Mastering Fundamentals
In this chapter, we will learn about mastering. Mastering is the process taken to ensure our music is at a production-level quality and prepared for distribution. We’ll learn the theory behind mastering and generally applicable techniques you can use when mastering music. By the end of this chapter, you’ll understand how to master your music.
In this chapter, we’ll cover the following topics:
- What is mastering?
- Equalization in mastering
- Using multiband compressors
- What are saturators/harmonic exciters?
- Understanding limiters
- Understanding stereo imaging with vectorscopes
- Exporting audio for third-party mixing and mastering
