This worked its magic on some tracks, helping to give a more even sound, but on others it changed the balance too much, so we decided to revert to IRC III. It does this by dynamically analysing the loudest frequencies that are most likely to cause distortion and reduces them before they hit the processor.

Speaking of which, the new IRC IV features Modern, Classic and Transient modes and is capable of squeezing even more volume out of your tracks. Like all of the Vintage modules, it helps expand Ozone’s sonic palette and provides a warmer, more saturated alternative to the more clinical Maximizer algorithms. The new Vintage Limiter offers Analog, Tube and Modern settings, and is based on a Fairchild 660/670.

Although it might not match the authentic tube smoothness of the UAD version, the Pultec-inspired Vintage EQ module is a phenomenal tonal shaping tool, and having a graph to show the unique filter shapes, plus the ability to run in M/S and L/R modes, makes it one of the most flexible Pultec clones. The Vintage Compressor has a feedback design that’s inspired by several classic compressors, with a slightly more distorted sound and an excellent, flexible sidechain with three filters. Winter Warmers There are plenty of new algorithms, but how do they sound? The Vintage Tape is based on a Struder A810, with controls for input drive, bias, speed, harmonics, low and high emphasis, and it can be used to add satisfying crunch. Most modules have the option of running in M/S mode, and there’s a comprehensive set of global and module presets. The GUI retains its crisp, modern finish, which allows you to easily drag and rearrange the order of the modules. The Advanced version adds Vintage Tape, Vintage EQ and Vintage Dynamics modules, plus an mp3 codec preview feature and like previous editions, also comes with separate plug-in versions of each processor, plus iZotope’s metering suite, Insight. Vintage Chic Whether you opt for the standard or Advanced versions, you’ll get the usual crop of excellent processors, including EQ, Dynamics, Imager, Exciter and Maximizer modules, available as either plug-ins or standalone software.Īdditions to the standard version include the Dynamic EQ module from Ozone 6 Advanced, the new Vintage Limiter module, a new IRC IV Maximizer algorithm and MP3/AAC export.

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