We currently accept these and other fine formats:
* NOTE: MP3, cassette,
MiniDisc would be considered “last resort”
formats - Only use if the only possible
version of a project isn’t available in a
standard higher resolution format.
*IF* the only version is one of these
formats, do NOT alter it - Don’t make PCM
versions of existing MP3’s, don’t make DSD
versions of existing PCM data or CD’s,
etc. Changing the format will NOT
increase the quality of the source
material. In some cases, it can damage
it substantially.
** Alesis offers the CD-24 ISO BUILDER (FREE!!!) that will convert a collection of 24-bit .AIF files into an .ISO image file. After the ISO file is created, use your CD writer software to “Create CD from Image File” (check your software’s instructions) and PRESTO! You now have a CD-24 readable by MasterLink OR your PC’s CD/DVD drive! If you don’t have a MasterLink, just check to make sure that your CD drive reads the AIF files before sending out.
If sending stems (hourly rates apply), it’s preferred to have songs grouped together on the same discs whenever possible.
*Do NOT send project files or proprietary file types! ProTools projects, SDII’s, NPR’s, etc. are not acceptable. If sending digital mixdown files, they must be PCM data (WAV, AIFF, etc.). If in doubt, please contact first!
FTP SERVICE IS AVAILABLE - Files can be transferred to MASSIVE Mastering via FTP via our secure OFMS.
- It almost goes without saying - Nearly any digital PCM format - .wav, .aiff, etc., at any sample rate up to 192kHz.
- 1/4” & 1/2” analog tape at 15 or 30ips.
- Sony Direct Stream Digital (DSD) 1-bit 2.822MHz (via DVD+RW on the Tascam DV-RA1000 high definition audio master recorder)
- Digital Audio Tape (D.A.T.) recorded at 16-bit - 32, 44.1 or 48 kHz
- DVD-A (Stereo)
- HDCD (Stereo)
- SACD (Stereo)
- Blu-Ray Audio (Stereo)
- Mini Disc* (Standard magneto-optical - NOT “DATA” MD)
- Audio CD-R / RW
- MASTERLINK RedBook or CD-24 - Read below!
- Digital Compact Cassette (DCC) (yes, we actually have a DCC machine)
- Vinyl (33-1/3 & 45 RPM only)
- Standard Audio Cassette*
- VHS Cassette*
- MP3 Files:* Please, at LEAST 256kbps for decent sound quality (and only if that's the only thing available).
** Alesis offers the CD-24 ISO BUILDER (FREE!!!) that will convert a collection of 24-bit .AIF files into an .ISO image file. After the ISO file is created, use your CD writer software to “Create CD from Image File” (check your software’s instructions) and PRESTO! You now have a CD-24 readable by MasterLink OR your PC’s CD/DVD drive! If you don’t have a MasterLink, just check to make sure that your CD drive reads the AIF files before sending out.
If sending stems (hourly rates apply), it’s preferred to have songs grouped together on the same discs whenever possible.
*Do NOT send project files or proprietary file types! ProTools projects, SDII’s, NPR’s, etc. are not acceptable. If sending digital mixdown files, they must be PCM data (WAV, AIFF, etc.). If in doubt, please contact first!
FTP SERVICE IS AVAILABLE - Files can be transferred to MASSIVE Mastering via FTP via our secure OFMS.