The Mastering Show #5 - EQ

The Mastering Show - A podcast by Ian Shepherd

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Mastering EQ is about balance, not matching. In this episode we explain what the difference is, why it matters and and ways you can get it right. Topics include: - Why “radio ready” sound is a mastering myth - How you can affect the balance of instruments in the mix, even within a stereo file - A simple but crucial point of mastering technique - The pros and cons of phase linear EQ - Ian’s recommended EQ plugins Links Loudness means NOTHING on the radio - the proof http://productionadvice.co.uk/loudness-means-nothing-on-the-radio/ The Heart And Soul of Mastering http://productionadvice.co.uk/heart-and-soul/ Phase linear EQ demonstration https://youtu.be/efKabAQQsPQ Rock music and gynaecology http://mastering-media.blogspot.co.uk/2008/08/rock-music-and-gynaecology.html

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