Aurora by iZotope intelligent reverb plugin interface

Aurora: Intelligent Reverb Plugin by iZotope

Rated 4.8/5 on Plugin Boutique (59 ratings)

Aurora is an intelligent reverb plugin from iZotope that reacts to incoming audio to carve space out of the reverb signal. It offers six reverb types, on-board filters and over 60 presets, and runs as VST3, AU and AAX on Windows and macOS.

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01Overview

Aurora is built around a simple problem: reverb can blur a mix. Instead of relying on long routing chains and manual EQ, Aurora adjusts its own output in response to the audio passing through it. iZotope positions it as a single tool for adding three-dimensional space to instruments and vocals while keeping them clear. The plugin includes six reverb types, adjustable pre-delay, decay, width and tone controls, and a dedicated unmasking section.

Best for

Vocal reverb
Drum room ambience
Mix clarity
Ambient washes
Plate reverb
Creative sound design

Developer: iZotope
Category: Reverbs
Store: Plugin Boutique

02Key features

What you get

Adaptive unmasking that reacts to incoming audio
Adjustable unmasking amount, attack, release and sensitivity
Six reverb types
Pre-delay, decay, width and tone controls
High-pass and low-pass filters on the board
Over 60 presets for rooms, plates, washes and creative sounds
Exponential Audio reverb algorithms
VST3, AU and AAX formats, 64-bit only

03In depth

Adaptive unmasking and reverb character

Aurora's unmasking section reacts to incoming audio and removes space from the reverb signal where it would compete with the source. You can set the amount of unmasking, attack and release reaction times, and unmasking sensitivity, so the effect can be tuned to the material instead of applied uniformly.

The main reverb controls cover the amount of reverb, pre-delay and decay times, width and general tone. High-pass and low-pass filters on the board let you shape the reverb sound within the mix. iZotope credits its Exponential Audio reverb algorithms for the core sound, and the developer describes the result as lush and three-dimensional.

Presets and starting points

Aurora includes more than 60 presets covering common reverb needs, including tight drum rooms, expansive ambient washes, realistic plates and creative sound palettes. The presets give a starting point for a sound, which can then be adjusted with the unmasking and filter controls.

04Specs

Will it run?

Formats, systems and requirements as listed by Plugin Boutique. Missing details are left out, not guessed.

Developer	iZotope
Type	Plugin
Category	Reverb
Formats	VST3, VST2, AU, AAX
Operating systems	Windows, macOS
Architecture	64-bit

05FAQ

Questions, answered

What formats does Aurora support?

Aurora runs as AAX, AU and VST3 plugins. All plugins are 64-bit only, and the VST2 format is no longer supported.

Which operating systems are supported?

Aurora supports Windows 10 (22H2) and Windows 11 (23H2), and macOS Ventura (13.6.9) and macOS Sonoma (14.6.1). Mac versions run on Intel or Apple silicon, natively and through Rosetta.

What do I need to use Aurora?

Aurora runs as a plugin inside a compatible host. The listed hosts include Logic Pro 11, Pro Tools 2024, Ableton Live 12, Cubase 13, Nuendo 13, Studio One 6, REAPER 7, FL Studio 21, Reason 12.5, Maschine 2 and Cakewalk by Bandlab.