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Mar 25, 2024 39 min

#200 - Mastering: A Mixer's Perspective

from Secret Sonics Hosted by Ben Wallick and Carl Bahner

In this episode, mixing engineers Ben and Carl dive into the vital yet often misunderstood role of mastering in the music production process. Topics we discuss: The single biggest reason mastering can make or break your mix (it's not what you think) How to harness the power of objectivity to hear your mix with fresh ears The little-known trick for using mastering to diagnose and fix mix problems The surprising truth about what really matters when choosing a mastering engineer Why trying to "fix it in the mastering" is the fastest way to sabotage your mix Connect with us: Secret Sonics - https://www.instagram.com/secretsonics Ben - https://www.instagram.com/benwallickmusic/ Carl - https://www.instagram.com/carlbahner/ Thanks to our sponsors! Progressions with Travis Ference - https://www.progressionspodcast.com/listen Learn more: https://www.benwallick.com/ https://www.carlbahner.com/ 370 Social Media Ideas for Studio Pros - https://branding.carlbahner.com/free-social-media-prompts This episode with edited by Gavi Kutliroff - https://www.instagram.com/pleasant_peasant_music/

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