iZotope has announced the release of Tonal Balance Control 3, the latest evolution of its popular referencing and metering plugin. Designed for both seasoned engineers and emerging producers, the new version introduces a streamlined way to compare your mixes against professional tracks and make informed adjustments with confidence.

At the heart of Tonal Balance Control 3 is a new audio capture workflow that allows users to reference virtually any song. Whether the source is Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, or a local file, you can now analyze and match the tonal characteristics of the music you admire, directly inside your production environment.

The result is a more intuitive mixing and mastering process, with clear visual feedback and deeper integration across iZotope’s ecosystem.

Key Features

Reference any song
Capture tonal targets from streaming platforms or local audio using the standalone desktop app, then apply them to your mix in real time.
Expanded target library
Browse a wide selection of genre-based targets built from hundreds of professional tracks, with options to search and save favorites.
Ozone and Neutron integration
Send captured targets directly into Ozone’s Master Assistant or Neutron’s Mix Assistant, or connect with their EQ modules for precise adjustments.
Desktop app and plugin workflow
Use the desktop app to capture references, then monitor and refine your mix within your DAW using the plugin.
New metering tools
Analyze vocal balance, dynamics, stereo width, and low-end crest factor with dedicated meters that provide actionable insight.
Built-in hybrid EQ
Make quick tonal changes directly within the plugin using an integrated EQ with dynamic control.
Seamless upgrade path
Import existing targets from Tonal Balance Control 2 in just a few clicks.

Tonal Balance Control 3 arrives alongside iZotope’s Mix and Master Spotlight promotion, offering discounts of up to 30 percent on flagship products such as Ozone 12 and Music Production Suite 8. The promotion runs through April 15 and is aimed at helping producers achieve polished, release-ready results.

For many users, referencing has always been a critical but sometimes clunky part of the workflow. With this release, iZotope brings that process into a more unified and accessible space, making it easier to trust your ears while backing decisions with solid visual data.