What stereo mastering does
EQ, compression, stereo imaging and limiting, tuned by ear, so your track holds up on club systems, car speakers, earbuds and streaming alike.
It's the last check before release: tonal balance, loudness and consistency across every track on the project, delivered with proper metadata.
When stereo mastering is the right choice
When your mix is finished and you're happy with the balance. Most singles, EPs and albums are mastered from the stereo mix.
If one part of the mix needs real surgery (a vocal that won't sit, a bass that fights the kick), stem mastering gives more control.
What to send
Send a 16, 24 or 32-bit WAV or AIFF, ideally at the sample rate of your original session. Leave around -3 to -6 dB of headroom, and turn off any limiting on the master bus.
Turnaround and revisions
Most projects are delivered within 2 to 3 business days, with rush options if you're on a deadline. Each track includes 2 rounds of revisions within 7 days of your first master.
Questions
What's the difference between mixing and mastering?
Mixing balances the individual tracks in a song, like vocals, drums and synths. Mastering is the final polish on the stereo file, for clarity, loudness and consistency across every playback system and platform.
Do I need mastering if my mix already sounds good?
Yes. Even great mixes benefit from mastering. It adds professional loudness and tonal balance and makes sure the track meets the standards for streaming, vinyl and digital platforms.
