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BOY SODA won the ARIA Award for Best R&B/Soul Release. It’s an incredible achievement and a huge step forward for the R&B and soul scene here in Australia. I’m genuinely humbled to have been part of the process on the mastering side. Watching an artist’s vision come together and knowing you helped shape the final stage of the sound is something I never take for granted.

When you finish mixing your track, it’s like baking a cake. You’ve got all the ingredients right, but it still needs that final glaze to make it shine. That’s where mastering steps in. It’s the secret sauce that transforms your music from good to unforgettable. Today, I want to share how online mastering techniques can unlock a world of benefits for your music, no matter where you are or what gear you have. Why Online Mastering Techniques Are a Game-Changer Mastering used to

When you finish mixing a track, it’s like baking a cake. You’ve got all the ingredients right, but the final glaze and decoration make it irresistible. That’s where mastering steps in. It’s the secret sauce that transforms your music from good to unforgettable. Today, mastering has gone digital, and online audio mastering is reshaping how artists and labels polish their sound. Let me take you through why this shift is a game-changer and how you can harness it to make your mus

You’ve finished your mix — the vocals sit nicely, the drums hit hard, and the vibe feels right. But before you send it off for mastering, there’s one more crucial step: preparing your mix properly . How you export and deliver your track has a direct impact on the final master. Think of it like sending your song to a mechanic. If the engine is missing a few bolts, even the best mechanic can only do so much. This guide will give you a step-by-step checklist for preparing your

🎛️ What is Mixing? Mixing is the process of blending all the individual elements of your track — vocals, drums, guitars, synths, bass, and effects — into one cohesive stereo file. A mixing engineer will: Balance volume levels between instruments and vocals. Shape the tone with EQ (equalisation). Control dynamics with compression. Add depth with reverb, delay, and effects. Pan instruments across the stereo field. Automate changes to create movement and impact. Think of mixing