Best Auto Mastering Settings by Genre
Use these starting points, then A/B against your reference tracks.
| Genre | Auto mastering focus | Typical loudness |
|---|---|---|
| Hip-hop | Low-end control + vocal presence | -9 to -8 LUFS |
| Pop | Balanced brightness + punch | -10 to -8 LUFS |
| EDM | Impact + stereo width | -8 to -6 LUFS |
| Rock | Midrange energy + glue | -11 to -9 LUFS |
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