Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
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🎵 Music used in this video: "Cruel Animal" by Tokyo Speirs
➡︎YouTube youtu.be/fRIeHxx1vNQ?si=SHMkSGvGfB8GevG5
➡︎Spotify open.spotify.com/track/0PLN5YW4wgmwUOIyr4QCiR?si=016e0eaa18b94889
Loudness for streaming services can be confusing for a lot, and the only thing I can say is: Don't make this loudness LUFS mistake when mastering for streaming services like Spotify.
I will break this down in this video.
👉 Check out the Loudness Penalty Studio meterplugs.idevaffiliate.com/idevaffiliate.php?id=103&url=3
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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00 Introduction
00:33 Realization of the discrepancy post-mastering
01:10 Explanation of LUFS measurement types
02:20 Importance of integrated LUFS for streaming services
03:33 Impact of mastering at -14 LUFS
04:11 Understanding integrated LUFS and its implications
05:23 Practical demonstration using Loudness Penalty Studio
06:45 How streaming services normalize audio levels
08:10 Considerations for True Peak level and positive gain
09:25 Variation in normalization across different platforms
10:00 Optimal approach to LUFS targeting in mastering
Compare CUBASE Versions: new.steinberg.net/cubase/compare-editions
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Some of the gear and plugins I use in the studio:
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CUBASE 13 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/DKa04a
DAW CONTROLLER Presonus Faderport 16 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/5bXnGn
STREAM DECK ➜ amzn.to/3OFVHaO
MONOGRAM CC ➜ monogramcc.com/shop
SPEAKER CONTROLLER ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/gbvG75
MICROPHONE ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/b3WVKB
STUDIO MONITORS:
KALI Audio IN-8 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/XxQVBM
HEADPHONES:
Audeze MM-500 ➜ audeze.com/products/mm-500
Austrian Audio Hi-X65 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/vno7MN
Beyer Dynamics DT770 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/LPzQ6O
STUDIO MONITOR CONTROLLER ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/gbvG75
#mixdownonline #chrisselim
🔥 FREE Download of THE ULTIMATE MIXING GUIDES
👉 mixdownonline.com/freemixguides
🎵 Music used in this video: "Cruel Animal" by Tokyo Speirs
➡︎YouTube youtu.be/fRIeHxx1vNQ?si=SHMkSGvGfB8GevG5
➡︎Spotify open.spotify.com/track/0PLN5YW4wgmwUOIyr4QCiR?si=016e0eaa18b94889
Loudness for streaming services can be confusing for a lot, and the only thing I can say is: Don't make this loudness LUFS mistake when mastering for streaming services like Spotify.
I will break this down in this video.
👉 Check out the Loudness Penalty Studio meterplugs.idevaffiliate.com/idevaffiliate.php?id=103&url=3
This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, we'll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. By using these links, you're supporting us in creating more free content. Thank you for your support! :)
=================================
ELEVATE YOUR SKILLS NOW ➜ JOIN OUR COURSES
=================================
FOR CUBASE
➡️ THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CUBASE - Get FULL CONTROL over CUBASE
👉 mixdownonline.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-cubase
FOR MIXING
➡️ The Ultimate CUBASE MIXING Masterclass - Craft Professional, Radio-Ready Mixes Using Only the Tools Available to You in CUBASE
👉 mixdownonline.com/The-Ultimate-Cubase-Mixing-Masterclass
FOR RECORDING
➡️ PRO HOME RECORDING WITH CUBASE - Discover the secret to recording amazing sounding tracks, in the comfort of your home studio, with the gear you already have.
👉 mixdownonline.com/recording
FOR MASTERING
➡️ The EASY PATH to PRO Home MASTERING - Learn how to master your music like a pro with simple, effective techniques — no expensive gear required.
👉 mixdownonline.com/mastering
=================================
LET'S STAY CONNECTED
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Instagram: instagram.com/mixdownonline
Facebook: facebook.com/mixdownonline
Tik Tok: ➡︎ tiktok.com/@mixdownonline
Website: mixdownonline.com
⏰ Timestamps ⏰
00:00 Introduction
00:33 Realization of the discrepancy post-mastering
01:10 Explanation of LUFS measurement types
02:20 Importance of integrated LUFS for streaming services
03:33 Impact of mastering at -14 LUFS
04:11 Understanding integrated LUFS and its implications
05:23 Practical demonstration using Loudness Penalty Studio
06:45 How streaming services normalize audio levels
08:10 Considerations for True Peak level and positive gain
09:25 Variation in normalization across different platforms
10:00 Optimal approach to LUFS targeting in mastering
Compare CUBASE Versions: new.steinberg.net/cubase/compare-editions
=================================
Some of the gear and plugins I use in the studio:
=================================
CUBASE 13 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/DKa04a
DAW CONTROLLER Presonus Faderport 16 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/5bXnGn
STREAM DECK ➜ amzn.to/3OFVHaO
MONOGRAM CC ➜ monogramcc.com/shop
SPEAKER CONTROLLER ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/gbvG75
MICROPHONE ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/b3WVKB
STUDIO MONITORS:
KALI Audio IN-8 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/XxQVBM
HEADPHONES:
Audeze MM-500 ➜ audeze.com/products/mm-500
Austrian Audio Hi-X65 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/vno7MN
Beyer Dynamics DT770 ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/LPzQ6O
STUDIO MONITOR CONTROLLER ➜ sweetwater.sjv.io/gbvG75
#mixdownonline #chrisselim
