How to Master a Song in 11 Easy Steps

★ FREE Mastering Sample ➤ ★ Subscribe ➤ ★ View Full Blog Post → ★ Video Outline ★ 00:00 — Introduction - Free Mastering Sample 00:23 — Free Mastering Sample 00:40 — Import your Stereo Mix into your DAW 01:17 — Reduce the Mix’s Amplitude with Clip Gain if its too Loud 02:04 — Insert a Mid-Side Equalizer and Use Subtractive Equalization 04:33 — If Needed, use Compression 05:43 — Insert Tape and/or Tube Emulation Saturators 07:14 — Insert a Mid-Side Equalizer and Use Additive Equalization 08:08 — Adjust the Stereo Image with your Mid-Side Equalizer 09:48 — If Wanted, Set up an Auxiliary Track for Parallel Compression 11:13 — On your Master Output Insert 1 or 2 Limiters 13:05 — Monitor the loudness of your song with an LUFS and dBTP meter 14:26 — Export your Master and Review It 17:32 — Conclusion - Free Mastering Sample ★ LEARN MORE ABOUT US HERE ★ Website Blog ★ LISTEN TO MASTERING SAMPLES HERE ★ ★ FOLLOW US HERE ★ Instagram Facebook Twitter LinkedIn If you're new to Sage Audio, we're a specialized audio mastering studio creating custom personalized masters to meet each artist's specific needs. For more info visit our website: Thanks for watching today and a big thanks to you if you share this video with someone!