This is somewhat related to the previous thread on dynamic range, but with a twist.

I was just marvelling (not) over the amazing loudness difference between some older re-mastered analog Decca recordings (fairly hot), a Dorian release of early music (VERY hot-- turned it down at least 12dB for comfort), and some tasty things from EMI and Nimbus.

Hey Guys,

This is my first post on this forum as I was introduced to it by a member over at the DUC.

Ok, so I'm not sure exactly what kind of magic can be worked in the mastering phase but.I was wondering, can a great mastering house like West West Side Music make a so-so sounding recording sound more proffesional.

Hi,

I am recording at home with Cubase SX3, & RME fireface, and want to prepare properly before sending my final mixes to get Mastered.

If any of you pros can provide a basic checklist, that would be great! I am new to recording so I have to start somewhere.

Hi guys. I read a while back about you guys using two compressors when mastering. A "colored" comp to add some flavor to the mix and then a Clean compressor to level everything out. Im just curiouse which compressors do you consider right for this type of jobs. Mention some brands and in what category would they fall ?

-Mastering mainly heavy rock music.
-forget about budget

Hi;

Recently recorded a punk / metal album. The album has the feel of an old-school punk band but also has a real metal type sound with big guitar and tight drums. It's mainly me on instruments, with special guests

I am fairly new into recording. I understand many of the different concepts involved with regards to EQ, panning, compression and everything else. But I still need to take my mixes to the next level.

A guy is about to mix and master my CD and I want a contract to make sure everything goes smoothly. Does anyone have any mixing and mastering contracts?

I will be needing some mastering done on several albums very soon, this seems like a place that has many people who really know what they're talking about and doing. My only question is does anyone here have a lot of experience mastering hip hop & r&b music, and if so a couple questions for you. How much do u charge, how do u preffer the songs when they come to u?

I cut dubplates on a semi-professional level and was wondering what hardware piece (digital or analog) might do me best for quick simple de-essing of troublesome music. This would be used alongside my high frequency limiters specific to cutting.