Preparing Your Mix for Mastering

Effective preparation of your mix is crucial for the best mastering results. Here’s what you need to do:

Headroom and Levels

Keep your mix's peak levels around -6dB / -3db. This headroom is vital to prevent clipping and allows for adjustments during mastering.

Bypass Master Bus Processing

Remove any compression, EQ, or limiting from the master bus. This gives the mastering engineer more flexibility to enhance your mix.

File Format and Resolution

Export your mix in a high-resolution format like WAV or AIFF, preferably at a 24-bit depth. Maintain the same sample rate used during recording.

Include Notes and References

Provide any specific notes or reference tracks that can help guide the mastering process towards your desired sound.

Check for Unwanted Noises

Listen for and remove any unintended noises, clicks, or pops in your mix before sending it in.

Clear Track Labeling

Label each track clearly with the song title and any version or take number. This ensures clarity and efficiency during mastering.

To start the mastering process, upload your prepared mix using our secure form, available here.