files directly into the Ozone interface. There is a variety of contemporary digital modules to choose from, as well as vintage modules that provide faithful recreations of analog hardware devices. (This review covers the Advanced level, but you can make a full feature comparison here.) You can run Ozone 8 either as a standalone app or as plug-ins in any modern audio editor or DAW. With the release of version 8, new and current users will find compelling reasons to update.ĭepending on your budget and needs, there are three levels of Ozone to choose from: Elements, Standard, and Advanced. Watch: Ozone 8 video course Design ConceptĪs a longtime Ozone user, I'm always eager for a new iteration.

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