MASTERING PROCESS
the ROOM
Developed and constructed
by Alphakustik, this listening room
sounds just right.
Everything fits, even the deepest basses
are audible without any disturbance
at the listening position, everything
sounds mercilessly honest.
Stereo and depth images are wonderfully
holographic, the musicians between the
loudspeakers are real to the touch.
Quality factors like these are
among the most important things
in the mastering studio.
Nothing is left to chance here.
Even the permanently filtered power
from the UPS system is consistently
distributed to the equipment via
shielded cables. Even such small,
often unnoticed things are being thought
of in order to unlock the
full sound potential of the recordings.
the EQUIPMENT
Tools are important, but not the most
important. An experienced engineer
and an uncompromising working en-
vironment are essential for handling
very high quality equipment.
After all, it all comes down to the handling.
Monitoring:
- Alphakustik Phantom IV Monitors
- Hypex Ncore 4xMono Amplifiers
- Crookwood Mastering-Console M3i11
A/D - D/A Converter:
- Forssell MADA-2a
- Forssell MDAC-2
- Lynx Aurora 16
Equalizer Analog:
- SPL PQ 120V (mod.)
- Hendyamps Michelangelo custom made
- Cranesong IBIS
- Great River MAQ-2NV
- ADT Audio TM238e custom-made Dyn-EQ x2
- Lipinski L-619 (Sontec clone) x2
Compressor Analog:
- KNIF Audio Pure-Mu
- Prism Maselec MLA-4
- Prism Maselec MPL-2
- EL.SO. Dynax M
- Drawmer S3
- Dave Hills Titan (mod.) x2
- API 2500 (mod.)
- NTP 179-160 x2
Extras Analog:
- Vertigo Sound VSM-2 full (mod.)
- Thermionic Culture Vulture super15 Bal.
- SPL Twintube, Elysia Nvelope
- Dolby 740 Spectral Processor
- ADT Audio M/S-Paralell Matrix custom-made
Digital:
- Algorithmix Blue + Orange + Red
- Algorithmix LSplit-Comp + K-Stereo
- Samplitude
the ENGINEER
Mastering is a unique way of listening to
music. Until the ear is sufficiently specialized
to produce really good masters, it takes a
decade.
The task requires an absolutely objective
and critical hearing ability.
The view on the whole piece of music
and no longer on single elements (mix)
as well as the ability to continue a mix
are the most important characteristics
of a mastering engineer.
„The sound of the recording is always
evaluated freely and objectively.
Having an idea about the most suitable sound
of the music piece and implementing it
perfectly.“
Mike @ AlphaMastering
MASTER DOWNLOAD
- the simple way
The entry into the professional mastering process is uncomplicated and
can easily be done online. Simply upload the data to the server over a
secure connection and download the finished master a few days or
hours later via a downloadable link.
Thereafter, your mastered mix is ready to be released!
This nowadays common procedure of online processing alone is also
known as eMastering or Online Mastering.
Mastering Process:
1. Upload Mix and give information, visions or references
2. After the analyses of the mix, the mastering is started or you will
receive information with suggestions for improvement
3. Now, first-time customers will receive a free testmaster of a song
4. After you download the master, simply check and
compare it yourself in your usual listening environment
5. When the customer is completely satisfied, an invoice will be sent
Of course, it is also possible to attend the mastering session on site!
other services:
CD-Audio (DDP) Master for press plant (CD Text, ISRC, EAN-Code)
STEM Mastering - digital summing
STEM Mastering - analog summing (SPL Mixdream)
VINYL Mastering (LP, EP, Single)
Restoration of old recordings
Re-recording/transfers (digitisation) of various kinds
MIX UPLOAD
- a matter of trust
Since you have invested a lot of time and effort in recording and mixing,
you only want to give your data into trustworthy hands.
The mix must be understood and continued in an appropriate direction.
AlphaMastering has many years of experience in making neutral
assessments across various genres and raising the sound to the level of
reference. Confidential treatment and secure data handling are of
course guaranteed.
Final Mixdown export/bounce:
1. No effects in the master channel such as limiter, EQ, maximizer, etc.
2. Keep original sample rate from the start of recording (44.1 - 192kHz)
3. Exporting bit rate should be at least 24bit, better 32bit float
4. STEM-Mastering: the result of all stems must equal the mix
5. Re-check the mix/files before uploading!
5. Pack the mix/files as RAR or ZIP and upload them here
You can also upload (almost) finished mixes in advance to get
suggestions for changes before the mastering starts. After all, a better
mix will result in an even better master.
ALPHAMASTERING - Audio Mastering Studio
The place where the best is brought out of your recording !
PRICING
1
Track
€ 82,--
CD / Streaming-Master
STEM Master
+ 30% per Stem (group chan.)
2- 6
Tracks
€ 78,--
per Track
VINYL Master
+ 30%
7-11
Tracks
€ 74,--
per Track
EXTRA Version
+ 25% (Singles, Playback,…)
> 12
Tracks
€ 71,--
per Track
DDP Master
€ 80,-- per CD
Master standard format:
CD:
WAV 16bit/44.1kHz
Streaming : 24bit / 44.1kHz
- bis 192kHz Hi-Res
Alle prices in Euro inclusive 20% VAT
High Resolution Audio, MP3, AAC, MFiT, LUFS on request
Payable by bank transfer or PayPal
STUDIO FACTS
IMPRINT
AlphaMastering
Audioproduction
Langhalsen 6
4120 Altenfelden
Austria
+43 (0)660 / 2400 164
office@alphamastering.com
Member of the Economic Chamber
Upper Austria section:
Fv Film- und Musikwirtschaft
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