Mastering is the final step in the production of audio, be it for CD, LP, DVD, Blu-ray or cinema. It involves, among other things, compiling each separate track or song into a unified presentation. It requires an ideal listening environment and equipment to enhance the sonic subtleties of the material. Mastering provides the last quality control evaluation before manufacturing and serves as the link between the artistic and technical elements of a production. More important than the room and gear is the objective and experienced engineer behind the controls.
We pride ourselves in working collaboratively with our clients, ensuring the artist's vision, and have worked with many top studios, producers and labels in Norway and abroad.
Sonovo's studio A provides optimal response for both 5.1 Surround and 2 channel Stereo work. The room was designed by Tom Jouanjean of Northward Acoustics (Brussels/New York). Monitoring consists of Magnepan MG3.6R powered by custom 700W Hexateq monoblocks with class D amplification modules from Hypex. Our DAW of choice is Sonic Studio soundBlade with full NoNoise 2 and other options. For analogue playback a Studer A80 Mk II and a Michell Gyrodec with custom arm and a choice of pickups are available, with Graham Slee Projects Era Gold Reflex RIAA. We use a custom made Crookwood Mastering Console to handle stereo and 5.1 signal routing. Mastering tools include the latest from API, Manley, Crane Song, Weiss, Mytek, Dorrough, Fred Forssell, Millenia Media and others.
Sonovo is located in downtown Stavanger with easy access to all facilities.
