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# Safe&Sound audio mastering

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## Posts

- [Mastering Blog](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-blog.html) - Mastering blog 1T £30 |4T £112 | Album 12T £230 by mastering engineer Barry Gardner
- [1990s style downtempo ambient breakbeat chill production](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/1990s-style-downtempo-ambient-breakbeat-chill-production.html) - 1990s style downtempo ambient chill production Here we are again with a new track, "Time by the cloud" this track was originally started when doing a test of the Scaler 2 plug in. Here is the track and the production write up follows. It is a nice, mellow and relaxing listen, so why not take
- [1996 style project studio music production](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/1996-style-project-studio-music-production.html) - 1996 style project studio music production: A 'track in a day' that was not meant to be : A new track here and this was meant to be made in a day. Every now and then I plan to produce a track in about 12 hours, getting up early and doing a full day of
- [How to mix vocals](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/how-to-mix-vocals.html) - How to mix vocals (and record) Please share this page on audio forums and social media far and wide as it contains clear and direct professional information on how to mix vocals. If you follow this information you will be well on your way to make vocals sound stunning in any music mix. Every few
- [Musical feel, acoustics and full range monitoring in mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/musical-feel-acoustics-and-full-range-monitoring-in-mastering.html) - The deep importance of full range monitoring and acoustic treatment in the sensation of musical feel. Introduction In a world of increasing lack of clarity, able humans must attempt to demonstrate human values and expertise in all its forms, actively, wherever it can in professional roles, moving into the future. The following is inspired
- [New analogue compressor SSL Bus+ SSL 4000 bus compressor](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/new-analogue-compressor-ssl-bus-ssl-4000-bus-compressor.html) - New analogue compressor installation, the SSL Bus+ Solid State Logic in the SafeandSound Mastering rack An entry which reaffirms my approach to a commitment for the best possible mastering results for your music, at a superb price. Taking your music to its maximum sonic potential. Plug ins have come a long way and I
- [One synth challenge with Rob Papen Albino 3 Legend](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/one-synth-challenge-with-rob-papen-albino-3-legend.html) - One synth challenge with approx 80 Albino 3 Legend synth instances If you would like to skip the intro move straight down to the "fun electronic drums" title below. I made an early 2000's sounding track with only Albino 3 Legend as the sole synth sound source used. Here is the track : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aRw9tRWPvI&ab_channel=BarryGardner Introduction
- [1990s retro production lounge, chill, Indian trance music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/1990s-retro-production-lounge-chill-indian-trance-music.html) - 1990s retro production, lounge, chill, Indian style Here we go with another 90s style dance track it is a little more down tempo at 129bpm and has a chilled vibe more in the direction of lounge, chill out style music. Nice and summer-y feel track entitled "Clouds like Mountains". Here is the track to listen
- [90s music production techniques vintage retro](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/90s-music-production-techniques-vintage-retro.html) - 90s music production techniques vintage retro Here is the completed track : " A source of light " https://youtu.be/0hTY5duMfjo This is a write up for the production of a Goa trance track. Initially I had in mind to make this as authentic as possible, as such I had a few reference tracks that
- [1992 New Age music recreation, ambient, cinematic, world](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/1992-new-age-music-recreation-ambient-cinematic-world.html) - Recreation of 1990's new age music, ambient, cinematic, world, eastern inspired track : Here is the completed track, titled "And then it dawned on me" : https://youtu.be/BCjdbE6NKDA I decided to make a new age, ambient, world music, cinematic kind of track as I was feeling in need to make something relaxing and soothing to
- [Atmospheric ambient drum and bass track](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/atmospheric-ambient-drum-and-bass-track.html) - Atmospheric drum and bass production Here is the ambient/atmospheric/intelligent drum and bass track I produced and what follows is the production write up : https://youtu.be/EauecXWisuc I thought I would make an ambient (intelligent / atmospheric) drum and bass track, parting with trance for a little while. I was not sure whether to make
- [Inspiration, organization and the key to finishing your DAW music tracks.](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/inspiration-organization-and-the-key-to-finishing-your-daw-music-tracks.html) - Inspiration, organization and the key to finishing your DAW music tracks. Foreword : How to finish my tracks Suggestions for being organized with a new DAW based track and how to increase the chance of finishing your DAW music tracks. (How do I finish my DAW music tracks?) If you do not want the preamble,
- [How to make a louder mix](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/analysis-for-a-louder-music-mix.html) - Making a louder mix, we look at how to check relative energy vs frequency using a loud reference to acheive a more precisely balanced spectrum.
- [1989 bedroom vintage synthwave euro dance retro synth music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/1989-bedroom-vintage-synthwave-euro-dance-retro-synth-music.html) - 1989 bedroom vintage synthwave euro dance retro synth music Allow me to set the scene.......... The sky is always there, recreation of a vintage bedroom studio hiss fest. https://youtu.be/diJZHe3pp9c It's 1989 and you are in your bedroom with your synths, some analogue, some digital and a few rather piercing to the ear. Cubase 1.0
- [Perceived volume, creativity and new challenges for music producers](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/perceived-volume-creativity-and-new-challenges-for-music-producers.html) - Perceived volume, creativity and new challenges for music producers In 2024 volume normalization is the norm for Spotify, iTunes and YouTube (when "Sound Check" or equivalents are on) so one could be forgiven for imagining that mastering perceived volume is no longer a consideration. This article is a collection of technical, creative and future
- [How to use an audio compressor with confidence](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/how-to-use-an-audio-compressor-with-confidence.html) - How to use an audio compressor confidently Introduction : The 2 most important controls on a compressor are not what you might think. If you cannot hear what a compressor can or is doing it will greatly slow your progress in how to use them with confidence, after reading this you will be on
- [Expensive mastering may not be the best mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/expensive-mastering.html) - Is your expensive mastering service really any better than my low cost mastering ? A question worth asking and finding the answer to.
- [The techniques of producing and mixing retro and vintage DAW music tracks](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/the-techniques-of-producing-and-mixing-retro-and-vintage-daw-music-tracks.html) - The techniques of producing and mixing retro and vintage DAW music tracks Footer Please feel free to "social media like" the article top right on this page and spread the article to those who may be inpsired in how to make retro tracks. Copyright Barry Gardner 2022
- [Choose mastering by a specialist, the dedication to excel.](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/choose-mastering-by-a-specialist.html) - Choose mastering by a specialist. I chose to dedicate as a mastering engineer 12 years ago. I can mix but choose not to, to dedicate to mastering.
- [Fundamental audio truths](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/fundamental-audio-truths.html) - Fundamental audio truths : I thought this would be a fun yet direct statement type blog post with some of the many factual audio truths that I have learned through my many years of being a professional sound engineer. The following are statements based on many years of audio engineering in a professional
- [Reasons why I am the best audio mastering option for your music in 2023 onwards](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/reasons-why-i-am-the-best-audio-mastering-option-in-2022-onwards.html) - I have been mastering for 12 years and was a professional employed audio engineer for 10 years prior working in London with a very large audio/radio/ video production company
- [Human mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/human-mastering.html) - Human mastering Welcome to human mastering by Barry Gardner, serious proposition analogue and ear selected digital mastering at an incredible price. No expensive and annoying subscriptions here. 1T £30.00 | 4T EP £112.00 | Album £230.00 No Tax to add. Automated services miss extremely important aspects of what human mastering actually is. I want to
- [Using a reference track when mixing](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/using-a-reference-track-when-mixing.html) - Competent advice on using a reference track to aid mixing a musical composition.
- [1989 retro DAW music production techniques](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/1989-retro-daw-music-production-techniques.html) - 1989 retro DAW music production technique https://youtu.be/4iXKgAm-RFQ Whilst I master all types of music here with ease, like any good mastering engineer should be able to, I enjoy making some music in my spare time. So please do not consider me as a "one trick pony" allow me my spare time sonic indulgence ! This
- [Production of a 2004 inspired track](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/production-of-a-2004-inspired-track.html) - Introduction: Whilst mastering music for a living will always be my priority I have been making my own music in evenings and weekends. I forewarn that for modern attention spans this is going to be a fairly extensive read of 8-10mins and will touch on a few important areas of electronic DAW music production. I
- [Mastering for streaming](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-for-streaming.html) - Mastering for streaming
- [Mix appraisal and mix advice (pre mastering)](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/pre-mastering-mix-appraisal-and-mix-advice.html) - Free mix appraisal before mastering, mix advice, mix check
- [Committed to your music mastering and your music sounding better](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/dedicated-to-mastering.html) - Barry Gardner has specialized in mastering. Showcase of equipment and approach to solely mastering music for a living.
- [Automated Mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/automated-ai-mastering.html) - Automated mastering is a recent development. Does it provide the benefits of a professional, experienced mastering engineer ?
- [Music library mastering, sync music mastering and record label mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/music-library-mastering-and-record-label-mastering.html) - Low cost, high end library music mastering, record label mastering, sync music mastering
- [Preparing your music tracks for mastering.](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/preparing-your-music-tracks-for-mastering.html) - How to prepare your music for mastering. Clear, short, time saving advice for preparing music files for audio mastering. For an efficient mastering experience.
- [The need for clear communication in audio mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/the-need-for-clear-communication-in-audio-mastering.html) - The need for clear communication in audio mastering. Advice on reference tracks and expectation to produce the best mastering results. Clear and concise.
- [Psy trance kick and bass](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/psy-trance-kick-and-bass.html) - Deep thought on psy trance kick and bass. Enigmatic and technical
- [Quick, helpful music mastering information](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/concise-mastering-facts.html) - Concise, information packed mastering bulletpoints for those short on time and need high quality results at a great price.
- [Audio related PC upgrades](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/audio-related-pc-upgrades.html) - Audio related pc upgrades
- [Choosing production sound sources](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/choosing-production-sound-sources.html) - A guide about discerning the quality of audio production sound sources.
- [Making loud music mixes](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/makingloudmusicmixes.html) - A guide to how music mixes can sound louder for musicians and producers
- [Cheap acoustic treatment for mixing](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/cheap-acoustic-treatment-for-mixing.html) - Low cost acoustic treatment will fast track your mixing skills
- [What is mastering ?](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/whatismastering.html) - Mastering engineer Barry Gardner answers the question "What is mastering?" A great read for musicians, producers, record labels and music industry professionals.
- [Perceived volume and mastering processes](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/perceived-volume-and-mastering-processes.html) - "Loudness" is one aspect of mastering this text informs about perceived volume in mastering
- [Bass mastering for modern music genres](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/bass-mastering.html) - Bass is an important factor in dance music this text explains important details.
- [Mastering plug ins, they are not the process of mastering.](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-plug-ins.html) - Many people think mastering is a plug in, mastering engineer Barry Gardner clears up this ill conceived idea.
- [Best mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/best-mastering.html) - A useful guide to choosing the best mastering for musicians, bands and music producers. Make good choices.
- [Stereo width when mixing music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/stereo-width-when-mixing-music.html) - Technical article about stereo width by mastering engineer Barry Gardner
- [Mixing a music track](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mixing-a-music-track.html) - Tips and advice for beginners on mixing a music track
- [Analogue mastering, the benefits for audio](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/analogue-mastering.html) - Analogue mastering adds qualities to music that remains elusive to digital mastering, find out why in this informative explanation from mastering engineer Barry Gardner.
- [The difference between mono and stereo explained simply](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/the-difference-between-mono-and-stereo.html) - Concise blog post from mastering engineer Barry Gardner explaining the key differences between mono and stereo audio signals.
- [Audio mastering with the Benchmark DAC-1 HDR](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-with-the-benchmark-dac-1-hdr.html) - Benchmark DAC 1 HDR
- [MANLEY Massive Passive Review](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/manley-massive-passive-review.html) - Massive Passive review with audio examples as used at Safe&Sound Mastering.
- [Audio mastering explained](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/audiomasteringexplained.html) - Detailed explanation of what mastering is in the year 2013. Clarification and concise information on audio mastering.
- [Most common mix down format for mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/most-common-mix-down-format-for-mastering.html) - Answer to the question "What is the most common mix down file format ? "
- [Elysia XFilter review](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/elysia-xfilter-review.html) - Detailed review of the Elysia XFilter rack in mastering context
- [Audio mastering samples](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/audio-mastering-samples.html) - Safe&Sound audio examples, YouTube video with FAQ page video capture and 192kbps AAC LC audio streaming. Informative and enjoyable sounds at the same time !
- [Mastering for radio](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-for-radio.html) - Blog entry regarding techniques for mastering for radio, be it FM transmissions or online radio by Mastering Engineer Barry Gardner
- [ISRC code in wav files](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/isrc-code-in-broadcast-wav-files.html) - Technical document regarding embedding ISRC codes into broadcast wav files. New officially designated axml field for ISRC codes.
- [A guide to music release formats](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/a-guide-to-music-release-formats.html) - A guide to music release formats, music file formats and audio file formats. .wav, .aiff, .mp3, .ogg, .flac, 16 bit, 24 bit, bit rates, bit resolution, kbps
- [Volume normalization and perceived volume in mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/volume-normalization-and-perceived-volume-in-mastering.html) - Issues to consider regarding perceived volume in mastering_volume normalization
- [DDP for Red Book CD explained](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/ddp-for-red-book-cd-explained.html) - DDP for Red Book CD explained. If you are releasing a CD a DDP is the format to send to your duplication plant. Full explanation here,
- [Crane Song Solaris Review](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/crane-song-solaris-review.html) - Crane Song Solaris review
- [Mastering as usual in unusual times](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-as-usual-in-unusual-times.html) - Mastering customer service announcement

## Pages

- [Mastering Home](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/) - Safe&Sound Audio Mastering 1T£30 |4T £112|Alb £230 - Mastering engineer Barry Gardner presents an analogue audio mastering service. I use the finest analogue audio mastering equipment to improve your music.
- [Mastering video game music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-video-game-music.html) - Welcome to SafeandSound Mastering your one stop shop for mastering video game music. I am Barry Gardner audio engineer of 26 years, having worked previously at a large London based audio visual production company. Somethin' Else Sound Directions (now operated by Sony). I have 16 years experience solely mastering all genres of music for
- [PRICING AND PAYMENT](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/cheapmastering.html) - Cheap mastering, 1 Track £30.00, 4 Tracks £112.00, Album £230.00 high end analogue equipment, highly experienced. World class results.
- [Mastering FAQ](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringfaq.html) - Mastering FAQ, 1T £30 |4T £112 |Album £230 mastering frequently asked questions, SafeandSound mastering services.
- [Mastering synth music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringsynthmusic.html) - 1T £30 |4T £112 |Alb £230 - Take your synth music to its maximum sonic potential. World class mastering results at superb rates. Highly experienced synth music mastering.
- [Mastering Pop music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringpopmusic.html) - Mastering pop music 1T£30|4T£112|Alb£230 requires a mastering engineer who is well versed in many styles of music. Pop music draws from a range of styles of music and often meshes them together.
- [Mastering Hip Hop](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringhiphop.html) - Mastering Hip Hop 1T£30 | 4TEP£112 | Alb £230 high end equipment and experience. Barry Gardner can take your tracks to their maximum potential.
- [Mastering rock music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-rock-music.html) - Mastering rock 1T£30|4T£112|Alb£230 Low cost, high end rock music mastering service
- [Mastering Folk Music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringfolkmusic.html) - Highly experienced, highly equipped and great rates for mastering folk music.
- [Mastering Classical Music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringclassicalmusic.html) - Mastering Classical Music Welcome to the mastering classical music page by Barry Gardner. My name is Barry Gardner and I have 25 years of audio engineering experience. 16 dedicated to solely mastering audio for a living, for online release, CD and vinyl. Nick Powell - (Composer, West End, Broadway, David Attenborough - Our Story )
- [Mastering Ambient Music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-ambient-music.html) - 1T£30 | 4T£112 | 12T Album £230 High quality, experienced and affordably priced ambient music mastering service.
- [EP Mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/epmastering.html) - EP mastering, 3 Tracks £90, 4T £112, 5T £130, Manley, PMC, highly experienced engineer.
- [Mastering dance music](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringdancemusic.html) - Mastering dance music 1T£30.00|4T EP £112|Album £230 - EDM mastering Highly experienced,Manley Massive Passive, PMC, Summit, lowest cost professional analogue mastering. Dance music mastering at its best.
- [Compilation Mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/compilation-mastering.html) - Music compilation mastering. £230.00 for high quality mastering by a dedicated mastering professional. High end equipment and precision acoustics.
- [Album mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/albummastering.html) - Album mastering | Album mastering prices | high quality result, £230.00 price, LP mastering, high experience level of 23 years, PMC IB1S and great acoustics.
- [Mastering drum and bass | Mastering d&b | Mastering drum & bass](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringdrumandbass.html) - mastering drum and bass, 1T £30.00 / 4T EP £120.00, MANLEY, PMC, SUMMIT, HCL, mastering dnb, mastering d&b
- [Mastering engineer, recent clients and testimonials](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringengineer.html) - Mastering engineer 1T £30 | Album £230 | 4T EP £112.00 Highly experienced engineer.
- [Mastering Jazz excellence. highly experienced, affordable price.](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringjazz.html) - Mastering Jazz If you are looking for a highly experienced engineer for mastering jazz music then you are in the right place. My former employment was as a sound engineer working on the critically acclaimed BBC radio jazz programme - Jazz on 3 (BBC Radio 3) for around 5 years of its existence. As a
- [Why choose me](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/why-choose-me.html) - Why choose me ? Firstly, an enduring audio mastering client relationship has value. Therefore there is great merit in working with an audio mastering engineer as part of your sonic production team. Just some of the benefits that come with working with myself as a partnership on your music, in conclusion 1T £30.00 / 4T
- [Safe&Sound online mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/onlinemastering.html) - Online mastering |1T£30.00 |4T£112 |CD£230 highly experienced, Manley, PMC, Summit, TC Elec.
- [Mastering trance | Trance mastering | Mastering Psy Trance](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringtrance.html) - Mastering trance music, 1 Track £30.00, 4 Track EP £112.00 / Album £230.00 high end, low cost, MANLEY, SUMMIT AUDIO, HCL, PMC IB1S speakers.
- [Stem Mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/stemmastering.html) - Stem mastering £56.00 | 8 stems, targetted stem mastering tweaks for your instrument groups. Highly experienced. Better translation and a richer sound.
- [Mastering Techno](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringtechno.html) - Mastering Techno and Tech House takes a refined and skilled ear. Barry Gardner has the room and equipment to maximize your tracks potential.
- [Mastering studio](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/masteringstudio.html) - Safe&Sound mastering studio, 1T £30/4T EP £112/ Album £230, MANLEY, PMC IB1S, SUMMIT, Vari Mu. Highly experienced and low cost.
- [Online mastering studio](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/onlinemasteringstudio.html) - Online mastering studio, 1T£30, 4T EP£112, album £230. Manley, Summit, PMC, Vari mu, experienced engineer, low cost mastering.
- [Online mastering services](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/onlinemasteringservices.html) - Safe&Sound online mastering services 1T £30/ 4T £112 / Album £230, highly experienced Manley, PMC, Summit. Lowest cost pro online mastering service.
- [Song mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/songmastering.html) - High end song mastering, 1T£30/4T£112/Album £230 Manley Massive Passive, SUMMIT Audio, PMC IB1S, HCL Vari mu, Track mastering services.
- [SafeandSound music mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/musicmastering.html) - Safe&Sound music mastering, 1T£30 / 4T £112 / Album £230, highly experienced engineer, Manley, PMC, Summit, TC Elec.
- [Professional Mastering](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/professionalmastering.html) - Safe&Sound professional mastering service, 1T£30, 4T EP £112, Album £230, Manley, PMC, Summit, Sontec, Vari Mu, highly experienced engineer.
- [Mastering Jazz](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastering-jazz.html) - Mastering Jazz
- [Gain structure explained for recording and mixing. Easy to understand.](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/gainstructure.html) - Gain Structure explained. A guide to optimizing your gain structure for recording and mixing.
- [Apple Digital Masters (formerly Mastered for iTunes)](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/mastered-for-itunes.html) - 1T £30.00, 4T £112.00, Album £230.00, Apple Digital Masters . High end analogue gear, highly experienced mastering engineer.
- [Record labels of excellence](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/usefulinfo.html) - Low cost mastering, high end sound, quality can cost less, free preview !
- [Contact us](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/contact-us.html) - Contact us Email :safeandsound123@googlemail.com Phone : Barry 0044 (0) 7810 271371 Enquiries from outside the UK are best made by email to avoid the costs incurred with telephoning a mobile/cell phone. You can also see our FAQ (frequently asked questions) page Mastering FAQ
- [Terms](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/terms.html) - Terms Free mix appraisal inclusive in mastering price, if required. Revisions free within reason. 1 Instrumental, 1 clean or 1 edit version free of charge (must be same mix). Attention to detail, low mastering prices and high end results. Upload files using https://wetransfer.com/, please read the FAQ page to avoid delays or contact Barry Gardner

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- [What is mastering?](https://www.masteringmastering.co.uk/category/what-is-mastering)