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CD mastering
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A mastering session includes:

  • Transfer of source media to mastering workstation
  • Detailed analysis of the material provided
  • Removal of unwanted noise, clicks or hiss if required
  • Enhance the tonal balance and dynamics of the music for maximum sound quality in all listening environments
  • Editing and sequencing of the tracks (fades/cross-fades, song order)
  • Create a sonically balanced flow of the CD as a whole
  • Bit and sample rate conversion if required
  • Dithering and noise shaping
  • Reference CD-R for approvel by artist or label
  • Encode ISRC, UPC/EAN information (if applicable)
  • CD text encoding (if applicable)
  • 2 CD-Masters for CD production, red book-compatible CD-R with PQ coding and CD verification sheet

prices

An hourly rate of AUS$66 incl.GST applies.
Please contact us for project prices.
At the end of a mastering session you receive

  • 2 CD-masters for CD production incl. detailed cue sheet
  • 1 reference CD
  • all your data and files on a data DVD as storage backup
(please note that AoA can not take any responsibility for the secure longterm storage of your source and backup data files.)

consultation

Dependent on project length and requirements.
Contact us for details.

Updated January 2007. All prices in AUS$ including 10% GST. All mastering prices listed include AustraliaPost domestic first-class shipping. Priority express and international shipping is billed at client expense.