#Audio Mastering

[musicproductiononline]

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[cyril-meysson]

audio mastering: Why digital?

When I started mastering, I chose to work with digital tools and still work that way today. There are a number of reasons for that choice, which I'll gladly explain here in more detail since some artists, bands or labels are often curious about it.

Experimentation and DIY

The artists/bands I work with almost exclusively come from a DIY ethos. As such, they almost always lie on the unconventional side of things: unusual music genres, aesthetic choices, recording techniques, recording spaces, mixing tools, ... There's no doubt that a band recording in state-of-the-art facilities in a well-established genre will benefit from the subtle colour and depth that analog gear can impart to a master, as it's often the missing piece that will turn a collection of songs into an album -one of the main purposes of mastering to me. But for a DIY production, what prevents that cohesiveness is usually too much colour [1]. With that starting point, I have then to identify what constitutes the core of the work in order to present it in the best possible manner, and digital tools are almost always the best candidates for that kind of surgical work.

The needs of the music

'Classic' mastering gear will always include, at minimum, an equalizer and a compressor. But what happens when you're working with music that doesn't inherently need to be dynamically compressed? Whether it's harsh noise, drone or any other kind of music where transients (or percussive sounds, if you prefer) do not need to be tamed in any way. I know the obvious answer would be not to use a compressor even if you have one... but why have one at all, if you almost never need it? And as far as equalizers are concerned, it's worth remembering that the first parametric EQs tried to offer the most linear behaviour possible (i.e. with the least distortion) [2]. In this case, what could be better than well-coded digital implementations?

DSP and linearity

Digital processing tools have made an incredible leap forward in terms of reliability, quality and fidelity in the last decades. While linear processing (gain, EQ, ...) has always been -by nature- in favour of digital, some non-linear processors from teams like Tokyo Dawn Labs or Tone Projects (to name a few) could even outperform their analog counterparts. Others simply could not exist in analog form. And because these tools are digital in nature, one don't need to rely on any magic to improve anything, but on the technical capabilities of the operator and their ability to identify the aesthetic goals of the artists.

A/D & D/A conversion

Speaking of digital and analog, it is worth mentioning that any conversion from one to the other is far from being effectless. In fact, even state-of-the-art converters will exhibit audible effects when using a simple interconnect cable in their loops. It is true that any operator's tasteful processing choices will have a much more profound effect than this, but remembering that my main obstacle is too much colour, it makes sense for me to avoid this altogether.

Prices

It's no secret that quality gear comes at a price, which is reflected on the final service charge. Analog mastering has one (fully justified from higher retail and maintenance costs, amongst other things) because it requires a high level of technical excellence. And with many processors, that level of excellence can be achieved for much less with digital implementations. To keep mastering affordable for anyone, from any background, I chose to stay in that realm.

Personal preferences

While I sure love to tweak knobs, see LEDs glow and needles move, I know myself well enough to choose what best suits to my working habits and preferences. As an artist, I would be frustrated if I couldn't easily ask for enough listening time or potential revisions on a mastering job. Others like to work with their clients in the same room to avoid revisions and artists changing their minds at the last minute. Thus, it's important to choose a workflow that matches the way you like to do things, and the way you'd like things to go if you were the client yourself.

End results

There's no doubt that the "analog vs. digital" debate still stirs up some controversy and radical opinions in the audio community. Of course, the fact many people still engage in it shows that some things need to be clarified a bit. Linearity, data encoding, bit depth and many others concepts are still difficult to grasp and therefore generate many misconceptions. Having said that, it is sometimes useful to step back of our own perception and admit that the way we work always have less influence than the first note or the first sound recorded. In the end, it's just a matter of choosing the type of tools and workflow that suits us best.

Although this article is far from complete, I hope it will give anyone interested in this issue enough insight. Happy listening!

[1] Be it analog or digital distortions, frequencies build-ups, resonances, gear oddities, … [2] Meaning of system linearity in audio production

[soulasylum12]

Audio Mastering Basics | Soul Asylum Studios

Audio Mastering engineer will also typically organize the tracks into a final sequence, place the appropriate amount of space between the tracks, remove unwanted noises, add track markers and other codes required for replication, and remove unwanted noises.

[trashpandaqc]

out last month: the soundtrack to short film Break Break by multi-instrumentalist Eve Essex. I did the mastering for this, totally recommend for those who are into dark neoclassical & electroacoustic zones

[adamharkus]

The Art of Audio Mixing: Techniques and Tips for the Aspiring Musician 

Audio mixing is a nuanced, technical, and artistic process involving collecting raw tracks and transforming them into a cohesive and polished final product. This is where artistry intersects with technical expertise. For upcoming musicians and producers, mastering this art is essential to ensure their music achieves the desired emotional impact and clarity. This post will explore key techniques…

[distinctmastering]

Learn how to make tech house music in Ableton Live like the pro's. In this Ableton 11 tech house tutorial video I share a full tech house track breakdown that showcases a track by my alias. I show you everything in the session track by track and discuss the story behind this Freshcobar and Lavelle Dupree remix of Drums of the Sun's track "My Prayer." I get in depth on how I created the tech house bass line and percussion as well as how I chopped and flipped up the vocal sample from the original version.

[ariyan24]

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[deadrituals]

Get a song mastered by me!

Hey, in addition to making music as Dead Rituals, I am actually an audio engineer with a focus on mastering. I can assist you with quality work at musician-friendly rates, so if you need any mastering help for your next project, hit me up!

[kursedaudio]

"Merthyr Rising" by Iselder

Many thanks to Gofid of Iselder/Marwolaeth Records for letting me loose on this unreleased track!

Lyrics dealing with ugly episodes from Welsh history. Music in the vein of Darkthrone/Venom/Hellhammer.

[wavmonopoly]

A Guide To Mastering For Those Without Audio Mastering Expertise The final step in the audio production process is mastering. This method of mixing is a great way to enhance the sound of the track and take it to a new level. At first, audio mastering may seem intimidating. Even so, once you learn a few essential tricks and techniques, you will quickly become an expert. In your Recording Studio, you are able to create high-quality music. If you are interested in becoming a mastering engineer, we will discuss various tips for mastering. If you would like to learn more about our services, please visit https://wavmonopoly.com/services/

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LOOK AT THEM!

[incorrectquotesconaisseur]

simm master really is that girl. he put his crush in a dog tent for a year. he killed bill gates. he hates abba but loves waterloo. he watches the teletubbies. he threw the doctor into the heart of a sun. he wears eyeliner. he wanted an orgy with all his past selves. he shoved a diamond down the president's throat. he dyed his own hair with bleach. he likes jelly babies. he's suicidal. he fucked a random business man in a public toilet and ate him after. he's misogynistic and transitioned into a woman. he's gay and homophobic. truly no one does it like him, peak character design

[soulasylum12]

Audio Mastering Basics | Soul Asylum Studios

Mastering, a form of audio post production, mixing is another name for mastering. This entails boosting the track’s overall volume level and average and peak volume levels, as well as using equalization and compression to provide a volume level consistent with other recordings.

[trashpandaqc]

a few favs that I've mastered for friends. commissions open!