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BOB DENNIS ON DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING

002 - THE MASTERING LIMITER
Mastering With Dynamics Series #1
A big objective for the mastering process is to get impact (loudness) while still retaining a good amount of clarity. In this article Bob Dennis introduces you to the first of  the  dynamics techniques you can use to attain loud clarity; these techniques  are often used on gold and platinum releases.
 

     Many mastering engineers may reach first for a "mastering limiter" that will increase apparent loudness (i.e., loudness to the ear) in the quest of getting impact in the final product.   I've used the following brands of loudness hardware/software to date, and here's MY rating on how usable each is in getting a good loud the on the master.  I also show setup and discuss use of my favorite such programs.

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Mastering Limiter Demo:  

Introduction

The following link is to a sample mix used to demonstrate the extra impact that a mastering limiter can make in mastering.  As the mix plays, you will hear the mastering limiter taken in and out of the mix. 

CLICK HERE TO HEAR DEMO

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wise Bob
 

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