About Low Price Audio

Mastering

From Loud Crow

Since 2012, Low Price Audio Mastering from Loud Crow has been a staple of the independent music scene around the world. We were founded on a simple belief: every artist deserves a "radio-ready" sound without a huge price tag While the industry has shifted toward automated AI services, we have stayed committed to the human element. Our engineers bring 25+ years of experience to the mastering desk, using their ears not just algorithms to analyze the nuances of your music. We’ve worked with thousands of artists globally across every genre, from the heavy bass of Techno and Drum & Bass to the intricate layers of Indie Rock and Hip- Hop. Operating from our dedicated Bristol England studio, we combine high-end analogue warmth with precise digital tools to ensure your music sounds BIG, polished, and ready to compete on any audio platform.

Whats in our Studio

We utilise a carefully selected combination of industry-leading digital software and high- quality analogue mastering equipment to achieve the best possible results for every project. Our mastering process combines the precision and flexibility of modern digital tools with the warmth, depth, and character that analogue hardware can provide. This hybrid approach allows us to tailor each master to the specific needs of the track, ensuring a professional, polished sound that translates well across all listening platforms. At the heart of our studio lies a meticulously curated selection of world-class analogue hardware. We combine legendary British console heritage with modern German precision to provide your music with unparalleled depth, clarity, and "glue." Mastering Equalizers SSL Origin Evo: Drawing from Solid State Logic’s legendary heritage, this provides the classic SSL "snap" and clinical precision required for modern, high-energy productions. Manley Massive Passive (Mastering Version): A specialized tube EQ that uses passive components to shape tone. It is renowned for its organic, musical character, allowing for significant tonal shifts without ever sounding "processed." Chandler Limited TG12345 Curve Bender: Based on the vintage EMI consoles used at Abbey Road, this EQ delivers the iconic "Big British Sound." It adds a unique harmonic weight and silkiness to the high frequencies. Mastering Dynamics & Compressors Elysia ALPHA Compressor: A flagship of modern engineering. This discrete Class-A compressor offers absolute transparency and sophisticated M/S (Mid-Side) processing, allowing us to treat the centre of your mix differently from the stereo image. Thermionic Culture Phoenix Mastering Plus: An all-valve "Vari-Mu" compressor. It is our "secret weapon" for adding natural warmth, smoothing out harsh transients, and providing the final "expensive" sheen to a master. Conversion & Routing Lynx Studio Hilo Reference A/D D/A: To ensure your music moves between the digital and analogue worlds without losing a single detail, we use the Hilo system. It is widely regarded as one of the most transparent converters ever built. SPL Hermes Mastering Router: This 120V rail router allows us to instantly reorder our analogue chain or compare different hardware combinations without any signal degradation, ensuring the most efficient workflow for your project. Our Listening Environment ATC SCM45A Pro (Active Monitors): We monitor on the industry benchmark. These high-output, three-way monitors allow us to hear every micro-detail of your mix, from the deepest sub-harmonics to the most subtle vocal breaths, ensuring your master translates perfectly to every playback system.