Mastering
Is mastering a black art best left to the professionals, or with the right technology, is it something that anyone can attempt?
Overview
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Introduction
- 3. The mastering studio, the mastering engineer and his tasks
- 4. Compiling
- 5. Dynamic processing: The compressor and other tools
- 6. Frequency processing: Equaliser and Filter
- 7. Multi band compressors
- 8. Dynamic Equalisers
- 9. M/S processing
- 10. Distortion, psychoacoustics and space
- 11. De-noising and other restoration tools
- 12. Up and down Mixes, Stem Mixing
- 13. Target medium
- 14. Visual aids
- 15. Requirements for hard- and software
- 16. Conclusion and current deals
1. Introduction
Welcome to our comprehensive online guide to mastering. Here, you can learn about what mastering is and what happens during the process.
Mastering is often perceived as a mystery or secret, but it essentially comprises similar elements as mixing. There are, however, some peculiarities, special techniques and opportunities. In this guide, we will explain what to watch out for when mastering, and which tools you will need.
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