Professional Mastering Studios

Preparation

Submitting Your Mastering Project

You must supply a mixed down, stereo master in one of the formats below. We recommend a hi-resolution format such as WAV or AIFF files at 24-bit/44.1K be submitted in order to achieve the best results from the mastering process. If a hi-resolution version of your audio master is not available, see below for a list of other acceptable formats.

Formats we accept for audio mastering

We can accept your master on one of the following formats:

– Data Files (wav, aiff, SDII, FLAC, etc.) via Upload, flash drive or, or CD-R, DVD-R.

*Compressed file formats such as MP3, AAC, or WMA files are not acceptable as a source for mastering.

*It is recommended that processes such a limiting and maximizing, etc. not be applied on the stereo buss during mixdown. A master that arrives already compressed and or limited greatly reduces the ability of the engineer to deliver the best sounding master possible.

Masters with excessive level, clipping or audible distortion may also prevent us from mastering your project to its fullest potential. Leaving 3-4 dbs of headroom during mixdown is a good rule to follow to avoid clipping and distortion on your master.

If any of the above issues are found on your submitted master we may request that you correct the issue and submit a new master before we proceed.