Fab Dupont unveils the secrets of mastering and gives you the keys to understand this vital part of the record making process.

In this tutorial you'll learn:

• Where mastering came from
• How mastering has evolved through time
• Why mastering is just as important as recording and mixing
• Why you should hire a mastering engineer for your records

Fab details the goals of mastering and believe it or not, it's not just about making your record sound louder than a Katy Perry record.

If the concept of mastering has always seemed obscure and distant from you, this video will start down the path towards mastering enlightenment.

For anyone looking to become more enlightened on how to master for themselves, check out Fab's Mastering Tools tutorial.