DJ mix mastering guides
Guides on DJ mix mastering, loudness, and getting your mixes ready for streaming.
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Acetate 1.3.3: Publish to SoundCloud Without Leaving the App
Master your mix, then post it. 1.3.3 adds a two-step SoundCloud publish and a full reliability pass over exports.
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Ozone vs Automated Mastering - When Each Makes Sense
iZotope Ozone gives you full control. Automated mastering gives you speed. Here's when to reach for each.
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Why Your Techno Mix Sounds Thin on Club Systems
Your mix sounded full on headphones but thin on the dancefloor. Here's what's actually happening.
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LUFS Targets for Bandcamp, SoundCloud & Spotify in 2026
What loudness each platform actually plays back at, and the single target that works everywhere.
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Why Your DJ Mix Sounds Quiet on SoundCloud
The real reason your mix loses loudness on streaming platforms - and how to fix it before you upload.
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How to Master a DJ Mix
What mastering actually does for a mix vs a track, and the key decisions that matter.