Stem Mastering
Send your mix as grouped stems, drums, bass, music and vocals at minimum, and I'll master with finer control over the balance before the final polish. Group by whatever makes sense for the track, four groups minimum up to seven or eight for finer control.
Got a single finished mix rather than stems? 2-Track Mastering is the simpler option. Still need to mix the track first? Start with Mixing & Mastering.
More control, when a straight master isn't enough.
Useful when the mix is close but one section needs a nudge, the vocal needs to sit fractionally louder, the low end needs taming, that a single stereo file can't fix on its own. Group your stems in sensible categories: Drums, Bass, Music and Vocals is a solid four-group minimum, or go finer with up to seven or eight groups, Drums, Bass, Percussion, Guitars, Keys, Lead Vocals and Backing Vocals.
From grouped stems to a finished master.
Common questions.
What file format should my stems be in?
WAV files, 24-bit where possible, at your session's original sample rate, all starting from the same bar one so everything lines up automatically when I import them.
How should I group my stems?
Group by function rather than by individual track. At a minimum, aim for four groups: Drums, Bass, Music (everything that isn't drums, bass or vocals, guitars, keys, synths, etc.) and Vocals. If the session's more built out, you can go finer, up to seven or eight groups: Drums, Bass, Percussion, Guitars, Keys, Lead Vocals and Backing Vocals. If you're not sure, send over what you have and I'll let you know if anything needs regrouping.
How long does a mix or master take?
Turnaround is usually a few days from when I receive everything, and I'll confirm a date with you when we book your session.
Are revisions included?
Yes, a round of revisions is included with every mix and master, so we can fine tune anything that's not quite right before it's finished.
Let's get your track mastered.
Book a free 15 minute call to talk through your project, or head straight to booking if you know what you need.