Right i've just finished mastering some tracks on my computer using soundforge. The process was 16 track -> computer -> normalise -> compression and limiting bringing the overall volume up to a steady 0.0 decibels. However on putting the files onto CD, it is noticebly quieter than other CDs.

Hi There,

I'm looking for a mastering company with lots of (old) analog gear, tube and opto stuff for the mastering of a 16 tracks CD.

i know there is probably no right or wrong answer. but when mastering a stereo track through hardware which is better from those of have the experience, eq then compress, or compress than eq?

i am experimenting on mastering to a 1/2" tape machine, and wanted to know my best hardware or software routing for a final dump down.

ryan

Quick question.
What peaves a mastering engineer when you receive a mix? What are the biggest problems you come across that really complicate your task?

Hi

I am new to DAW recording. I have the following gear and set up and am guilty of buying a bunch of stuff before i knew what all it was. I understand this will irritate some here but please know I have been reading the manuals, testing things out etc etc

Ok I have

MAC G5 1.8 dual, with 160 Gig HD and another 250 Gig WD internal on the way.

I have

i love collecting CDs since i was a teener :) ...Does it follow that CDs labeled as "remastered" was remixed then mastered again? or is it the same old mix just remastered?. i have so many CDs which are now out again with the "remastered" copy :( TIA

Hello All,

I'm a newbie to recording (about 2 years under my belt w/o any school), and I rely on a lot of reading, trial/error, and trying to use my ears the best I can. Now that I'm understanding the roots, and learning what it takes to record a decent tune, I'd like to start learning what mastering really is.

Finally got to get a good listen to my tune submitted to Joe for mastering.
GOOD LORD is that the same tune I recorded in my meager home studio? Sounds sweet & gigantic!
I really expected my limitations to hamper the overall outcome, but seriously folks it sounds awesome..
I'll be posting the before and after here this weekend
Thanks Joe..

Jeano

I see that mastering engineers are able to improve imaging on mixes. I was wondering what methods are used to accomplish this goal. If I had to guess, I imagine reclocking would be helpful- right? I suppose jitter would be the enemy of excellent imaging. Although, what is foreign to me is how mastering engineers are able to improve the imaging while only working with the 2 channel mix.