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3 Mastering EQ Tricks for Mix Clarity

EQ is without a doubt the most powerful tool you have in your arsenal. Understanding how to maximize this power is the key to gaining...

2020 Favorite Mastering Plugins

Often I'm asked what some of my favorite plugins are for mastering so I’m excited to write a post like this as I believe a lot of people...

2020 Studio Redesign: Building a mastering studio

2020 Studio Update!! In 2020, Steel House Mastering underwent a massive room update with comprehensive custom made acoustic treatment....

The Dark Art of Mastering

Mysterious, Magic, a Dark Art. These are things you have probably heard mastering described as, and perhaps used these terms yourself....

Saving the Planet One Song at a Time

The environment is important to me. Me and my wife both drive hybrid cars. We have installed energy efficient lighting in our house and...

How to Prep a Mix for Mastering

Preparing a Mix for Mastering You’ve finally finished that mix that has caused many sleepless nights. The snare doesn’t sound like sh*t,...

Master Your Music to this Level

How loud should my music be? Should I release music at different levels for different streaming services? Why should I go louder if my...

DIY Acoustic Treatment

Can you use a saw, drill, and staple gun? Then you can build professional acoustic treatment for hundreds of dollars cheaper than buying....

Do you REALLY need acoustic treatment?

A seemingly elusive topic full of misinformation and opinions from every side. Let's start off with what acoustic treatment is, and why...

Is room correction software right for you?

With the promise of a flatter room and headphone response, is this the magic bullet to better mixes? We'll dig in to find out. What is...