Major Label Mastering: Professional Mastering Process distills 25 years
of mastering experience at Capitol Records into practical understandings
and reliable systems. Containing unparalleled insights, this book
reveals the mastering tricks and techniques used by Evren Göknar at one
of the world's most notable record labels.
Beginning with the requisite competencies every Mastering Engineer must
develop, Major Label Mastering delves into the particulars of the
mastering studio, as well as fundamental mastering tools. Included among
these tools is The Five Step Mastering Process, a rigorously tested
system that equips the practitioner to successfully and confidently
master a project to exacting standards of audio fidelity. Covering all
bases, the book discusses both macro and micro considerations: from
mindset approach and connecting with clients down to detailed guidelines
for processing audio, advanced methods, and audio restoration. Each
chapter ends with exercises intended to deepen understanding and skill,
or to supplement course study.
Suitable for all levels, this is a unique resource for students,
artists, and recording and Mastering Engineers alike. Major Label
Mastering is supplemented by digital resources including audio examples
and video tutorials.
