ARIA — Automated Analog Mastering
ExternalARIA Mastering is the world's only fully automated analog mastering solution, developed by Grammy-winning engineer Colin Leonard. It harnesses high-end analog gear like the Millennia NSEQ-2, Pendulum Variable Mu, and Manley Massive Passive to deliver real-time, professional-quality masters that preserve dynamics, add warmth, and ensure high headroom. Ideal for DIY producers, indie artists, and budget-conscious creators, ARIA provides fast, consistent results with affordable pricing starting at $9.90 per track, perfect for demos, references, and quick polishes without the expense of human engineers.
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Description
ARIA Mastering is the world's only fully automated analog mastering solution, developed by Grammy-winning engineer Colin Leonard. It harnesses high-end analog gear like the Millennia NSEQ-2, Pendulum Variable Mu, and Manley Massive Passive to deliver real-time, professional-quality masters that preserve dynamics, add warmth, and ensure high headroom. Ideal for DIY producers, indie artists, and budget-conscious creators, ARIA provides fast, consistent results with affordable pricing starting at $9.90 per track, perfect for demos, references, and quick polishes without the expense of human engineers.
Key capabilities
- Fully automated real-time mastering using high-end analog gear (Millennia NSEQ-2, Pendulum Variable Mu, Manley Massive Passive)
- 5 mastering presets (A-E)
- Up to 5 free revisions per track
- Preserves dynamics, adds analog warmth and high headroom
Core use cases
- 1.Quick demos and client approval references
- 2.Budget mastering for indie music projects
- 3.Suitable for genres like rock, EDM, hip-hop
Is ARIA — Automated Analog Mastering Right for You?
Best for
- DIY producers and indie musicians for quick, consistent masters
- Budget-conscious users needing fast previews and polish
Not ideal for
- Professional final releases requiring human customization
- High-volume users seeking optimal value
Standout features
- Pricing tiers: Single $9.90, Artist $49/mo (10 songs), Project $99/mo (25 songs), Professional $249/mo (100 songs)
- 3-step process: Upload, automated analog mastering, preview/download
- Add-ons: MFiT +$10, 48kHz +$10
- Free trial available
Pricing
Artist Subscription
Professional Subscription
Single Master
Project Subscription
User Feedback Highlights
Most Praised
- Produces balanced, loud masters retaining dynamics and smooth air
- Professional endorsements for consistency, warmth, and convenience
- Quick, musical results ideal for references
- Reasonable pricing for DIY and budget needs
Common Complaints
- Slower processing around 7 minutes per track
- Lacks true analog 'magic' compared to human engineers
- Subscriptions expensive for high-volume use
- Occasional inconsistency or distortion reported