mastering??!!

[cabbage]

hey there,

could anyone please tell me what the basic elements of 'mastering' are. and what are the purposes of each??!!
thanks,
C.

 

[Massive Master]

Mastering (technically, "premastering") is the final tweak session and construction of the final version of a recording or set of recordings.

Also known as "the part where everything gets way too loud."

If you read some stuff at the www.massivemastering.com site, you'll probably get an idea.

 

[noisedude]

Some of these will be helpful: http://www.theprojectstudiohandbook.com/articles9.htm

 

[masteringhouse]

hey there,

could anyone please tell me what the basic elements of 'mastering' are. and what are the purposes of each??!!
thanks,
C.

The mastering process includes the following:

• Overall equalization for clarity and consistency

• Making volume levels consistent and competitve, without being over-bearing

• Editing of content

• Provide proper spacing and fades

• Noise removal

• Sequencing of the songs or audio material

• Creating any materials needed for replication or distribution (e.g. PQ lists, final master, etc.)

• Helps to ensure that the audio will "translate" well between different playback systems

• Engineer provides an objective "ear"