Proudly independent music mastering from the UK
Founded in 2018 by Benjamin Lincoln, Middle Mastering provides artistic music mastering for a diverse community of sound creatives across the globe. With a clear focus on enhancing sonic character and artistic vision whilst retaining mix integrity, Benjamin creates masters with depth, clarity and power using custom // modified equipment.
The studio
At its heart is a highly customised monitoring chain allowing incredible insight into the feel, musicality and subtle minutiae of sound. Instant connection and response is everything in mastering; this chain keeps me working fast and direct, always with an appreciation for the art. A short, point-to-point wired analogue processing path has been meticulously chosen, built and modified for its musical impact, openness and punch.
Reviews // testimonials
“World class mastering! Benjamin is a fantastic engineer, very easy to work with and manages to bring out the absolute best finish on every track we send him. Highly recommend!
Matthew Tondut // Valley View Records
Benjamin has been an absolute pleasure to work with. Throughout the process of completing an album, he was attentive, quick to respond, and kind and courteous with any sort of suggestions and feedback my colleague and I had. When I received the finished product I was amazed by the quality. It is hard to describe the magic he added to the album; but in the simplest sense I could describe it as an added depth, smoothness, and clarity that was not there before.
Be Still the Earth // Artist
“Benjamin is a first-rate mastering engineer and comes highly recommended. Previous experiences have made me wary about other people handling my music but with a straight forward discussion about the desired outcome, Benjamin was able to handle the project sensitively from the off.”
Chris Herbert // Artist
I've used Middle Mastering for a few of my recent releases and honestly would say its the best experience I've had working with someone to do my mastering.
I've found Benjamin to take a real interest in my music, that he really wants to help and bring my track to life in the way I want it to be. He always takes care of any notes or guidance that I gave him and ensures I am 100% happy before we say its complete. He is always happy to make adjustments or changes if I'm not sure, and has even offered to listen to pre-mastering stuff to help and advise.
Kieldfal // Artist
“Our mastering engineer of choice at Echoes Blue Music, Benjamin always delivers a top quality service. Highly recommended!”
Ben Tatlow // Echoes Blue Music