These EQ curves may be genre standards (based on the analysis of thousands of popular songs across various genres/styles), or they may be custom EQ curves based on selected tracks that have been chosen as mastering references specifically for the session. Tonal Balance Control allows you to make mastering (or mixing) decisions in the context of a “reference target.” By reference target, we’re referring to EQ target curves. What is Tonal Balance Control and why should I add it to my mastering chain?
We also discuss several scenarios where Tonal Balance Control can instantly level up your mastering workflow. With iZotope’s Tonal Balance Control plug-in, you are now further equipped with a unique analysis tool that serves as a conduit between you and this end-goal of a well-balanced sound-one that’s well suited to its respective genre.īelow we’ll be dissecting the features of Tonal Balance Control that make its unique functionalities possible. A well-balanced sound depends on a multitude of factors ( recording setup, mixing, production choices, etc.), but studies have shown a consistent trend in tonal characteristics that depend on the musical style or genre.Īt the mastering stage, we’re well acquainted with powerful metering tools that allow us to monitor for loudness standards, stereo imaging, and the like.
Decades of music consumption can prove this otherwise. How do you define a master with a well-balanced sound? This notion of capturing the “right” tonal balance for your masters might seem like a daunting task-a constant chase of an endlessly moving target.īut there’s hope.
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