How to master a song on iPad/iPhone with AudioMaster Pro

How to master a song on iPad or iPhone using AudioMaster Pro.
In this video, I show how to use the AudioMaster Pro app on iPad or iPhone to master your own GarageBand song. Mastering using AudioMaster is super simple and an effective way to get more volume and make your songs “radio ready”.
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[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Learn how to master a song in GarageBand iOS - kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3i3iammmrV9has

[@bobbysbeats5249]

Great video, sounds easy, I started to make music in Garage Band - greetings, BOBBY BEAT

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one. Welcome! 🙏

[@rcknicholson]

Oh my, the amazing diverse offerings in apps...which one? Which one? Fun time

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haha! It can be a little overwhelming can’t it? Which is why I always talk about a free alternative where possible.

[@dantuck7193]

Pete, thanks for this demo and explanation, I’ve been using this app a little bit and feel like I have a better handle on it now, thanks again!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one! You’re very welcome. I hope you get value from the other videos here on the channel and consider subscribing. 👍

[@timstagray3680]

Thanks for reviewing AudioMaster. I have always thought this was a fantastic app!!! No problems, just use it and it works. Thanks Pete. 👍!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cheers Tim. It’s definitely a great app if you just want a no nonsense way to master your songs with minimal effort. 👍

[@sayso286]

A Very educational video much respect man 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙏🏼🔥🌊💸

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Thank you my friend. I hope you get value from the other videos on the channel and consider subscribing if you haven't already.

[@barringtongates6470]

I’ll check out that app. I just use the free AUEQPOD over 4 separate tracks with the top track being the original without any changes lowered down in dB by -5 to -10db. And the other tracks I lower their dB as well as I add the pods to them.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one! A good use of the plugins there for sure! If it a working for you, I tend to suggest sticking to it. If you find you want a different send or more options, you can try something like this.

[@princessl.d.g.]

I just got the app! 🤩

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Nice one! It’s a great way to get simple masters.

[@princessl.d.g.]

What is the difference between settings 1, 2, and 3?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Generally the intensity of the master. Light, medium, heavy.

[@curlyheadsteph583]

Audio master did a update where u can use it during the recording process n u can just plug it in n they let u have more control of editing the master idk how to explain it Buhh can u do a video on that??

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Cool! Yeah, it’s in my list to explore again soon.

[@hkkendall7150]

Pete...Man you are ALL OVER KZbin brother! How’s it going?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Going well my friend! Sorry for the super delayed response. Missed this one somehow!?!?

[@emiliogamboa-leon9548]

When we export a GarageBamd iOS project to AudioMaster, we don’t have the input fader to give more headroom with the GarageBamd iOS auto normalization.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

True. It’s why using the loud noise hack is needed. Or use something else that has input gain. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZnCc5xtbN52Zqs

[@yasminsaeed4529]

Awsome

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

😎🤘

[@infarction8840]

Hi Pete, nice one. So I'm currently using GrandFinale on your (previous) recommendation. I like it and I'm getting used to it, but I do use its presets then minimally change things (if anything). My question is should I stick with GF or switch to this one? Any advice there?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there my friend. I think Grand Finale has more options and more control so I would probably stick with that. I think AudioMaster is a good option for folks who don’t want to spend much time at all with mastering, or need to master a lot of audio quickly.

[@dafingaz]

I haven't used this app in a long time. It is great! But I wish it was AUV3 so I could use it in line on a master or Main Out track in a DAW. Have you tried Lurssen ($$$$$)?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I haven’t tried Lurssen yet. I hear good things but quite pricey. I think this is actually usable as an AUv3 now? I’ll have to test it out in GarageBand and let you know. Maybe next video?

[@dafingaz]

@@PeteJohnsMusic I missed the AUV3 update. That would be awesome if it is. Right now, I go between Tonebooster and Bark Filter for mastering (usually with Stereo Width at the top of the master output now)...

[@settingsuntheband]

Hey Marcus Manderson! AudioMaster can be used an AUv3 👍

[@darrenmitchell1744]

Gary Levitt So with Auv 3 can use preset eqs on individual tracks ?

[@zxyvandergozzilliana4143]

access all audio sonority maker

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Not sure what you’re saying sorry?

[@PabloDeModeOfficial]

Excellent video, Pete, as always! One question: if you use first the (Custom) EQ and limiter but then you choose any of the other presets, will the first EQ work as an integrated chain (i.e. EQ, then preset, then limiting, then export)? It is really important to know. Why? If the EQ would be cancelled by the other presets (and then you can’t tweak more parameters), Grand Finale is a better choice in my opinion? Thanks again :)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So, no - once you choose another preset you lose your custom EQ settings. Grand Finale might’ve better if you’re looking for more control. And Final Touch if you want ultimate control.

[@PabloDeModeOfficial]

Pete Johns Thank you so much for your answer! Although the Audiomaster Pro is a great app, it is too simple to use it for mastering and quite expensive consiering that you can’t tweak parameters on the presets. But if you have a great song perfectly mixed, this could be a good option to use.

[@seanohaimheirgin1047]

It's adding compression, not limiting

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey Sean. I seemed to find that it wasn’t pushing over 0dB so assumed it was a limiter? Limiting is just compression with a high or infinite ratio at the end of the day.

[@seanohaimheirgin1047]

@@PeteJohnsMusic A compressor will boost the signal in a variety of ways but generally far more musically than just adding gain then stripping anything over 0db. A limiter is basically just lopping off anything over a certain level. A compressor is boosting the quieter levels and leaving the louder stuff alone. A mastering compressor working with a preset setting such as this is more than likely boosting particular frequencies and leaving others alone, a bit like taking a second copy of your music, putting it through an EQ, boosting the EQ'd signal then overlaying it on the original at a louder volume.

[@aaronshortmusic]

I just got this but I don’t hear distortion when turning the level up and then the file is distorted once it exports. Do you know how to fix that?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yeah, I find that I need to very gentle in the output level.

[@aaronshortmusic]

@@PeteJohnsMusic It does not show what is being output. I have to keep exporting the file until it’s the correct volume. Doesn’t seem very intuitive.

[@curlyheadsteph583]

My save options have 2 waves so which one do I pick?? There’s default wav(16 bit) and HD wav(32 bit float)

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

24 or 32 bit mastering is preferred.

[@HarshDimension15]

hey can you tell me that how can I record my voice in audiomaster?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’ll need to record in something like GarageBand or AudioShare first. studiolivetoday.com/GarageBand

[@spacerockerlightyears]

Hi Pete. If you master a track using a plugin then say import it back to GarageBand iOS after mastering. If you share it, the final master that is, won’t it be normalised therefore wrecking the whole process? I remember the FX track hack but once you bring the master back into GarageBand then share that you’re back to normalising. How do you preserve the mastering in the latter case?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So, yes - if you use a mastering app outside of GarageBand, I recommend not brining that back in and instead just using that final WAV file as the master file to release.

[@electronicbagatelle]

Thank you that was really insightful. Can I ask I recorded something to into AUM with AUv3 app instances and it sounded great over my headphones on my ipad. The minute I send it to my PC, again using the same headphones, it sounds a bit muted. Is it just a simple thing of mastering it to solve this? Apologies for the noob question!!

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Hey there. So I’m not super proficient with AUM and don’t know how it treats exported audio. I’m assuming you are exporting at the highest possible quality and uncompressed? Maybe ask over at the Create Record Release Facebook group as lots of very knowledgable folks there. Http://createrecordreleaae.com

[@electronicbagatelle]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Thanks. I think it just dawned on me my PC has not got a great sound card, so silly me! I should have thought of that first. Thanks for the great forum link. Generally I'm going to stick to ipad music production now, and upload to instagram/bandcamp (one day hehe) so I have been doing uncompressed but the app you recommended I think might come in handy too. :)

[@alifunkyfize]

Hi Pete, thanks for all your help, but please tell me, would you use your 1st way of mastering on IOS which is exporting in wav, starting a new project on garageband, upload the wav export, add peak limiter and lrc5 or, would you use audiomaster or final touch? I guess you cant use the 1st method and use one of these apps on top of it. Sorry but I'm seriously struggling to get this master right

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, it’s really a personal choice and depends on your mix and style of music. I like the simplicity of the GarageBand method but it won’t always make your mix “pop” quite as much as some of the apps can. If you want the ultimate flexibility and have some time to get it right, Final Touch is my go to. kzbin.info/aero/PLc8Xg_23Wa576LHjLmYHbYtuxAObdbiBh

[@alifunkyfize]

@@PeteJohnsMusic legend thank you

[@princessl.d.g.]

If my audio file looks like a sausage, how can I correct that?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

You’ll need to fix that in the mixing phase. Before you export to master. And really, it comes down to turning your volumes down.

[@princessl.d.g.]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Oh! I'll turn the volumes down. Thanks, you're the best! 😎

[@novacascade5005]

Hi Pete. Do you know if this exports at 24 bit? Thank you in advance.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I believe it does? I haven’t used in a while though sorry.

[@novacascade5005]

@@PeteJohnsMusic Luckily it does! Cheers Pete!

[@Weyovayuhhedzrispektively13]

Greetings Pete Yuh not a big fan of EMASTERED or BAND LAB for MASTERING?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

I lean towards Final Touch mostly. Or Cubasis which seems very cool.

[@Weyovayuhhedzrispektively13]

Ok Mi EMASTERED a try it just seems like Sumting is missing but mi can’t quite put mi finger on it. What do yuh Tink dat might be or do yuh feel di price is a bit steep per month mi believe?

[@princessl.d.g.]

How loud should a master be?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Lots of various opinions on that I’m afraid. But you do want your max volume to generally be up around 0dB.

[@MarkBennett007]

Great Pete.......could you put it through Final Touch after or not?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yep, you would need to be careful that you still had some headroom as AudioMaster will already limit the audio. I tend to use one or the other. AudioMaster if I want something quick and easy, and Final Touch when I have more time and want to be precise.

[@MarkBennett007]

Pete Johns ....... and excuse me please.... your song sounds fabulous.

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

Does this export at 24bit 48 kHz, mate?

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yes, I believe it retains original resolution. It does retain 24-bit, but I use 44.1 so can’t confirm if it retains 48.

[@TheOverlordOfProcrastination]

@@PeteJohnsMusic thanks for the reply. Do you upload your songs to Motion Array?

[@sm_4859]

Only presets they dont have is metal ☹️

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Yeah. A bit sad isn’t it? The rock one works well for metal.

[@slumdogjay]

Oh I like that. Idiot proof. Perfect for me. Lol.

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

Haha! It is a very easy way to get some extra volume and a little EQ tweak on your tracks.

[@slumdogjay]

Pete Johns It sure is. 🙂

[@reggiefurlow1]

I swear for the life of me I thought all it did was make my stuff louder? Let me watch this video

[@PeteJohnsMusic]

If you leave it on the “EQ” setting and just dial up the volume, then yes - but there’s a lot more under the hood if you use the EQ or presets.

[@reggiefurlow1]

I think I'm maybe sending the mixes into the software too loud? Maybe. Have you done a video on recording volumes before you send to Master?

[@FutureMoments]

@@reggiefurlow1 Make sure your audio never peaks above -6db anywhere in the recording. Have a look at our Tips & Tricks: future-moments.com/tips-tricks

[@liamjwade]

@@FutureMoments @Pete Johns Every mix I send over ends up getting distortion that I don’t hear in my GarageBand mix. This happens even when I reduce the volume before mastering. How can I see if I am peaking at -6db in GarageBand?

[@FutureMoments]

@@liamjwade You're always better off leaving more headroom than less. I don't think GarageBand has a meter, so make sure no track and the master fader are going anywhere near the yellow when you make your final mix. Leave plenty of headroom before mastering. Feel free to contact us through the side menu of the app for faster help!