Groove3 Cubase Mastering Explained

If you've ever wondered how to take your Cubase mixes from “pretty good” to “release ready,” this comprehensive video course with Gary Hiebner walks you through the entire mastering process step by step. Using only Cubase's stock tools (plus a few optional third-party plug-ins), Gary demonstrates exactly how to turn your finished mix into a polished, balanced, and professional-sounding master. By the end of the course, you'll be ready to start using these ideas right away. These videos are designed for Cubase users new to the mastering process.

You'll start by preparing your mix for mastering, setting up your Cubase project, and learning best practices for exporting your final mixdown. Then, Gary guides you through building an effective mastering session - routing your tracks, using reference mixes, and applying essential processors like EQ, compression, saturation, stereo imaging, and limiting.

Next, you'll see how to apply subtle EQ correction with Frequency 2, use single-band and multiband compression to control dynamics, and add warmth, color, and width using tools like Quadrafuzz, Magneto II, and Imager.

Later, you'll explore creative mastering workflows, including stem mastering, using the Squasher multiband compressor, and setting up LUFS metering and export settings for modern streaming platforms. Gary also shows how to perform in-project mastering, add analog-style coloration with VintageCompressor and Black Valve, and compare results using professional reference tracks.

By the time you're through, you'll have a solid understanding of how to master confidently in Cubase - and how to achieve consistent, great-sounding results across all your songs. If you want to unlock the full mastering potential of Cubase and finish your tracks like a pro, this is the course for you! See the individual Cubase mastering video tutorial descriptions for more on all that's covered and how you can use these concepts and ideas in your own projects. Learn to go out on a high note with every project ... Watch "Cubase: Mastering Explained®" today!

What You Will Learn:

-Creating a complete Cubase mastering workflow, from preparing your mix to building a full mastering chain.
-Applying EQ, compression, saturation, stereo widening, and limiting using Cubase's built-in processors.
-Comparing your work with reference tracks and targeting the right LUFS levels for modern streaming platforms.
-Exploring advanced options like stem mastering, multi-stage limiting, and adding analog-style color.
-And more!