Logic Pro X Synthwave Mastering chain (EDM Sessions EP086)

Logic Pro X Synthwave Mastering chain

Episode 86 features a mastering session by Mikas on his song Aura, the song genre is mainly synthwave with breakbeats drums. The master was prepared in 32 bits at 96000KHZ for maximum headroom and flexibility.

We begin the session with applying some gain using the auto gain function of our Renaissance equalizer, we then use the VEQ4 to slightly boost the bass signal, we start adding character at this point. We then continue with a L2 ultramaximizer applying 2 DB of gain.

Movin on to our LINMB multiband processor with an Adaptive electro mastering setup, again with a minimal compressor of a maximum of 2 or 3DB maximum. We then add a API 2500 Compressor to start the gluing process of the song. Then we use Center to make the track as wide as possible to achieve an enveloping sound.

We then use the Kramer tape plugin to add harmonic distortion to the overall signal using saturation. Then we use the SSL G Channel compressor to again glue and add some character that is unique to this compressor. Afterward we introduce a secong instance of the LINMB plugin with a very tight, this enhances our program further.

We complete this chain with the legendary L316 multiband limiter, we realize that the track does not need much maximizing as we already achieved loudness with the chain.

We then listen to the result and comment on the outcome of the session.

May the sounds be with you!