"It just feels better!"
That's probably the compliment I get the most - "It just feels better!" And that makes me happy. After all, great mastering is not really about volume or heavy bass or crispy highs. A great master is about the feeling you get when you listen to it. A great master makes you want to turn up the volume and listen over and over again!
So many of my new customers come back saying the same thing: "I've tried several different mastering services. Some were a bit louder. Some were a little brighter. Some had a slightly fatter low-end. But, after listening for a while, your master just felt better."
So many of my new customers come back saying the same thing: "I've tried several different mastering services. Some were a bit louder. Some were a little brighter. Some had a slightly fatter low-end. But, after listening for a while, your master just felt better."
Mastering requires listening
The most important thing I can do for your music is to listening to your entire song - with my human ears (not just analysis equipment). Great mastering is much more than EQ and compression - and definitely way more than forcing your music to a predetermined "genre" curve. It is about making a real connection to your song and enhancing its emotional impact.
I don't use shortcuts, presets or computer algorithms to determine your sound. I'll let your music tell my ears what to do.
I don't use shortcuts, presets or computer algorithms to determine your sound. I'll let your music tell my ears what to do.
Simple pricing
$65.00 USD per song. This price includes up to 1 hour of analog mastering time and up to three revisions to make sure your master is perfect.
I do offer discounts for album projects, just ask!
I do offer discounts for album projects, just ask!
Try for free
Upload your first track and hear what I can do - for FREE.* I'll send you a 1-2 minute sample of your mastered song for you to evaluate. (24bit .wav format).
If you love it, I'll send out an invoice so you can purchase the complete track.
If you don't love it, let me know and I'll be happy to make any necessary changes. (Three revisions are included with your sample to make sure I get the sound you want.)
*One track. New customers only, please.
If you love it, I'll send out an invoice so you can purchase the complete track.
If you don't love it, let me know and I'll be happy to make any necessary changes. (Three revisions are included with your sample to make sure I get the sound you want.)
*One track. New customers only, please.
Artists come first
Your ideas, input and feedback are welcome and important. Feedback, communication and respect - that's what makes a successful collaboration. It is the difference between your song sounding just "good enough" and sounding really amazing.
I don't care if you are a producer planning a major release, a band selling vinyl at shows, or a bedroom musician uploading your first single to YouTube - I promise to give you the individual attention you deserve.
Feel free to contact me anytime to talk about your mastering project.
I don't care if you are a producer planning a major release, a band selling vinyl at shows, or a bedroom musician uploading your first single to YouTube - I promise to give you the individual attention you deserve.
Feel free to contact me anytime to talk about your mastering project.
Great sound - guaranteed
Simple: If you are not completely satisfied, you pay nothing.
Quick turnaround
Most individual tracks are mastered within 48 hours (M-F).
If you need expedited service, let me know. I will do my best to accommodate your deadline.
If you need expedited service, let me know. I will do my best to accommodate your deadline.
I'm here to help
Technical advice is always free. Before I master your music, I will double-check your original mixes -- and give you a detailed analysis of any problems and suggestions for fixing them. No charge.
Re-mix protection
If you need to remix a song to fix a problem, I will happily master your track again at no additional charge.
Universal Compatibility
I guarantee your music will sound great on CD and all major download and streaming platforms like YouTube, Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Amazon Music, Tidal, etc.
Vinyl
Mastering for vinyl can be less forgiving compared to mastering for a digital release. I have dedicated M/S stereo equipment and analysis/restoration tools to ensure the best possible cut.
I am happy to work with you, your lathe engineer and vinyl manufacturer to ensure your record sounds fantastic.
(This services is an additional $5.00 USD/track.)
I am happy to work with you, your lathe engineer and vinyl manufacturer to ensure your record sounds fantastic.
(This services is an additional $5.00 USD/track.)
CD mastering, redbook standard coding, DDP
Yes, I master for physical CDs and can submit your Red Book-compliant masters directly to your manufacturer in industry-standard DDP format (including all relevant UPC and ISRC codes). If you plan to burn CDs at home, I can also provide a CUE/BIN file that is compatible with most CD-burning software.
(This services is an additional $5.00 USD/track.)
(This services is an additional $5.00 USD/track.)