Analog mastering for independent artists.

Warmth, clarity, and musicality with fair pricing, so your music is heard the way it deserves to be.

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Why choose Meraki Mastering

ANALOG WARMTH

Tube-driven analog processing adds warmth and character that digital alone can't replicate. No AI, no presets.

ARTIST-FIRST PRICING

Transparent rates designed for independent artists, with a flexible sliding scale.

STREAMING READY

Every track is fine-tuned so it sounds its best on every platform, from AirPods to hi-fi.

THE NAME BEHIND THE STUDIO

Meraki

(muh-rah-kee)

n. Greek — to do something with soul, creativity, or love; to put something of yourself into your work.

Every master that leaves this studio carries that spirit. We believe great mastering isn't about making things louder - it's about honoring the artist's intent, enhancing the sound while retaining the artist's vision, and delivering a final product that sounds great everywhere it's heard.

Whether you're releasing your first single or your tenth album, Meraki Mastering offers the warmth of analog gear, the precision of experienced ears (20 years of experience), and pricing that respects the reality of independent music.

The mastering gear

What's in our studio:

Hardware

RME ADI-2/4 Pro SEReference AD/DA Converter
Universal Audio Apollo x4Thunderbolt Interface
Louder Than Liftoff Silver BulletAnalog Color & Summing
WesAudio ngBusCompAnalog Bus Compressor
Cranborne Audio Carnaby HE-2Harmonic Enhancement
Warm Audio EQP-WAPultec-Style Program EQ
SPL BiG [Studio]Stereo Image Processor
SPL Vitalizer MK3-TPsychoacoustic Enhancer
Bettermaker Mastering EQMillennium Edition
Bettermaker Mastering LimiterDarthlimiter

Monitoring

Kali Audio IN-8 (2nd Wave)Main Monitors
Yamaha HS8Secondary Monitors
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 MK2Open-Back Reference
Beyerdynamic DT 770Closed-Back Reference
Audio-Technica ATH-M40xTracking Headphones
NOS McONE-BMonitor Controller
TC Electronic Clarity MStereo/Surround Meter
iZotope Insight 2Metering & Analysis
Sonarworks SoundID ReferenceRoom & Headphone Correction
Beyerdynamic Headphone LabHeadphone Calibration

Mastering Software

iZotope Ozone AdvancedMastering Suite
Tone Projects Unisum & Uni-LCompressor & Limiter
Tone Projects MichelangeloTone Shaper
Weiss Complete CollectionMastering Processors
SoundTheory GullfossIntelligent EQ
Softube Mastering SuiteMastering Processors
Sonnox Mastering SuiteEQ, Dynamics & Limiting
Newfangled Audio ElevateMastering Suite

Tools & DAWs

Pro Tools StudioPrimary DAW
Logic ProComposition & Scoring
iZotope RX AdvancedRestoration & Repair
FabFilter ProEQ, Comp & Limiting
Waves & UADProcessing & Effects
Oeksound Soothe2Resonance Suppressor
SonibleProcessing & Effects
Slate DigitalProcessing & Effects

Rates

Stereo & Stem Mastering Rates

Package Rate Includes Next step
Single $50 One track, revisions included until approved (same mix), 2–5 day standard turnaround, high-resolution WAV and streaming version. Order
EP, up to 5 tracks $150 Cohesive mastering across the project, track sequencing and spacing, and DDP image. Standard 4-7 day turnaround, with priority turnaround options. Order
Album, up to 12 tracks $300 Complete album mastering with ISRC, metadata embedding and DDP image. Standard 7-10 day turnaround with priority turnaround options, plus a dedicated project timeline. Order

Add $20 per track for 24–48 hour turnaround. Add $20 per track for Apple Digital Master. Revisions cover mastering tweaks on the mix you submit; new mixes or major stem changes are quoted separately. Need a custom scope? Rates are available for labels, catalogs, film and game scores, and ongoing partnerships. Request a tailored quote.

Ready to master your next release?

Get in touch to discuss your project, hear more samples, or book a session.