MASTERING ONLY
$50
For finished stereo mixes that need final polish and delivery.
- Professional stereo mastering
- Competitive level and impact
- Streaming-ready master
- High-resolution final file
MASTERING · REMOTE · WORLDWIDE
Masters that
translate.
Send a finished stereo mix and get back a competitive, streaming-ready master with the level, polish and impact to hold up everywhere your music plays.
Competitive level and impact
Streaming-ready delivery
High-resolution final file
WHAT YOU GET
Final polish. Real translation.
Mastering is the last step before release—balancing tone, controlling dynamics and setting a competitive level so the record sounds finished on every system.
COMPLETE RELEASE
MIX + MASTER
$150
One straight line from raw tracks to release-ready masters.
- Full professional mix
- 3 revision rounds
- Final mastering included
- Streaming-ready delivery files
MIX ONLY
$100
Need the mix first? Start with the full mixing service.
- Full professional mix
- 3 revision rounds
- High-resolution premaster
- Direct communication with JPW
RELEASE-READY
Built to hold up everywhere.
A great master keeps the character of the mix intact while making sure the song lands on earbuds, car systems, club PAs and streaming alike.
01Competitive loudnessLevel and impact that sit right next to reference tracks.
02Controlled dynamicsPunch and energy without crushing the life out of the song.
03Balanced toneClarity, weight and cohesion across the full frequency range.
04Streaming-ready filesDelivered in the formats you need for release.
THE PROCESS
How mastering works.
A direct workflow that keeps the project moving and keeps you involved.
Send the mix
Upload your finished stereo mix with a little headroom and share any reference tracks.
First master
JPW masters for tone, dynamics and a competitive, translatable level.
Revisions
Give clear notes so the final master lands exactly where the song needs it.
Deliver
Receive high-resolution, streaming-ready files ready for release.
BEFORE / AFTER
Hear the Straightline difference.
One clip. Same performance. Hear the transition from the unmastered mix to the finished Straightline master.
PRE-STL
Original mix
POST-STL
Straightline mix & master
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Headphones recommended.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Mastering FAQ.
What to send, what's included and how the remote mastering process works.
What do you need for mastering?
A final, unmastered stereo mix—no limiter or master-bus processing on the file—at the highest resolution you have.
What is the turnaround time?
Typical turnaround is 1–2 days for mastering. You'll get a specific timeline for your project after review.
Can I get mastering only, without a mix?
Yes. Mastering Only is $50 for a finished mix that just needs final level, competitive impact and a streaming-ready file.
What if I want mixing and mastering together?
Book Mix + Master for $150—one straight line from raw tracks to a release-ready master, no separate hand-off between engineers.
What genres is mastering built for?
Rock, metal, punk, alternative and indie. Masters are built to hit and translate specifically in that space.
Is mastering done remotely?
Yes, fully remote and worldwide. Send the mix, get back a release-ready master.
START A PROJECT
Ready to master the record?
Send the basics and get a direct response about files, schedule and next steps.