In this video Mike outlines why applications like iZotope RX 4 are needed in an increasing noisy world with examples of the kinds of problems iZotope RX can be used for. He also covers the different formats RX 4 comes in, RX 4 or RX 4 Advanced; plug-in or Stand Alone. In other words, there are some tools in RX which are very useful in non–musical applications, yet have less immediate use in music production. IZotope themselves sort the modules according to function, into Restoration, Production and Utility groups. Three: The Magic Number. Late in 2013, iZotope released version 3 of RX. RX 4 Advanced is the result of iZotope's collaboration with working professionals to identify new ways of improving workflows. They've translated these insights into technologies that address common needs and reflect the way people naturally want to work.
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, Sept. 11, 2014 – iZotope, Inc., a leading audio technology company, has released the next generation of its industry-standard audio repair toolkit, RX. iZotope's award-winning software transforms flawed audio into pristine, usable material by removing noises, distortions, reverb, and other common audio problems. RX 4 and RX 4 Advanced incorporate significant new workflow-optimizing functionality, leaving more time for creativity in audio and video editing. For anyone in audio post production, broadcast, dialogue editing and mixing, independent filmmaking, or music production, RX 4 can make poorly recorded audio intelligible and ready for primetime.
RX 4 Advanced is the result of iZotope's collaboration with working professionals to identify new ways of improving workflows. They've translated these insights into technologies that address common needs and reflect the way people naturally want to work. New features in RX 4 move beyond audio repair—letting professionals enhance their audio.
'Audio quality is a significant concern for media workflows worldwide, spanning professionals in film and TV post production to music mixing and mastering,' says Rob D'Amico, Senior Product Manager for iZotope. 'iZotope has developed an audio solution that is equally valuable in the music recording studio, post production suite, on the film set, or in your home editing setup.'
Izotope Rx 4 Full Mega
RX 4 enables users to significantly speed up their workflow through the addition of new intelligent modules, time-saving features, and deeper levels of integration with their host.
Significant new features in RX 4 include:
- Clip Gain: Easily adjust and balance the volume of vocals and instruments with this new non-destructive editing feature.
- Dialogue Denoiser: Reduce distracting background noise from dialogue and vocals in real time (now a standard feature with both RX 4 and RX 4 Advanced).
- RX Connect: Streamline the editing process with a round-trip workflow compatible with industry-standard hosts.
For audio professionals in post production, music production, and mastering, RX 4 Advanced boasts additional time-saving features.
- Leveler: Automatically balance the volume of a mix, freeing more time for creative mix decisions.
- Ambience Match: Match the environment noise or room tone of two different audio recordings with ease
- EQ Match: Ensure a consistent-sounding mix by matching multiple recordings with varying sonic profiles.
- Loudness: Process whole program mixes or segments to comply with international industry standards and network-specific guidelines.
RX in Amsterdam
IBC attendees will be able to get their first glimpse of RX 4 at Avid Connect Europe, or catch its public debut on stage at the CPUG Amsterdam SuperMeet. RX 4 will also be available for viewing at the Avid Booth (Hall 7 | Stand J20) throughout IBC.
Pricing and availability
Izotope Rx Post Production Suite 4
RX 4 and RX 4 Advanced are available now.
Through September 25, 2014, RX 4 will be available for $299 (Reg. $349/ €285) MSRP and RX 4 Advanced for $999 (Reg. $1199 / €919) MSRP.
Users of previous RX versions can log in to their iZotope accounts at www.izotope.com/en/account/ for upgrade information and special upgrade pricing.
Customers who purchase RX 3 or RX 3 Advanced after July 1, 2014 will receive a free upgrade upon release.
Compatibility
Both RX 4 and RX 4 Advanced can be used as a standalone audio editor or as a plug-in. Supported plug-in formats include 64-bit AAX (Pro Tools 11), RTAS/AudioSuite (Pro Tools 7.4-10), VST, VST 3, and Audio Unit.
This is a digital download. Your registration code and instructions will be emailed to you within 30 mins or less during normal business hours. There are NO returns on this product, please be sure you have checked your system compatibility before you make your purchase.
RX Post Production Suite sees a major upgrade in version 4. With powerful new dialogue, mixing, and reverb tools, you’ll be ready for any post production job.
RX has been the industry leader in audio repair for years, and Post Production Suite 4 only adds to its legacy. The revolutionary new Dialogue Match, mixing powerhouse Neutron 3 Advanced, and multichannel Stratus 3D and Symphony 3D reverbs join RX 7 Advanced, Insight 2, and RX Loudness Control to bring you the most comprehensive post production software package on the market.
RX 7 Advanced
The industry-standard for audio repair
Designed specifically for the demanding needs of post production professionals, RX 7 Advanced continues to be the industry-standard audio repair tool used on movies and TV shows to restore damaged, noisy audio to pristine condition. Get full control over your audio whether you’re repairing noisy dialogue with Dialogue Isolate, reshaping the performance of a line with Dialogue Contour, removing reverb on dialogue recordings with Dialogue De-reverb, or rebalancing music stems with Music Rebalance—all with multichannel support up to Dolby Atmos 7.1.2.
Dialogue Match
Match sonic profiles for dialogue and ADR
The makers of RX bring you the next indispensable tool for post production. Keep your audience in the moment with seamlessly congruent dialogue recordings. Dialogue Match is a Pro Tools AudioSuite plug-in that analyzes dialogue recordings to extract a sonic profile containing reverb, EQ, and ambience data. It can then apply the profile to any other dialogue track to give your scene audio fast and easy environmental consistency.
Neutron 3 Advanced
The modern way to mix
Achieve a clear, well-balanced mix with Neutron’s innovative mixing and analysis tools. Control every aspect of your music, from the visual soundstage of your tracks to the tonal balance of your mix—all with iZotope’s award-winning digital signal processing. Work faster than ever with better performance, new interactive visualizations, and Mix Assistant, which automatically sets levels across your session.
Insight 2
Intelligent metering for music and post
With its completely customizable interface, Insight 2 gives valuable and comprehensive perspective on any aspect of your mix, from loudness, intelligibility, spectral balance, and more. Whether you’re measuring loudness for broadcast compliance, ensuring clear dialogue for film, or managing a complex 7.1.2 Dolby Atmos session, Insight 2 is the tool for the job.
Stratus 3D
Natural surround reverb for post production
Create immersive surround environments with unrivaled clarity using Stratus 3D. With up to 24-channel support, over 1,700 surround presets, and intelligent multichannel reverb controls, Stratus 3D gives you just the right amount of depth and dimension.
Symphony 3D
Character reverb for music production
The lush, colorful reverb engine of Symphony gets a 24-channel upgrade in Symphony 3D. Symphony 3D delivers a rich, character-filled reverb tone for any post production project in immersive multichannel formats.
RX Loudness Control
Global loudness correction
Deliver high-quality broadcast audio that conforms to global loudness specifications, all via an intuitive, easy-to-use interface. RX Loudness Control works faster than real-time to ensure your audio mixes are delivered within the appropriate loudness standards. Efficiently analyze and render your mix to comply with any of the global loudness standards, then instantly create a .CSV loudness report.
Pro Sound Effects
Character reverb for music production
RX Post Production Suite 4 includes The Odyssey Collection: Design Elements library from Pro Sound Effects with 250 royalty-free elements for sound design. Each download comes with a single user, perpetual, royalty-free, commercial license for use in an unlimited number of productions.
Groove3 Video Training
Get a 1-year, all-access pass to online video tutorials from Groove3. Tailored for beginners and professionals alike, Groove3 offers valuable in-depth education on RX. You can also enhance your understanding of Pro Tools, Logic, and other leading audio software.
Mac/PC Standalone, AAX Native, AAX AudioSuite, DPM AudioSuite, RTAS, VST 2, VST 3, AU