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Part One

Getting everything right

  • File format needed: .WAV or .AIF
  • Keep the sample rate at the source sample rate (up to 192Khz).
  • If your project contains samples at a sample rate lower than 44.1Khz, leave them "as is".
  • Do not convert any files.
  • The same rule applies for the Bit Rate.
  • Double-check that the levels on all the channels are safe (-2DBFS True Peak maximum).
  • Be logical when labeling the channels (e.g. by using common terms such as “drums”, “keys” and so on).
  • If you have channels of the same kind, clarify them by their respective roles (e.g. for keys: "Lead”, "Pluck”, “Pad”, etc...).
  • To make things easier, export all files in a single folder and name it accordingly (Artist Name - Title - Version).
  • If you are unsure or have any questions, don't hesitate to contact me.

Part Two

Export The Tracks

  • Before anything else, if you have a raw mix, export it as a stereo file.
  • Bybass unecessary plugins.
  • Only keep the plugins used to design the individual sounds.
  • Double-check those on your master track as well.
  • Bypass any unnecessary automation, but keep those that deserve your track.
  • Turn off any normalization option (check your DAW's user manual).
  • Keep Individual channels in their respective output format (mono ⁄ stereo).
  • Export an extra copy of the unprocessed vocals (I need the raw track(s)).
  • The same applies to any tracked instruments through D.I. and amps.

Part Three

Compress and upload

  • Wrote down any late ideas in a text file.
  • Provide at least one reference track.
  • Compress the folder using the following formats: ZIP, RAR, or 7z. *
  • Upload the compressed file using the provided upload link.

*I recommend using the ZIP format for its cross-platform compatibility and its native support by various Operating Systems.
Here’s a guide for Linux (Ubuntu), Mac OS X, and Windows.

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Me in my mixing room (2025) · Photo by Helmi Winerfeldt