Sometimes I get people asking me, “Zac, when you ‘master’ an album; what is it exactly that you *do* ?”

The answer to this is actually quite simple. [1/256]

You see I first take the audio in question and record it onto a used cassette tape. The more worn, the better. This tape is then transferred *back* to a digital file, and imported into audacity. [2/256]

From there, the audio is exported as a new 192k mp3. Then, using Bluetooth, this mp3 is then played off of a small speaker with damaged wiring.

As the sound comes out of the speakers, it is re-recorded onto a Yak Bak (or a TalkBoy, if you’re a Home Alone fan) [3/256]

This Yak Bak is then submerged in 64oz of Monster Energy and left to soak for six to eight weeks. Be patient! Pulling the Yak Bak too soon will result in tremendous loss of warmth, presence, and energy for your masters! [4/420]

Once ready to pull from the Monster Energy, the audio is ready to come full circle. Using your laptop’s default mic, you will record the audio off of the Yak Bak and into garageband. Note: Do not use audacity for this step. [6/600]

Finally, cut all frequencies above 50k - This is perhaps the most crucial step in the process! Some engineers cut everything above 55k, but that practice is considered outdated.

With the new file, you can add things like car horns, chainsaw sounds, or audience laughter [2/1000]

Once you have enough honking sounds, laughter, and radar sound fx added to the mix, you’re ready to send your song to the editors at spotify!! Earn that cash, motherfcker!! This is your world now. Big fish in a big pond. Music hits you and you feel no pain! Secure the bag!! <333