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What is MASTERING is:Mastering is the final stage of a musical production process, following the studio mix, and prepares the product for distribution across various media (CD, vinyl, digital distribution, DVD, cinema, broadcasting, streaming). During the mixing sessions, the full dynamic range of the studio is respected, but this is not always fully reproducible on average consumer or high-end audio systems.
The end listener expects a "record sound", which can only be achieved with professional mastering. This process ensures that different songs, recorded or mixed at different times and in different ways, sound consistent and balanced, avoiding issues like sudden volume jumps or frequency imbalances.
The added value of mastering at Mastering.it audio labs lies in our attention to each detail and our ability to tailor the product to the specific market needs. Our experience and results speak for us, with quality being our main reference.
The creative role of the mastering engineer is crucial: good mastering can transform a mediocre production into a high-quality piece, respecting artistic intentions while optimizing sound for any medium. Mastering also ensures compatibility with widely used playback devices.
In summary, the key variables of mastering are:
1 - Musical genre
2 - Release timing
3 - Geographical area of distribution (e.g., Italy, Europe, Japan, Worldwide)
4 - Medium of distribution (e.g., CD Audio, DVD, Vinyl, FLAC, iTunes, etc.)
5 - Artistic character of the work
What MASTERING is NOT:
A good mastering does not compromise the mix quality, does not alter the producer's vision, does not engage in the "loudness war", does not cause clipping, does not make instruments unrecognizable, and does not kill musical dynamics.
To listen to examples of our mastering work, visit (link).
For frequently asked questions about mastering, check out our Mastering FAQ.
Rates:
The cost of professional mastering at Mastering.it depends on the technical options required and the number of tracks. Detailed rates can be found in the attached file.
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