FAQ
Can I group my stems?
Yes, you can group the stems. This involves a bit of a creative process, so feel free to arrange them to your liking. Typically, we receive consolidated groups like All Drums, All Bass, All Vocals, All Background Vocals, All Synths, All Guitars, and All FX. However, variations in instruments or grouping are at your discretion. Grouping of elements may also be limited due to song complexity.
Can I upload the Dolby Atmos master to streaming services?
Yes, currently Apple Music, Amazon Music and Tidal support spatial audio. All our masters match the requirements to ensure you are set for a smooth release.
What happens if my distributor refuses to deliver my Dolby Atmos master to streaming services?
In case you are facing any issues with our Dolby Atmos master, we either provide you with unlimited revisions until the issue is solved or offer a 100% refund.
My track is already released – can I still upload a Dolby Atmos version?
Yes, as Dolby Atmos masters are uploaded as a separate audio-file with its own, unique ISRC code, you can add your Dolby Atmos master at any point, even after release.
Certain elements are missing compared to the stereo master?
This might be due to improper playback of the MP4 file. Please refer to the official Dolby Atmos website link, which contains comprehensive information about this issue here.
How should I export my stems?
When exporting your stems it is crucial that the stems match the finished stereo master exactly. When exporting the files, keep all sound design processing active on each stem and do not normalize stems or change their volume. Please keep in mind that we are not doing any mixing or volume adjustments to individual stems. The playback of the individual stems must match the final stereo master 100%. To ensure their accuracy, we recommend loading your stems into a new DAW session and reference against your final stereo master.
File guidelines
Type
.wav
Bitrate
16 or 24
Sample rate
44,1kHz – 48kHz
Headroom
-3db / -6db
Also, we require you to name your stems accurately in the following format:
Order Number – Artist Name – Track Name – Stem Type
Example
“314 – The Beatles – Let It Be – Guitar 1”
If you have grouped your stems, please name them accordingly.
Can you turn stereo master into a Dolby Atmos master?
Yes, this is a common practice in Dolby Atmos mastering. We can position your stems from the final stereo master into a 3D space, creating an immersive Dolby Atmos master. Whether your song is already released in stereo or not, you can submit your mixed stems and stereo master. We will match and deliver it back, ready for release as a Dolby Atmos ADM on streaming platforms.
What genres of music can you work with in Dolby Atmos?
As an online mixing and mastering studio, we pride ourselves on our ability to handle every genre. Every genre benefits from Dolby Atmos mastering, with more stems enhancing immersion and spaciousness in your final master.
Should I leave my plugins active?
Yes, all plugins must remain active on the stems. Ensure playback of stems mirrors the finished stereo mix, including plugins and automation. We advise loading your stems into a new DAW session and referencing them against your stereo mix for accuracy.
Should I leave panning active?
Yes, all panning must remain active, and playback of your stems should match the finished stereo mix precisely. We suggest loading your stems into a new DAW session and comparing them against your stereo mix to ensure accuracy.
Should I leave automation active?
Yes, automation must always remain active in Dolby Atmos mastering. It includes volume, modulation, EQ, reverb, or delay automation, as it is integral to your mix. We advise loading your stems into a new DAW session and comparing them against your finished stereo mix to ensure accuracy.
Should I leave delay/reverb active?
In Dolby Atmos mastering, delay must be printed to the stems or delivered as a 100% wet stem. It's crucial that the playback of the stems matches the finished stereo mix exactly.
What is the difference between Apple Spatial and Dolby Atmos?
Technically, there is no difference. Apple calls it Spatial, while everyone else refers to it as Dolby Atmos. Apple Spatial is played back through Apple’s own codec, whereas all other streaming platforms use the Dolby Atmos codec.