Why do I need mastering?

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What is Mastering?
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So what is Mastering ? Put simply, it is the
art of equalising, balancing and enhancing
recorded music to attain the most pleasing
listening experience possible. Have you ever
wondered why some recordings sound noticeably
better than others on your home or car stereo
system?
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As expected
As expected, the actual recording and mixing
process has a major role in determining the
sound. However, mastering is the process after
mix down that can also make a significant
difference.
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Its important to understand that the need for
mastering is no reflection on the calibre of the
mix, it is a separate and critical step in the
production chain, applied to all standard of
mixes. Its all about presenting the mix to the
listener in the best possible light.
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Why do I need mastering?
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Well heres just one classic example of why
Mastering is so crucial to your music.
Well heres just one classic example of why
Mastering is so crucial to your music. Lets just
say the artist is in the studio and is hearing
the mix just the way they like it. Clear, bright,
full of excitement, but when they leave the
studio, the mix sounds dull and lifeless in their
home stereo.
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What happens to my recording at the mastering
stage?
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Equalisation (or tonal adjustment), is the most
important process at the mastering stage.A
mastering suite should be set up so as the
monitoring and acoustics produce a very accurate
and unbiased listening environment. In this
manner, the engineer can clearly identify which
frequencies need adjusting. The final result of
equalisation should produce a more detailed,
engaging and balanced sounding mix.
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Balancing levels between tracks
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on an album is crucial in establishing a
consistent feel to a recording. Another related
issue is the average, or overall volume. Careful
use of compression can assist in raising the
average level of a recording, without
detrimentally taking away from its dynamics,
energy and musicality.
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Get a free mastering quote.
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Just call or email
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hours, please call as our spam filters can
sometimes work overtime.
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If youre visiting us, our studio address is
77 Newman Street Thornbury, Melbourne Victoria,
Australia 3071
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