Mastering is amongst the most important processes of producing great music. Yet its function remains a mystery, even amongst sound engineering circles. A good master requires an experienced and attentive ear. It’s not just about how loud you can make it, it’s mostly about unlocking the aesthetics of each project and enhancing them. Serving the music and highlighting its unique qualities.

Having extended experience in mixing and producing records, Ekelon approaches mastering from the artist’s perspective and always aims for a result pleasing to both his and the musician’s ears. 

Dedicated time is the key here. Where most mastering engineers rush their work through presets and digital plug-in chains, Ekelon likes to take his time, enjoy the songs and his work on them. 

Utilising The Cave’s hybrid setup the sound benefits from both the analogue valve warmness of outboard gear like the Manley’s Vari Mu compressor as well as the surgical precision of plug-ins such as Fab Filter’s Pro Q3.