The Mastering Show #111 - Fix it in the master ?!

I hear this question all the time - would it be better to fix this in the mix, or in the master ?

It’s a fascinating question, and you may think you already know my answer - but it may not be that simple !

There are actually several things I think are better addressed in the master rather than the mixing stage, and in this episode I dig into exactly what they are, and why I say that.

Talking about things like:

What I never do on the mix busWhat I always do in the mix bussAnd why it could be risky not toDo mixes need to be perfect ?Choices that are best made at the mastering stageWhat you should never leave for mastering

The questions you should always ask if you’re thinking of fixing something in the master

Links and more episodes here:

www.themasteringshow.com/episode-110

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