Online mixing and mastering service

Independent artists, producers and bedroom musicians who record themselves but want a polished, release-ready sound.

Flat price per song for mixing and mastering, add-ons for extra revisions or stems, and discounted bundles for EPs and albums.

• Mixing and mastering
• Critical listening and a trained ear
• Clear written communication
• Building an online portfolio

• Mixing quality is judged by ear, so build a strong portfolio before raising prices
• Get a written agreement about revisions, deadlines and payment before starting
• Many online platforms are crowded, so you need a clear niche or genre to stand out
• Check your state's rules on a business license and sales tax on digital services
• Consider insurance for your equipment and client data backups

Our estimates put startup costs at typically around $1,000 to $5,000, depending on your computer, monitoring, software, acoustic treatment and any gear you already own. Spend first on what improves how accurately you hear your mixes.

Estimated monthly revenue is typically around $300 to $3,000, depending on your rates, your niche, the strength of your portfolio and how many clients you take on. The estimate assumes at least about 8 hours a week.

Build a strong portfolio before raising prices, and put revisions, deadlines and payment in a written agreement. Check your state's rules on a business license and sales tax on digital services. Consider insurance for equipment and backups for client data.