Mastering

20 years of listening to music and turning knobs. Helping great mixes become great records since 2005.

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Nick Landis Mastering

Mastering

I make my living mastering records. I call it my 'day job' but it's neither a job and frequently happens not during the day... Feel free to explore some of my previous work on my website, and if you have any questions or are ready to collaborate, send a booking request, and let's get started.

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Studio Plans

Consulting

Along with mastering, I offer a range of additional services as a freelance acoustical consultant, recording engineer, technology consultant, web developer, and musician. With my expertise spanning a variety of audio-related and audio-adjacent fields, I just lump these into 'other services'. Don't hesitate to reach out if you're interested in exploring any of these avenues further.

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Digidesign Console

Education

Teaching is a recent addition to my already diverse skill set. As an Acoustics instructor in the ATI department at Austin Community College, I offer an introductory course that provides a comprehensive understanding of acoustics using algebra-only math and hands-on learning opportunities. If you're interested in expanding your knowledge in this exciting field, consider enrolling in my class and discover the fascinating world of acoustics.

Latest Blogs

Nick Landis

Stereo and immersive formats aren’t a hierarchy. They’re different tools, designed for different listening experiences. One isn’t automatically more advanced, more professional, or more artistically valid than the other. The right format is the one that serves the song.

What I Listen for First

Before I touch an EQ, compressor, limiter, or anything else, I listen.

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Why Louder Isn’t Better Anymore

For a long time, louder felt like the goal.

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What Mastering Does (and Doesn’t)

What Audio Mastering Can and Can’t Fix. Understanding that distinction is one of the biggest factors in whether a mastering session feels smooth and productive, or frustrating and disappointing. At its core, mastering is about translation, consistency, and intent.

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