10 Tips For Louder Masters (Without Distortion)

Get the free Mastering Compression Cheatsheet here: Check out the artist featured in this video: Here are 10 tips for louder masters WITHOUT distortion. Most people think you can have a loud mix OR a clean/dynamic mix. But with the right techniques, you can create masters that are both loud AND distortion-free. One of the core themes of this video is avoiding heavy limiting, and instead relying on techniques such as clipping and automation to tame transients. Using a limiter isn’t the only way to get your masters loud, and there are a lot of downsides to using a limiter aggressively. If you find this video helpful... go to to learn more about our full 28-week producing, mixing, and mastering program. #mastering #masteringengineer