Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago
iZotope RX has been the industry gold standard for audio restoration for years — but in 2025, the game is crowded with fast, AI-powered tools like Waves Clarity VX and Accentize dxRevive Pro.
So... is RX still worth it?
In this deep-dive, we’ll explore where RX 11 still dominates, especially when precision, transparency, and control are key. We'll also cover how new AI tools compare, and show real-world examples of where RX is still king.
Chapters:
00:00 — Intro
00:52 — The Rise of AI Tools
01:32 — RX as a Surgical Tool
02:18 — Spectral Editing
02:51 — Repair Assistant
03:39 — Real-World Use Cases
06:14 — What the Pros Say
06:42 — Conclusion
Articles:
B&H Hands-On Review: Does Waves Clarity VX Beat iZotope RX?
🔗 bhphotovideo.com/explora/pro-audio/hands-on-review/does-waves-clarity-vx-beat-izotope-rx
Sound on Sound – Review: Accentize dxRevive Pro
🔗 soundonsound.com/reviews/accentize-dxrevive-pro
Production Expert – RX 11 Review: Deep Dive From Post Expert
🔗 production-expert.com/production-expert-1/izotope-rx-11-review-deep-dive-from-post-expert
iZotope Official Product Page: RX
🔗 izotope.com/en/products/rx.html
izotope.com/en/learn/matt-mccorkle-rx-for-sound-design.html
daviddumaisaudio.com/how-i-recorded-and-designed-wet-footsteps
izotope.com/en/learn/sound-design-in-rx-7-processing-selections-independently.html?srsltid=AfmBOooYUJxtFAtF9RwnQhs58G7wkP-kPxnYAFtB6ScC89SqcEDxmp2T
#izotope #RX11 #audioediting #postproduction #wavesclarity #dxrevive #sounddesign #audiorestoration #CactuzzSound
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iZotope RX has been the industry gold standard for audio restoration for years — but in 2025, the game is crowded with fast, AI-powered tools like Waves Clarity VX and Accentize dxRevive Pro.
So... is RX still worth it?
In this deep-dive, we’ll explore where RX 11 still dominates, especially when precision, transparency, and control are key. We'll also cover how new AI tools compare, and show real-world examples of where RX is still king.
Chapters:
00:00 — Intro
00:52 — The Rise of AI Tools
01:32 — RX as a Surgical Tool
02:18 — Spectral Editing
02:51 — Repair Assistant
03:39 — Real-World Use Cases
06:14 — What the Pros Say
06:42 — Conclusion
Articles:
B&H Hands-On Review: Does Waves Clarity VX Beat iZotope RX?
🔗 bhphotovideo.com/explora/pro-audio/hands-on-review/does-waves-clarity-vx-beat-izotope-rx
Sound on Sound – Review: Accentize dxRevive Pro
🔗 soundonsound.com/reviews/accentize-dxrevive-pro
Production Expert – RX 11 Review: Deep Dive From Post Expert
🔗 production-expert.com/production-expert-1/izotope-rx-11-review-deep-dive-from-post-expert
iZotope Official Product Page: RX
🔗 izotope.com/en/products/rx.html
izotope.com/en/learn/matt-mccorkle-rx-for-sound-design.html
daviddumaisaudio.com/how-i-recorded-and-designed-wet-footsteps
izotope.com/en/learn/sound-design-in-rx-7-processing-selections-independently.html?srsltid=AfmBOooYUJxtFAtF9RwnQhs58G7wkP-kPxnYAFtB6ScC89SqcEDxmp2T
#izotope #RX11 #audioediting #postproduction #wavesclarity #dxrevive #sounddesign #audiorestoration #CactuzzSound
Buy me a coffee:
ko-fi.com/cactuzzsound
Discord server:
discord.gg/yDQEvVyZha
Be sure to subscribe and like this video!
Leave a comment and visit:
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Do not hesitate to contact me at:
hello@cactuzzsound.com
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Check my Facebook and Instagram accounts:
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