Does anyone in this forum do much work in terms of stem based mastering? Just looking for insight in terms of individual experiences and some pros and cons that have been realized as a result of that experience.

Any recommendations? I have the Waves L3 multimaximizer. Should I just use the eq function in that (is it as good as their linear eq?) OR should I use an eq from another manufacturer altogether? I also want something better than the WavesL10 or rennaisance eq.
THANKS for any recommendations.

I record, mix, and master in Sonar through a MOTU 828. But something weird happens during mixdown...When I'm done mastering and I export the final audio from Sonar, there is a volume discrepancy. What I mean is, when I mix down through my MOTU 828, the final product is MUCH quieter than when I mix down through my crappy SB Audigy Soundblaster card that came with my computer.

hey big boys, how do you order your toys in an average session ?
I know there is no general rule, but do you place your eq first,> then compressor> compressor, etc.
What is your favourite gear, and how is it chained ?

Hello, I'm very new to mastering and using Wavesand was just wondering what other engineers are using out of the Wavesbundles for Mastering purposes. L2, Linear Phaser? Any help, settings, or hints would be great. Thank you in advance! -matt

hi,
what about sharing our experience about amstering vst plugins ?

i worked with Yamaha Final Master and Vocal Master
it's great absoulutly for Mono tracks & specially for Vocals !
it's So Warm and easy to use !

Hey all, i have been murking around on this site for about 2 months, just trying to read and catch up on everything. What a resource, I feel blessed to have the knowledge, of some of the MEs here, and the more expeirnced Engineers.

Which Manley comp,is good for: 1.Electric guitar 2.acoustic guitar 3. Vocals?
I know its a braud question,but Ive been doing a lot of home-work on compressing.
When& for what does FET,EL-OP,Vactrol comps come into use when mastering?

hi folks, sorry if this has been discussed to death, as i'm sure it has. just looking for some quick and informed opinions. .

been looking at Alan Douches at West West Side, i know he comes highly regarded. any thoughts on Treelady? I've used Sterling After Hours, they were great, but I'm looking to get in @ 600-$1000.

Hi!

I mostly record and mix, but in a small budget projects I sometimes do the mastering also. For now I've been using only plugins for that application, but I'm planning to get outboard eq and maybe a great compressor for mastering purposes.

So, all you masteringmasters, what eq and comp should I get?

FYI, almost all my projects are in rock/pop -genre.