Here, we’ve compiled answers to the most common questions about the mastering process and services we offer. Whether you’re new to mastering or have worked with us before, this section is designed to provide clarity and guide you through every step of your audio mastering journey. If you have any further questions, feel free to reach out directly – we’re here to assist you!

Stereo Mastering Rates 

R850 per track for 1 track.
R750 per track for 2-4 tracks.
R700 per track for 5-10 tracks.
R600 per track for 11+ tracks

Immersive Mastering Rates

R950 per track for 1 track.
R850 per track for 2-4 tracks.
R800 per track for 5-10 tracks.
R700 per track for 11+ tracks

Our rate includes all edits, a few stems if needed, unlimited revisions and Apple Digital Masters so their are never any “extra charges”

Extra Services:

• Immersive Mixing – Starting at R1500 – R2500 per track.
• Mastering from unlimited separates or stems – R1500 per track. 
• Stereo Mixing – R2500 per track.

Bulk Discounts:

Reduced rates available for Labels and Mixing Engineers. Please contact us here

• Stereo Mastering
• Stem Mastering
• Apple Digital Masters
• Atmos Mastering
• Atmos Mixing

It averages from 2 to 3 days for a single to 10 to 14 days for an album depending on studio workflow. If you have something urgent please WhatsApp and we can arrange a faster turnaround or contact our studio manager at studio@desgreymastering.co.za

• Resolution 32 Bit floating point (24 Bit TDIF or triangular dithered minimum)
• Sample rate Native sample rate you have been recording and mixing in.
• Headroom Just make the mix sound great :). Thoughtful master bus processing is always welcome.
• Plug-ins Please export the mix with all important sound processors.
• Fades Do not fade out the file yourself 
• Vinyl Please send me the catalog number and pressing plant contact details.
• Stems Please export each stem with all processing including anything on the master bus that was mixed through. Files should all be the same length and labeled appropriately.  

• Please avoid sending mix files that have been “pre-mastered,” overly processed, or excessively loud due to digital enhancements. We understand that certain plug-ins applied to the master fader/bus may be crucial for the overall sound, but if you’re solely  increasing loudness, it’s best to remove these effects before submitting the final mix files for mastering.

• FILE UPLOAD

As standard, we deliver multiple formats to ensure you have a proper archival of your project.

• Mp3 – @320kpbs
• 44-16 Folder – 44.1kHz, 16-bit tracks for CD reference 
• 44-24 Folder – 44.1kHz, 24-bit for Digital Download sites where digital upload at 96kHz aren’t accepted 
• 48-24 Folder – 48kHz, 24bit. If you are using the songs with video or YouTube, use these
• 96-24  Folder – 24-bit Hi-Res Mastered files for all streaming sites where possible.
• ADM – Apple Digital Masters 

We keep a copy of the final approved files in multiple formats indefinitely so if you happen to need access to your master folder again please give us a shout.

Absolutely!  The rough master or a reference from an artist that your love is the perfect way for us to get on the same page with regard to your vision for your music. 

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