upload stems for stem mastering

To ensure the best possible result, it’s important that your stems are properly prepared before sending them for mastering. Please follow the guidelines below:

1. Format

• Export your stems as WAV or AIFF files in 24-bit or 32-bit float

• The sample rate should be 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, or higher – do not change the original sample rate

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2. Stem Export

• Export only the essential groups (e.g. drums, bass, vocals, guitars, synths, FX)

• Avoid exporting every single track unless requested

• Ensure all stems start at the same timestamp, even if some are silent at the beginning

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3. Stereo Files

• All stems should be stereo, unless the sound is clearly mono

• Ensure proper panning within each stem (e.g. keep stereo width of background vocals)

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4. Headroom

• Leave at least -6 dB of headroom on each stem

• No limiter or maximizer on individual stems or the master bus

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5. Effects

• Include creative effects (delays, reverbs, modulation etc.) if they are part of your intended sound

• Do not include mastering-style effects like limiters or multiband compression

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6. Naming

• Clearly name each stem file, for example:
  _Drums.wav
  _Vocals.wav

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7. Reference Mix & Tracks ( optional )

• Include your final stereo mix as a reference

• You may also send 1–2 reference tracks that represent the sound you are aiming for

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8. Communication

• Please include a few lines about:

  • What you’re hoping to achieve with the mastering

  • Any specific concerns or areas you’d like focus on

  • How and where the master will be used (e.g. streaming, vinyl, CD)

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If you have any questions or need help exporting your stems,

don’t hesitate to get in touch.