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MixMaster Pro Documentation

Everything you need to know to master our platform and get professional mixing feedback.

Intro

What is MixMaster Pro?

MixMaster Pro is a professional mixing analysis platform built for music producers, mix engineers, and artists who want objective, actionable feedback on their mixes. Upload any track and receive a detailed breakdown covering frequency balance, dynamics, stereo imaging, loudness, transients, and more - all in under 60 seconds.

  • Instant mix scoring with detailed parameter breakdowns
  • Actionable feedback checklist with prioritized suggestions
  • Waveform heatmap and interactive audio player for precise navigation
  • Reference track comparison against professional masters
  • Stem separation and per-stem analysis for deeper mix insight
  • Personal Mentor (Maya) - a conversational music production coach for mixing, mastering, composing, lyrics, and more
  • Client Revision Feedback - collect structured client comments without sharing dashboard access
  • Audio Tools suite: Voice De-Noise, Audio Restoration, and Stems
  • Full version history so you can track your progress over time
Who is it for?

Whether you're a bedroom producer checking your first bounce or a professional engineer managing client revisions, MixMaster Pro scales to your workflow.

  • Bedroom producers & beat-makers looking for a second opinion on their mixes
  • Mix engineers who want quick QC before sending a bounce to the client
  • Mastering engineers reviewing incoming mixes for technical issues
  • Music students learning the fundamentals of mixing and audio engineering
  • Artists and bands who self-produce and want professional-level feedback
How it works

The platform analyzes your audio against professional reference standards and returns a comprehensive report within seconds.

  1. 1
    Upload your mix (WAV, MP3, FLAC, or AIFF - up to 100 MB)
  2. 2
    Your mix is scored across multiple dimensions (frequency, dynamics, stereo, loudness, and more)
  3. 3
    Review your analysis: scores, parameter details, actionable checklist, and waveform heatmap
  4. 4
    Optionally compare against reference tracks from the built-in library or your own uploads
  5. 5
    Refine and re-upload new versions to track improvement over time
  6. 6
    Use Maya, your Personal Mentor, for follow-up coaching tied to your specific analysis

Getting Started

1. Create Your Account

Sign up for free using your Google account. No credit card required to start analyzing your mixes.

  1. 1
    Click 'Login / Register' in the top navigation
  2. 2
    Sign in with your Google account
  3. 3
    You'll automatically start with the Free plan (up to 3 new analyses per calendar month)
2. Upload Your First Mix

Ready to get professional feedback? Here's how to upload your mix:

  1. 1
    Go to 'New Analysis' from your dashboard
  2. 2
    Drag and drop your audio file or click to browse
  3. 3
    Supported formats: WAV, MP3, FLAC, AIFF (max 100MB)
  4. 4
    Free plan: Up to 5 minutes per track
3. Get Your Analysis

Our AI will analyze your mix in under 60 seconds:

  1. 1
    Click 'Start Professional Analysis'
  2. 2
    Wait for the analysis to complete (usually 30-60 seconds)
  3. 3
    Review your detailed feedback and recommendations
  4. 4
    Apply the suggestions to improve your mix

Platform Features

AI-Powered Feedback

Get professional mixing insights from our advanced AI trained on thousands of professional mixes.

  • Actionable mixing suggestions with technical explanations
  • Problem identification and specific solutions
  • Professional-grade recommendations
  • Instant feedback in under 60 seconds
Audio Analysis

Comprehensive technical analysis of your mix's audio characteristics.

  • LUFS loudness measurement
  • Dynamic range analysis
  • Peak level detection
  • Frequency content analysis
  • Stereo imaging assessment
Mix Scoring

Receive an objective score for your mix's technical readiness.

  • Overall mix score (60-95 range)
  • Detailed explanation of scoring factors
  • Comparison against professional standards
  • Track improvements over time

Subscription Plans

Free Plan
Free Forever

Perfect for trying out our platform and getting a taste of professional feedback.

  • Up to 3 new mix analyses per month
  • Mix Analysis & Scoring
  • Actionable Feedback Checklist
  • Audio Technical Specifications
  • Transient Analysis
  • Vibe Chat - Talk or type to get things done fast
  • Buy Audio Tools Credits
Pro Plan ($7.99/month)
Most Popular

For serious artists and producers who want unlimited analysis.

  • Everything in Free, plus:
  • Unlimited mix uploads
  • Full mix history library
  • Refine each mix with up to 3 AI-guided revisions.
  • Waveform Action Items
  • Receive tips optimized for your DAW workflow.
  • Get smart plugin chain suggestions tailored to your sound.
  • Reference library (up to 10 saved references)
  • Vibe Chat - Talk or type to get things done fast
  • Upload & Compare Revisions
  • Reference Track Comparison
  • Buy Audio Tools Credits
Studio Plan ($14.99/month)
Professional

The complete professional toolkit for serious music production.

  • Everything in Pro plan
  • Unlimited revisions
  • Frequency Problem Detection
  • Top Mix Issues (Prioritized & Explained)
  • Visual EQ Spectrum Analysis
  • Client Revisions & feedback - unlimited new sessions
  • Personal Mentor - Get mix specific guidance from Maya in chat
  • Maya listens to your mix and analyzes changes in real time
  • Talk to Maya in any language (voice or text)
  • Upload a reference or revision for instant feedback from Maya
  • Includes 10 Audio Tools Credits every month
  • Mix Stems Insight
  • Buy Audio Tools Credits
  • Priority support

Advanced Features

Visual EQ Analysis (Studio Plan)

See your mix's frequency response with professional spectrum analysis tools.

  • 7-band frequency breakdown
  • Interactive frequency tooltips
  • Problem frequency identification
  • Visual representation of mix balance
  • Professional mixing context
DAW Recommendations (Studio Plan)

Get tailored plugin chain suggestions for your specific Digital Audio Workstation.

  • Vocal chain recommendations
  • Mix bus processing suggestions
  • Tonal goal guidance
  • Plugin-specific settings
  • Supports: Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Cubase, Studio One, Reaper, FL Studio
Version Comparison (Pro & Studio)

Track your mixing progress by comparing different versions of your songs.

  • Upload multiple versions of the same song
  • Side-by-side analysis comparison
  • Progress tracking over time
  • Version history management
  • Improvement metrics
Reference Track Comparison (Pro & Studio)

Compare your mix against professional reference tracks to achieve industry-standard sound quality.

  • Upload professional reference tracks
  • Detailed frequency and dynamics comparison
  • Identify gaps between your mix and commercial releases
  • Actionable suggestions to match reference quality

Stems

What Are Stems?

Stems are isolated layers of your mix (vocals, drums, bass, instruments) so you can hear every part in context and make faster, more confident decisions.

  • Isolate vocals, drums, bass, and instruments in seconds
  • Reveal masking, balance issues, and arrangement conflicts
  • Use stems for cleaner revisions and client feedback
Generate Stems

Create stems directly inside MixMaster Pro with just a few clicks.

  1. 1
    Open the Stems tab in the top navigation
  2. 2
    Select a mix or upload a new track for stems
  3. 3
    Click 'Generate Stems' and wait for the split to finish
  4. 4
    Preview stems instantly and download when ready
Use Stems in Your Workflow

Stems help you solve problems faster and deliver cleaner mixes.

  • Solo vocals to dial in depth, sibilance, and presence
  • Check drum transients and low-end balance without guesswork
  • Export stems for collaborators or re-import into your DAW
Stem Insight Inside Analysis

Stem Insight shows how each stem is behaving inside your full mix so you can rebalance fast and fix the right layer.

  1. 1
    Open any completed analysis and switch to the Stems view
  2. 2
    Use Stem Insight to spot over- or under-powered layers
  3. 3
    Solo the highlighted stem and compare it to the full mix
  4. 4
    Apply targeted level, EQ, or compression changes in your DAW
  5. 5
    Re-run analysis to confirm the fix and keep iterating
Audio Tools Credits & Plans

Choose the plan that fits your workflow and generate stems when you need them.

  • Studio plans include monthly Audio Tools Credits
  • Buy Audio Tools Credits anytime for one-off splits
  • Credits are only used after a successful split

Voice De-Noise

What is Voice De-Noise?

Voice De-Noise is a dedicated audio cleanup tool that removes unwanted noise, electrical hum, room tone, and sibilance from vocal and dialogue recordings. It preserves the natural character of the voice while dramatically improving clarity - ideal for any recording where the voice is the primary element.

  • Noise reduction - tames background hiss, air conditioning, fans, and ambient room noise without affecting the voice itself
  • Hum removal - eliminates electrical buzz and ground-loop hum (50/60 Hz and harmonics) common in home studios
  • Speech clarity - brings intelligibility forward by gently shaping presence and reducing muddiness in the vocal range
  • De-esser - reduces harsh sibilance ('s' and 'sh' sounds) so vocals sit smoothly without brightness fatigue
  • Preview before processing - listen to the result before spending a credit; tweak parameters until you're happy
When to use Voice De-Noise

Voice De-Noise is designed for any recording where a human voice is the main focus.

  • Podcast episodes recorded in untreated rooms with noticeable background hiss or echo
  • Voiceover and narration takes that picked up air conditioning, computer fans, or street noise
  • Interview recordings from noisy environments (cafes, conventions, outdoor settings)
  • Vocal tracks for music where the recording has room noise or mic bleed from headphones
  • Field recordings of dialogue where wind or ambient sound competes with the speaker
  • Zoom/remote recordings with inconsistent mic quality across participants
How to use Voice De-Noise

Process a vocal or dialogue file in a few steps:

  1. 1
    Open Voice De-Noise from the Audio Tools menu or Library → Tools
  2. 2
    Upload your audio file (WAV, MP3, FLAC, or AIFF)
  3. 3
    Adjust the noise reduction slider - start at medium and increase until background noise disappears without artifacts
  4. 4
    Toggle hum removal if you hear electrical buzz or low-frequency hum in the recording
  5. 5
    Increase speech clarity if the voice sounds muffled or lacks presence
  6. 6
    Use the de-esser if sibilant 's' or 'sh' sounds are harsh or distracting
  7. 7
    Hit preview to audition the result - no credit is used until you process the full file
  8. 8
    Click Process to run the full file; one Audio Tools Credit is used per successful run
Tips for best results

Get the cleanest output by following these practical guidelines.

  • Record at the highest sample rate your setup allows - de-noising preserves more detail on 48 kHz+ files
  • Start with gentle settings and increase gradually; heavy noise reduction can introduce watery artifacts
  • If the recording has multiple noise types (hiss + hum), address hum removal first, then layer noise reduction
  • Preview on headphones to catch subtle artifacts that speakers might mask
  • For music vocals, process the dry take before adding reverb or delay in your DAW for the cleanest chain
Credits

Voice De-Noise uses the same Audio Tools Credits pool as Stems and Audio Restoration.

  • One credit per successfully processed file
  • Preview is always free - credits are only used when you process the full file
  • Studio plans include monthly Audio Tools Credits; you can also buy credits anytime on the Pricing page

Audio Restoration

What is Audio Restoration?

Audio Restoration isolates and cleans up instrument recordings by reducing bleed, room noise, and unwanted resonances. Unlike Voice De-Noise (which targets speech), Audio Restoration is built for musical instruments - drums, bass, keys, guitars, and more - where you need the main source to stand on its own.

  • Instrument / source type selection - choose drums, bass, keys, guitar, or other so the algorithm focuses on the right frequency ranges
  • Strength control - set how aggressively bleed and noise are removed; lower for subtle cleanup, higher for heavy isolation
  • Focus parameter - narrow or widen the spectral window the tool preserves around your chosen source
  • Preview before processing - audition the cleaned result without spending a credit
  • Same Audio Tools Credits pool as Stems and Voice De-Noise
When to use Audio Restoration

Audio Restoration shines whenever an instrument recording has unwanted sounds bleeding into it.

  • Drum overheads or room mics with excessive cymbal bleed into the snare/kick close mics
  • Bass DI tracks with amp bleed or fret noise that muddies the low end
  • Piano or keys recordings with pedal noise, bench creaks, or room reflections
  • Acoustic guitar takes with pick noise, body resonance, or room ambience
  • Live recordings where stage monitors or other instruments bleed into a mic
  • Stems extracted from a mix that still carry residual artifacts from other layers
How to use Audio Restoration

Clean up an instrument track in a few steps:

  1. 1
    Open Audio Restoration from the Audio Tools menu or Library → Tools
  2. 2
    Upload your audio file (WAV, MP3, FLAC, or AIFF)
  3. 3
    Choose the instrument or source type that best matches your recording (e.g. drums, bass, keys, guitar)
  4. 4
    Set the strength - start at medium; increase only if bleed is still audible after preview
  5. 5
    Adjust focus to control how wide the preserved frequency window is around your source
  6. 6
    Preview the result on headphones to check for artifacts or over-processing
  7. 7
    Process the full file when ready; one Audio Tools Credit is used per successful run
Example workflows

Practical scenarios showing how Audio Restoration fits into a real session.

  • Drum cleanup: Run Audio Restoration on the snare close mic with source set to drums and medium strength to remove hi-hat bleed, then import the cleaned file back into your DAW for tighter gating
  • Bass isolation: Process a bass amp recording to remove kick drum bleed leaking through the floor, giving you a cleaner DI-like signal for re-amping or mixing
  • Live recording rescue: Take a keys track from a live set where the vocal monitor was bleeding in, restore it, and layer the clean keys back under the full mix
  • Stem polish: After generating stems in MixMaster Pro, run Audio Restoration on any stem that still carries residual artifacts for a cleaner remix or arrangement edit
Credits

Audio Restoration uses the same Audio Tools Credits pool as Stems and Voice De-Noise.

  • One credit per successfully processed file
  • Preview is always free - credits are only used when you process the full file
  • Studio plans include monthly Audio Tools Credits; you can also buy credits anytime on the Pricing page

Personal Mentor (Maya)

What is Personal Mentor?

Maya is your Personal Mentor inside MixMaster Pro - an AI music production coach that knows your mix, your analysis scores, your revision history, and your references. Unlike generic AI chat, Maya's answers are grounded in the specific audio you uploaded. She can help with mixing, mastering, composing, songwriting, lyrics, arrangement, music theory, sound design, and creative direction - essentially anything related to making music.

  • Context-aware coaching tied to your analysis data, scores, checklist, and stems
  • Covers the full music production spectrum: mixing, mastering, composing, lyrics, songwriting, arrangement, music theory, sound design, and creative direction
  • Typed chat and voice conversation in any language
  • Remembers the full thread - ask follow-ups without repeating yourself
  • Understands your revision history and can compare versions
  • References your attached reference tracks for A/B comparison advice
How to use Maya (text)

Start a typed conversation with Maya from anywhere in the app.

  1. 1
    Open a saved mix from the Library (Continue Improving or View Report) - this binds your analysis to the chat so Maya knows your scores and checklist
  2. 2
    Type your question in the chat composer at the bottom of the Mentor panel
  3. 3
    Maya responds with actionable advice grounded in your analysis - frequencies, dB amounts, DAW steps, and creative suggestions
  4. 4
    Ask follow-ups: "what about the low end?", "how would I do that in Ableton?", "can you help me write a bridge for this track?"
  5. 5
    Upload a reference track or revision directly in chat for instant comparison feedback
How to use Maya (voice)

Talk to Maya like you would a studio partner - hands-free while you work in your DAW.

  1. 1
    Tap the microphone icon in the Mentor chat panel
  2. 2
    Speak naturally in any language - Maya detects and replies in the same language
  3. 3
    Maya answers with spoken audio tied to your mix context, just like typed chat
  4. 4
    Use voice for quick questions while your hands are on the faders: "what should I fix first?", "is my low end too boomy?", "give me a chord progression idea in D minor"
  5. 5
    Switch between voice and text freely within the same conversation thread
What you can ask Maya

Maya covers the full music production journey, not just mixing. Here are examples of topics and questions.

  • Mixing: "My vocals feel buried - what EQ and compression moves should I try?"
  • Mastering: "Is this mix ready for mastering? What limiter settings would you suggest?"
  • Composing & arrangement: "The chorus feels flat - how can I build more energy in the arrangement?"
  • Songwriting & lyrics: "Help me write a second verse that follows the emotional arc of the first"
  • Music theory: "What chord substitution would add tension before the chorus resolves?"
  • Sound design: "How do I create a wide pad sound for the intro using a synth?"
  • Creative direction: "I want this track to feel like a late-night drive - what production choices reinforce that mood?"
  • DAW workflow: "How do I set up a parallel compression bus in Logic Pro for my drums?"
  • Reference comparison: "How does my low end compare to this reference track?"
  • Version feedback: "What improved between version 1 and version 2?"
Workflow examples

Practical ways to use Maya throughout your production process.

  • First analysis review: Upload your bounce, get the analysis, then ask Maya "walk me through the top three things I should fix" for a prioritized action plan
  • Mid-session check: Bounce a quick revision, upload it, and ask "did my EQ changes on the vocals improve clarity?" - Maya compares the new version against the original
  • Reference matching: Attach a reference track in chat and ask "how can I get my low end closer to this reference?" for specific frequency and processing suggestions
  • Lyric and composition help: Even without a bound mix, ask Maya for help writing lyrics, building chord progressions, or arranging sections
  • Pre-mastering checklist: On a high-scoring mix, ask "is this ready for mastering and what should I tell the mastering engineer?"
  • Learning: Ask Maya to explain any concept - "what is mid-side processing and when should I use it?" - and get a clear, practical answer
Plans

Personal Mentor is a Studio feature. Free and Pro users have platform chat (Maya helps navigate the app and answer product questions) but not full music production mentoring on a bound analysis.

  • Studio: full Personal Mentor (typed + voice) with analysis context, revision comparison, reference A/B, and broad music production coaching
  • Free / Pro: platform assistant mode - Maya helps with app navigation, feature explanations, and Quick actions, but does not provide mix-specific or production coaching

Client Revision Feedback

What is Client Revision Feedback?

Client Revision Feedback lets you collect structured, timestamped feedback from clients on your mixes - without giving them access to your MixMaster Pro dashboard. You share a private link and access code; the client opens a dedicated review page, listens on an interactive waveform, and leaves threaded comments pinned to specific moments in the audio. No account required on their end.

  • Private review page with waveform playback - clients hear exactly what you bounced
  • Timestamped threaded comments pinned to specific moments in the audio
  • No MixMaster Pro account required for clients - just a link and a code
  • Share via Email, WhatsApp, Telegram, or copy the link manually
  • Attach new bounces to the same session so clients always hear the latest revision
  • Close reviews when the round is done - clients cannot add new comments after closure
How to start a client review session

Set up a review in under a minute.

  1. 1
    Open the mix analysis you want reviewed in your Library
  2. 2
    Click Send client review (or the client-review entry in the analysis UI)
  3. 3
    A modal opens - create a new session and copy the access code (shown once, so store it safely)
  4. 4
    Choose how to send the invite: Email, WhatsApp, or Telegram buttons generate a pre-filled message with the link and code; or copy the link and message to send however you prefer
  5. 5
    Your client opens the link, enters the access code, and lands on a private review page with waveform playback
How clients leave feedback

The client experience is simple and focused - no learning curve.

  1. 1
    Client opens the private link and enters the access code you shared
  2. 2
    They see the waveform and can play / scrub through the entire mix
  3. 3
    They click on a point in the waveform to pin a comment to that timestamp
  4. 4
    Comments are threaded - they can reply to existing threads or start new ones
  5. 5
    When they're done, they tap Finish review; you get notified in the app
Managing review sessions

Keep revision rounds organized without email chains or shared folders.

  1. 1
    Read client feedback in the Client Feedback tab on the analysis (insights row next to Action Items)
  2. 2
    When you bounce a new revision, attach it to the same review session from the modal so the client hears the latest mix without needing a new link
  3. 3
    If the session points at the wrong upload, switch it to the correct analysis from the same flow
  4. 4
    If your client loses the access code, open the modal and use Generate new code (copyable) - the new code is shown once
  5. 5
    Close the review from your side when the revision round is complete; clients cannot add new comments after closure
  6. 6
    Start a new session anytime for the next round of revisions
Example workflow

A typical client revision cycle using MixMaster Pro.

  • You finish a mix bounce, upload it to MixMaster Pro, and run analysis
  • From the analysis page, click Send client review and copy the link + code
  • Send the invite via WhatsApp to your client with one tap
  • The client listens, pins three comments: "vocals too quiet at 1:32", "love the drum fill at 2:15", "can we try less reverb on the bridge?"
  • You address the notes in your DAW, bounce a new version, and attach it to the same session
  • The client re-listens, confirms the changes, and taps Finish review
  • You close the session - everything is documented in the Client Feedback tab for your records
Plans & limits

Client Revision Feedback is included on Studio. Fair-use limits may apply; see Pricing for current details.

  • Studio: unlimited new review sessions (fair use)
  • Clients never need a MixMaster Pro account or subscription
  • Each session has its own access code for privacy and security

Best Practices

Preparing Your Mix for Analysis

Get the most accurate feedback by following these guidelines:

  1. 1
    Export your mix at the highest quality (24-bit WAV preferred)
  2. 2
    Ensure your mix represents your final creative vision
  3. 3
    Don't apply limiting or mastering effects - we analyze the raw mix
  4. 4
    Include all elements you want feedback on
  5. 5
    Keep the original dynamics of your mix intact
Understanding Your Results

How to interpret and apply your analysis results:

  1. 1
    Start with the highest priority suggestions first
  2. 2
    Use the mix score as a technical guideline, not a quality judgment
  3. 3
    Consider your artistic vision - not all 'problems' need fixing
  4. 4
    Test recommendations in small increments
  5. 5
    Re-analyze after making changes to track improvement
Making the Most of Your Plan

Tips to maximize the value of your subscription:

  1. 1
    Upload different sections of long songs to stay within time limits
  2. 2
    Use version comparison to A/B test your changes
  3. 3
    Take advantage of DAW-specific recommendations
  4. 4
    Analyze different genres to learn mixing techniques

Troubleshooting

Upload Issues

Common solutions for file upload problems:

  1. 1
    Ensure file is under 100MB in size
  2. 2
    Check that format is WAV, MP3, FLAC, or AIFF
  3. 3
    Try refreshing the page and uploading again
  4. 4
    Check your internet connection stability
  5. 5
    Clear browser cache if uploads keep failing
Analysis Problems

What to do if your analysis fails or seems incorrect:

  1. 1
    Ensure your audio file isn't corrupted
  2. 2
    Try uploading a shorter version of the same track
  3. 3
    Check that your mix has actual audio content (not silence)
  4. 4
    Contact support if analysis consistently fails
  5. 5
    Verify your account plan allows the upload
Account & Billing

Managing your subscription and account:

  1. 1
    Check your current plan in Account Settings
  2. 2
    Use 'Manage Subscription' for billing changes
  3. 3
    Contact support for plan-related issues
  4. 4
    Free plan limits reset monthly
  5. 5
    Downgrades take effect at next billing cycle

Parameter Explanations

LUFS (Loudness Units Full Scale)

Measures the perceived loudness of your audio over time. This is the most important metric for ensuring your mix competes well on streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, which normalize audio to a target LUFS level (usually around -14 LUFS).

Peak Level

The absolute highest level your audio signal reaches. A true peak level above 0 dBFS (decibels full scale) will cause digital clipping and distortion. It's good practice to leave some headroom, typically keeping peaks below -1.0 dBFS.

RMS (Root Mean Square)

Represents the average power or loudness of a section of audio. While LUFS measures perceived loudness, RMS gives a more general sense of the track's sustained energy. Higher RMS levels often mean a 'fuller' or more compressed sound.

Dynamic Range / LRA (Loudness Range)

LRA measures the variation between quiet and loud parts of your mix. Higher values indicate more dynamic music with greater contrast between sections. Modern pop typically has 4-7 LRA, while classical music can have 15+ LRA. Too low suggests over-compression.

DBFS (Decibels Full Scale)

A digital audio measurement where 0 dBFS is the maximum possible level before clipping occurs. All other levels are expressed as negative values (e.g., -6 dBFS). This is different from analog dB measurements and is crucial for digital audio production.

Stereo Separation (Technical)

Measures L/R energy differences and channel independence. High values often come from hard panning or wide effects and do not guarantee perceived spaciousness.

Perceived Width / Balance

Describes how wide the mix feels musically, based on center dominance versus side support and overall cohesion in the stereo field.

Dissonance

Measures the amount of harmonic tension or 'clashing' frequencies within your mix. While some dissonance is natural and adds character, excessive levels can make a mix sound muddy, harsh, or musically unpleasant.

BPM (Beats Per Minute)

The detected tempo of your track. This helps our AI understand the groove and energy of your music to provide more context-aware feedback, especially for rhythmic elements.

Duration

The total length of your audio track in minutes and seconds. This helps contextualize other metrics and ensures the analysis covers the complete song structure.

Sample Rate

The number of times per second that the audio is sampled to create the digital signal. Common sample rates are 44.1 kHz (CD quality) and 48 kHz (standard for video). A higher sample rate can capture more detail.

Chains (Processing Chains)

Refers to the sequence of audio processors (EQ, compressors, effects) applied to individual tracks or the mix bus. Our AI analyzes your mix and suggests optimal processor chains for vocals, drums, and mix bus to achieve professional results.

Phase Issues

Occur when left and right stereo channels cancel each other out, causing problems in mono playback and reducing stereo separation and perceived width. Phase problems can make your mix sound thin or hollow, especially on mono playback systems like smartphones.

Masking

Happens when frequencies from different instruments compete for the same sonic space, causing elements to lose clarity and definition. Our analysis identifies frequency ranges where masking occurs and suggests EQ adjustments to create separation.

Frequency Balance

Analyzes how energy is distributed across the frequency spectrum in your mix. A well-balanced mix has appropriate energy in sub-bass, bass, low-mids, presence, and high frequencies. Imbalances can make mixes sound muddy, harsh, or thin.

Transients

The initial attack portion of sounds like drum hits, plucked strings, or vocal consonants. Well-defined transients add punch and clarity to your mix. Transient analysis helps identify if your mix needs more or less punch in rhythmic elements.

Attack Time

In compression, this is how quickly the compressor responds to signal peaks. Fast attack times can tame harsh transients but may reduce punch, while slow attack times preserve transients but allow peaks through. Our analysis suggests optimal attack times for different sources.

Presence Bite

Refers to energy in the 2-6 kHz frequency range that makes vocals and lead instruments 'cut through' the mix. Proper presence ensures clarity and intelligibility without harshness. Too much creates fatigue; too little makes elements sound buried.

Onset Density

Measures how frequently new musical events (note onsets, hits, changes) occur in your track. Higher density indicates busier, more complex arrangements, while lower density suggests simpler, more spacious music. This affects mixing approach and processing choices.

PLR (Radio Friendly Meter)

A measurement that indicates how well your track will translate on radio and streaming platforms. It considers loudness, dynamic range, and frequency balance to predict commercial viability. Higher PLR scores suggest better broadcast compatibility.

DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)

Your music production software (Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, etc.). Our AI provides DAW-specific recommendations, suggesting exact plugin chains, settings, and workflows tailored to your particular software's strengths and available tools.

Documentation FAQ

1.What audio formats and limits are supported for analysis?

You can upload WAV, MP3, FLAC, and AIFF files up to 100MB. The free plan supports tracks up to five minutes long; paid plans support longer uploads.

2.How long does a typical analysis take?

Most analyses complete in 30-60 seconds. Longer tracks or heavy demand can push runs closer to two minutes, but we process files as soon as they arrive.

3.Will AI feedback replace a mixing engineer?

No. MixMaster Pro gives fast, objective feedback and DAW-specific chains, but you stay in control of creative decisions. Use it to validate and speed up your workflow.

4.How do Audio Tools Credits work?

Stems, Voice De-Noise, and Audio Restoration use Audio Tools Credits. Studio plans include monthly Audio Tools Credits, and you can also purchase credits anytime. Credits are only used after successful processing.

5.How do I use Stem Insight to fix my mix?

Open your analysis, review the stem that's flagged as too loud or too soft, and make small, targeted moves in your DAW (level, EQ, compression). Solo the stem to verify the change, then re-run the analysis to confirm the balance.

6.What is Personal Mentor (Maya) and who can use it?

Maya is your Personal Mentor: an AI music production coach that understands your analysis, revision history, and references. She helps with mixing, mastering, composing, songwriting, lyrics, arrangement, music theory, sound design, and creative direction - anything related to making music. Studio subscribers get full mentor chat (typed and voice in any language). Free and Pro users have platform assistant chat for app navigation and feature questions.

7.Can Maya help with composing, lyrics, or mastering?

Yes. Studio subscribers can ask Maya about any music production topic - not just mixing. She helps with chord progressions, song structure, lyrics, arrangement, mastering prep, limiter settings, and creative direction. Type or use voice in any language.

8.How does Maya voice mode work?

Tap the microphone icon in the Mentor panel. Maya listens in real time and responds with spoken audio, grounded in your analysis context. Switch freely between voice and text in the same thread. Works in any language.

9.What is Client Revision Feedback?

Studio subscribers can start a client review session: share a link plus a private access code. Clients hear the mix on a waveform, leave timestamped comments, and tap Finish review without an account. Send invites via Email, WhatsApp, Telegram, or copy the link. Attach new bounces as revisions, regenerate lost codes, and close the session when done.

10.What is the difference between Voice De-Noise and Audio Restoration?

Voice De-Noise targets human voice recordings (podcasts, voiceover, vocals) and removes hiss, hum, and sibilance. Audio Restoration targets musical instruments (drums, bass, keys, guitar) and removes bleed, room noise, and resonances. Both share the same credits pool and offer free preview.

11.Can I use MixMaster Pro on mobile?

Yes. MixMaster Pro is a web app that works in any modern browser on desktop, tablet, or phone. No download required. Maya voice mode, audio playback, and all analysis features work on mobile.

12.Can I share or export results?

You can share a read-only mix score link for quick collaborator views. For listening-and-commenting workflows, use Client Revision Feedback (Studio) to send a private link so clients can leave timestamped feedback on the waveform.

13.What is the industry target score?

MixMaster Pro uses 90/100 as the industry target benchmark (pro standard). It appears next to averages in your Library. Use it to gauge how close your mixes are to professional release quality.

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