What Is an Ideal Mastering Signal Chain?

Nov 17, 2021

Learn how to build an ideal mastering signal chain, what processors to include, and what order to use them in for optimal results.

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Headroom: How to Set Your Levels in Mixing and Mastering

Nov 10, 2021

Learn what headroom is, why it's important in both mixing and mastering, and how it ties in to the related concept of crest factor.

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What Is Metering in Mixing and Mastering?

Nov 04, 2021

What is metering in the mixing and mastering process? We examine metering tools as they relate to levels, frequency content, stereo spread, and dynamic range.

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The Best Gifts for Musicians in 2021

Nov 03, 2021

Browse the best gifts for musicians in 2021 to find the perfect gift for the musician in your life including home recording equipment, music production software, and more.

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How to Master a Song from Start to Finish with Ozone

Nov 01, 2021

Learn how to take a track from first to final master with the intelligent tools available in Ozone 9—Master Rebalance, Low End Focus, and more.

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Principles of Equalization: How to EQ Your Mix

Oct 25, 2021

Learn about what EQ is, how equalization impacts the sound of your tracks, and discover the different types of EQs used in audio production.

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Mastering Pros: How Loud Should My Master Be?

Oct 22, 2021

Make your masters loud through a healthy combination of critical listening and an understanding of the key factors that directly influence loudness in mastering.

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Multiband Compression Basics

Sep 16, 2021

In this piece, we cover the basics of multiband compression. Learn when to reach for a multiband compressor along with how to set it up for mixing or mastering.

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How to Use Dynamic EQ in Mastering

Sep 14, 2021

Learn when to use dynamic EQ rather than multiband compression in audio mastering, and what can go wrong when you take it too far.

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