519 Results for "mastering"

Manley Dual Channel EQ Series: The Return of the Passive Tube EQs

The Manley Dual Channel EQ Series brings in two new versions of Manley's beloved Pultec-style passive tube EQs for mixing and mastering.

Mastering for DJs: 5 Apps to Give Your Mix That Sparkling Finish

Mastering for DJs shouldn’t be an afterthought. Here are five pieces of software to take your mix over the finish line.

Stem Mastering vs. Full Mix Mastering 2026: The Difference and What You Actually Need Right Now

Stem mastering vs. full mix mastering: what's the difference, when does it pay off, and what do you actually need for a professional-sounding track?

Gear That Makes Home Studios Look More Professional

We explore a range of gear that makes home studios look more professional. A selection of key items that can change your space with form and function.

Audio Plugins That Became Industry Standards by Accident

We look into the backstories of some of the unlikely heroes in your DAW: audio plugins that became industry standards unintentionally.

Loudness War 2026: Is This Still a Thing, and How Loud Does a Track Actually Need to Be for Streaming Right Now?

Loudness War 2026: Is this still a thing, and how loud should a track really be for streaming? LUFS targets, true peak, and real-world tips.

iZotope Acquired by Boris FX: A New Era for Post-Production?

Industry standard post-production software brand iZotope acquired by Boris FX in a move that makes absolute sense from a business point of view.

FabFilter Pro-Q Alternatives: Dynamic EQ Plugins

When looking for Fabfilter Pro-Q alternatives, there are many things to considers: price, sound, workflow, and additional features

Boutique Recording Brands Changing Modern Studios

We explore some of the boutique recording brands that continue to innovate in different ways with designs for recording, mixing, and mastering.

The Best Stereo EQs for Mixdown and Mastering

Hardware EQs are powerful tools for shaping your master bus during mixdown and mastering. We check out some of the best stereo EQs.

The Him DSP Ninja AB: A One-Stop Track Referencing Solution

Introducing The Him DSP Ninja AB, a new track referencing plugin that captures and compares different sections of a song, with extensive visual feedback.

Analog vs. Digital in the Home Studio 2026: The Ultimate Guide for Producers and Engineers Who Are Tired of Getting It Wrong

Analog vs. digital in the home studio: what really makes a difference, where outboard gear changes the creative process, and why the song always wins.

RME ADI-2 Pro EX: Ultra-High Fidelity Conversion

The RME ADI-2 Pro EX is the latest updated version of RME's reference-grade desktop converter, with a range of enhancements for professional use.

Mastering Basics for Producers: Learn How To Finalize Your Tracks

We look at mastering basics for producers with the goal of demystifying the various aspects of the finalization process and how to go about it.

Softube Bus Processor 670: A Flexibly Flavourful Fairchild Plugin

The Softube Bus Processor 670 brings the classic Fairchild sound into the DAW environment with modern enhancements that make it versatile.

oeksound soothe3: The World’s Most Popular Mixing Plugin Gets a Complete Remake

oeksound soothe3 is available now: rebuilt algorithm, low latency mode and multichannel support up to 9.1.6. Upgrade from soothe2 for just $55.

Stereo Imaging Plugins: Larger Than Life

We look at some of the best stereo imaging plugins for music production, mixing, sound design, and mastering in your DAW-based workflow.

The Best EQ Plugins for Music Production and Mixing

We briefly discuss different types of EQ, and look into a range of the best EQ plugins for music production and mixing in DAW-based workflows.

Softube Flow Studio: Powerful Macro Mixing With a Hardware Twist – Review

Softube Flow Studio combines hardware, plugin, and macro control to speed up your studio workflow. Here’s how it performs in real use.

The Best Compressor Plugins For Music Production

We discuss the basic principles of compression and look at some of the best compressor plugins for your DAW-based music production workflow.

iZotope Tonal Balance Control 3: Versatile Pro Track Referencing

With iZotope Tonal Balance Control 3, you can accurately reference and profile tracks from almost any commercial genre, either online or offline.

Soothe 2 Alternatives: VSTs for Free, Cheaper, and Even Better?

Check out these Soothe 2 alternatives!! To mark the 10th anniversary of the mixing tool, you can find all the information about the VST and the alternatives here!

Get MAAT thEQred at 80% Off: The Legendary Mastering EQ Is Cheaper Than Ever

80% off MAAT thEQred until March 8. This high-precision EQ for mixing and mastering is now drastically reduced.

Acon Digital Is Giving Away Limit Until March 1: A Free Mastering Plugin

Acon Digital Limit is free for a limited time. Boost loudness cleanly with this two-stage limiter — no artifacts, no tonal shifts, just controlled power.