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Let me start by saying I’ve learned how to use Protools and the Ozone plug-in on a need-to-know basis. Both the software and plug-in are very powerful tools, which has a vast variety of functions, used to create high quality music. I don’t have time to learn all those functions. I take what I need as I go, and learn tricks on the fly. With that said, this is how I use Protools and Ozone to master my music. In this tutorial I’m using Window XP, Protools 8 and Ozone 4.

Step 1 – Record Your Music
I assume you know how to do this and it is already done. If you haven’t recorded anything, stop reading this now and go record something. I’ll wait for you before I continue

Step 2 – Add a Master Track
Now that you have recorded all of your tracks, add a master track to your mix. To do this go to Track > New . The New Track dialogue box will appear. Create 1 Stereo Master Fade track, as seen below.

Step 3 – Mix down
The master fader is a summation of all your other tracks. It is what you hear when all your unmuted tracks are played at once. In the example below the master fader track is labeled “Master 1″ on far right side of my mix. For your mix, you want to make sure that the monitor doesn’t peak (red). It goes from green, yellow (as seen below), orange and red (peak). If your mix is peaking on your master fader, adjust the volume or effects on your other tracks to make sure it doesn’t peak throughout the entire song.

Step 4 – Add Ozone
On your master fader, click right below the label “Inserts A-E” at the top. The inserts menu will appear. Now mouse over multichannel plug-in > EQ > iZotope Ozone 4. Click on “iZotope Ozone 4″ and the Ozone plug-in window will appear. In the Presets list box scroll down and find the preset that would be best for your mix. You can experiment with a variety of presets. I use the “Hip Hop Master – Brighter and Bassier” preset. Once you’ve made your selection, click “OK” on the lower right side of the window and you’re done. Listen to your mix and see how much better it sounds

Step 5 – Customize Presets (Optional)
You can customize the preset so that it’s a better fit for your mix. I find the presets fine the way they are so I don’t mess with this much.

If you like this tutorial and think I should do more please leave a comment. Also, leave a comment if you have any tips to add to this. Thanks