Grey Matter Sounds

The Mastering Process

1. Programming

We discuss and clarify your needs and preferences.

2. Audio Repair

We fix any technical issues or glitches in the audio files, such as noise or clicks.

3. Tonal shaping

Corrective and creative tonal shaping for clarity and translatability.

4. Image correction

Stereo and mid/side adjustments for clarity and translatability,

5. Other enhancements

Any other creative or corrective processing which might benefit your music, including harmonic enhancement, low-frequency adjustments, and/or further spectral shaping.

6. Dynamic processing and loudness control

Dynamic transformation to maximize the impact of the music, with focus on clarity, transparency, and commercial context.

7. Delivery medium optimization

Optimization of the files for the desired delivery medium. We can produce different masters suitable for streaming services, digital download, social media, CD (including DDP files), and vinyl.

8. Delivery and revisions

We deliver the files and carry out any necessary modifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at mastering@grey.ms if you cannot find an answer to your question.

What are your rates for mastering?

Mastering rates start at 35€ per track (<5min.), and we offer discounts for full albums.

How long does it take to master a single/album?

Normally just a couple of days, but feel free to get in touch!

Do you offer stem mastering?

Yes.

I have some recordings of classical music that need editing and mastering.

Send us an email! Editing and audio restoration are common parts of the process of mastering classical recordings.

Could you deliver sonically different masters for different delivery media?

Yes, though we don't generally recommend this, except in some special cases (e.g., if mastering for vinyl or music to be played at clubs).

Could we receive a sample master before payment?

Yes, we can send a 30-second sample of the final product for approval before payment.

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