Your live performance captures raw emotion and energy—it deserves to sound just as powerful in its mastered form. Our Live Performance Mastering Service takes your live recordings and polishes them for consistent clarity, balance, and professional-quality playback. Whether you’re releasing a live album, streaming a set, or archiving a show, we’ll ensure your performance sounds flawless on every platform.
Live performance mastering refines your raw recordings, balancing the natural dynamics of a live show while enhancing clarity and cohesion. Unlike studio mastering, live mastering addresses unique challenges such as crowd noise, uneven levels, and room acoustics, ensuring your performance sounds polished and immersive.
1. Noise Reduction & Cleanup
We reduce unwanted background noise (like crowd chatter or hums) while preserving the live atmosphere.
2. EQ & Frequency Balancing
We enhance tonal balance, ensuring instruments and vocals are clear, rich, and well-defined.
3. Dynamic Range Control
We use compression to smooth out volume inconsistencies, maintaining the energy of your live performance.
4. Stereo Enhancement
We widen and refine the stereo image for a more immersive listening experience.
5. Loudness Optimization
Your recording is optimized to meet platform-specific loudness standards, ensuring consistent playback across all devices.
6. Final Review & Adjustments
Receive a preview of your mastered performance, with an option to request adjustments before final delivery.
- Preserve the Live Energy: We enhance the energy and authenticity of your performance while addressing technical imperfections.
- Tailored for Platforms: Whether you’re releasing on Spotify, YouTube, or as a live album, we optimize your recording for its intended platform.
- Quick Turnaround: Get your mastered performance back in as little as 3–5 business days.
- Affordable Excellence: High-quality mastering designed for artists, bands, and event producers.
To achieve the best results, follow these guidelines before submitting your recording:
- File Format: 24bit WAV preferred (16bit accepted).
- Headroom: Leave -6dB of headroom for mastering.
- Track Labeling: Clearly label tracks if submitting multiple songs or sections.
- Clean Recording: Remove excessive noise or artifacts during the recording process if possible.
- Single Live Track Mastering: £40 per track
Ideal for standalone live recordings or single-song performances. - Full Set or Live Album Mastering: Starting at £150 (up to 60 minutes)
Includes consistent mastering across multiple tracks or an entire set. - Custom Projects: For extended live recordings or unique needs, contact us for a custom quote.
- Upload Your Recording
Use the WeTransfer button below to send us your live recording, along with any specific notes or instructions. - Mastering & Preview
We’ll master your performance and send you a preview for feedback and approval. - Approve & Download
Once approved, the final mastered recording will be delivered via WeTransfer, ready for release.
- Mastered Live Recording
Polished, platform-ready audio that captures the spirit of your performance. - Noise-Free Listening
Reduced background noise and artifacts without losing the live atmosphere. - Dynamic Consistency
Balanced levels and dynamic range for a cohesive listening experience. - Platform Optimization
Files optimized for streaming platforms, downloads, or physical formats. - Feedback-Based Revisions
One free revision to ensure the final product meets your vision.
How is live performance mastering different from studio mastering?
Live mastering focuses on enhancing the raw energy of a live recording while addressing unique challenges like crowd noise, room acoustics, and uneven levels.
Can you handle multi-track recordings?
Yes! If you have separate stems for each instrument or vocal, we can provide additional mixing services before mastering. Contact us for details.
What platforms will the mastered performance work for?
Our mastering ensures compatibility with all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and Bandcamp.
How long does the process take?
Most live recordings are mastered and delivered within 3–5 business days, depending on length and complexity.
Your live performance deserves to sound as dynamic and engaging as it felt on stage. Let us transform your recording into a professional-quality release that fans will love.
Ready to get started? Upload your live performance below!