Mastering Assignment

Instructions

1. Import the bounced/exported stereo audio file from a previous mix practice in to a new mastering session
   • Set the session to 24-bit, 44.1kHz, interleaved
2. Use techniques and strategies from the lecture materials in this module to master the song
3. Print the song with your master processing on to a new track
4. Export the printed stereo audio file

Upload to mixup.audio

1. Create a new track in Mixup named "52A-Mastering Exercise"
2. Upload both the BEFORE and AFTER master processed files to the track as different versions
   • Clearly name these versions so we can compare the tracks and hear your master processing
3. Get a shareable link to the playlist to post in Canvas by clicking the "Invite" button
4. Provide comments on each version at the one second timestamp that include:
   • Before version: plans for the master processing
   • After version: techniques you used in your mastering workflow

Submit in Canvas

• Post the link to your Mixup track