#100: Celebrating the 100th Episode: Setting Up a Powerhouse Audio Mastering Template
08/08/23 • 12 min
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If you are looking for audio mastering tips on creating a mastering template, free mastering plugins, and what makes a killer mastering workflow? Then check out EP 100 of the Inside The Mix podcast.
Hey there, it's your host Marc Matthews, and guess what? We're celebrating our 100th episode of Inside the Mix podcast - what a milestone! To honor this grand occasion, I'm unboxing the secrets behind setting up a killer mastering session and crafting a powerhouse mastering template that'll work with any Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Imagine having your very own ready-to-go mastering template for all your future music projects - sounds exciting, right?
Gear up as I guide you through my workflow process, from setting up the master processor to blending that perfect parallel compression. I'll also be sharing some of my favorite free master plugins to enhance your music like never before. Finally, we'll delve into the magic of compare and reference channels, and how they can add that extra zing to your music by contrasting the master to the original mix and a reference track. Plus, let's not forget those well-deserved shout-outs to our amazing producer kick starters, the inspiring guests, the dedicated subscribers, and our lively Facebook community group. Let's turn the knob and master the art of mixing!
✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸Download the 5 Essential Free Mastering Plugins guide and immediately take your music mastering to lofty new heights. Download for free at: https://www.synthmusicmastering.com/free
Book your FREE 20 Minute Discovery Call
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If you are looking for audio mastering tips on creating a mastering template, free mastering plugins, and what makes a killer mastering workflow? Then check out EP 100 of the Inside The Mix podcast.
Hey there, it's your host Marc Matthews, and guess what? We're celebrating our 100th episode of Inside the Mix podcast - what a milestone! To honor this grand occasion, I'm unboxing the secrets behind setting up a killer mastering session and crafting a powerhouse mastering template that'll work with any Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Imagine having your very own ready-to-go mastering template for all your future music projects - sounds exciting, right?
Gear up as I guide you through my workflow process, from setting up the master processor to blending that perfect parallel compression. I'll also be sharing some of my favorite free master plugins to enhance your music like never before. Finally, we'll delve into the magic of compare and reference channels, and how they can add that extra zing to your music by contrasting the master to the original mix and a reference track. Plus, let's not forget those well-deserved shout-outs to our amazing producer kick starters, the inspiring guests, the dedicated subscribers, and our lively Facebook community group. Let's turn the knob and master the art of mixing!
✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸Download the 5 Essential Free Mastering Plugins guide and immediately take your music mastering to lofty new heights. Download for free at: https://www.synthmusicmastering.com/free
Book your FREE 20 Minute Discovery Call
Follow Marc Matthews' Socials:
Instagram | YouTube | Synth Music Mastering
Thanks for listening!!
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#99: Exploring the Secrets of Loudness Units Full Scale (LUFS) in Music Mixing and Mastering
If you are looking for audio mastering and mixing tips on topics like what is a good LUFS level, what is the meaning of loudness, and how can I make my mix louder? Then check out EP 99 of the Inside The Mix podcast.
Unleash your understanding of sound science as we unlock the secrets of Loudness Units Full Scale or LUFS in this compelling episode. Imagine yourself conquering the art of mixing and mastering with a clear grasp of LUFS and how it influences the perception of loudness. Our host, Marc Matthews, a wizard in the realm of music engineering, takes you on a journey into the world of frequencies, explaining how low-end energy contributes to a louder master. We're not just talking about it; we're showing it! Get ready for a live demo of a track, giving you a real-time reflection of LUFS values.
What if you could master your sensitivity and perception of loudness across different frequencies? Today, we'll unravel the answers to this question as we delve into the mysteries of metering and LUFS values within a mix. Marc emphasizes that the golden rule is simple: if it sounds good, it is good. Get a sneak peek at his favorite metering tool and his top recommendations for mastering plugins as he guides you on this fascinating exploration of audio perception. Whether you're a budding music engineer or an established audio magician, this episode will amplify your understanding of sound. Tune in and turn up the volume on your music production skills!
✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸Download the 5 Essential Free Mastering Plugins guide and immediately take your music mastering to lofty new heights. Download for free at: https://www.synthmusicmastering.com/free
Book your FREE 20 Minute Discovery Call
Follow Marc Matthews' Socials:
Instagram | YouTube | Synth Music Mastering
Thanks for listening!!
Next Episode
#101: Mastering Audio Metrics: Decode True Peak & Short-Term LUFS Like a Pro!
If you are looking for audio mastering tips on what are LUFS and true peak, short-term LUFS in audio mastering, and what should my true peak be. Then check out EP 101 of the Inside The Mix podcast.
Ready to level up your music mastering skills? Promise you, this episode is a platinum mine. We're revealing the secrets of setting up a stellar mastering template and pinpointing True Peak levels and short-term Loudness Unites Full Scale (LUFS) levels like a pro. We're also showing you how to seamlessly mark these levels in Reaper using the RX Audio Editor, a technique I owe to the brilliant minds at Panorama Mixing and Mastering and Nick Di Lorenzo. If you've been on a treasure hunt for a free application or plugin similar to RX Audio Editor, you're not alone. Let's ponder the possibilities together.
Mastering that killer track is about to get easier for you. We're putting a spotlight on the importance of creating markers for both the True Peak level and Max Short-Term LUFS level. We'll explain why a three-second lead-in time to the Max Short Term LUFS value is crucial and how to mark your track at the three-second point like a boss. But we're not stopping there. We're sharing my top five free mastering plugins, which you can find at synthmusicmastering.com or through the link in our episode description. Get ready to transform those peaks with the RX Audio Editor and create music that's next level.
✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸✸Download the 5 Essential Free Mastering Plugins guide and immediately take your music mastering to lofty new heights. Download for free at: https://www.synthmusicmastering.com/free
Book your FREE 20 Minute Discovery Call
Follow Marc Matthews' Socials:
Instagram | YouTube | Synth Music Mastering
Thanks for listening!!
Music Production Podcast for DIY Music Producers and Artists | Inside The Mix - #100: Celebrating the 100th Episode: Setting Up a Powerhouse Audio Mastering Template
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Hey , inside the Mix podcast fans . It's Mike and Naveena here . Follow me on the Master your Mix podcast or learn more at masteryourmixcom . Now you're listening to the Inside the Mix podcast and here's your host , mark Matthews . Hello and welcome to the Inside the Mix podcast . I'm Mark Matthews , your host , musician , producer and mix and mastering engineer . You've come to the
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