iZotope Ozone 12 is a professional mastering suite developed by iZotope by Native Instruments. The product is designed for macOS and Windows, supports all major plugin formats (AAX, AU, VST3), and runs natively on both Intel processors and Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3 chips. Ozone 12 brings together 20 professional tools for the complete mastering workflow, combining time-tested analog algorithms with cutting-edge digital technology and artificial intelligence.

The standout feature of Ozone is its intelligent Master Assistant, which analyzes your track, suggests optimal settings, and lets you create a high-quality starting point for further refinement in seconds. Users can select a genre profile, upload a reference track, set a target loudness level in LUFS, and flexibly adjust the intensity of processing. At the same time, full manual control over every module is preserved, making Ozone suitable for both beginners and experienced engineers.

Version 12 introduces three new modules. Bass Control delivers precise low-end management, enhancing clarity and translation of bass across any playback system. Stem EQ allows you to adjust the equalization of individual stems—vocals, bass, drums—without needing to split the mix. Unlimiter is an innovative tool for restoring over-compressed audio, minimizing artifacts and bringing back dynamics without sacrificing loudness. The IRC 5 Maximizer limiting algorithm has also been upgraded, delivering maximum transparency and loudness even under aggressive processing.

Ozone is used by recording engineers, producers, and independent musicians worldwide. It comes highly recommended by professionals such as GRAMMY winner Dubfire, engineer Craig Bauer, and producer Noah "40" Shebib, who emphasizes that Ozone has made professional-grade mastering accessible to artists at any level. The plugin helps create release-ready tracks that sound balanced and loud across all platforms—from streaming services to club sound systems.

The product is available in three editions: Elements, featuring six core modules for beginners; Standard, with fourteen intelligent tools for advanced users; and Advanced, offering the full suite of twenty professional modules. Ozone 12 Advanced is also included in the comprehensive Music Production Suite 8, which bundles over 100 plugins for recording, mixing, mastering, and audio repair. Registered users are eligible for upgrade discounts.

Ozone 12 is compatible with most popular DAWs, including Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, FL Studio, and more. The package includes not only essential processing modules—equalizer, compressor, imager, limiters, exciter, harmonics generator—but also supportive tools like Tonal Balance Control for visual frequency analysis, Codec Preview for checking how your master will sound after MP3 or AAC compression, plus comprehensive documentation and video tutorials.

To get started, iZotope offers a 10-day free trial of Ozone 12 Advanced with full access to all features, as well as a free EQ module included in the Komplete Start bundle. Ozone 12 is more than just a collection of plugins—it's a complete mastering solution that saves time, preserves your creative vision, and delivers professional-quality sound on any playback device.