Competent Partner
Stem mastering or audio restoration have been our core competencies since 2006.
International Representation
Active in well over 50 countries with over 1000 song productions per year.
Top Customer Service
We are always available to answer your questions!
SUCCESSFUL COOPERATIONS WITH WELL-KNOWN ARTISTS
- Universal Music
- Van Halen
- Cheryl Studer (Grammy Award Winner)
- Oasis
- Wu-Tang Clan
- Menowin Fröhlich
- Eurosport
- D12
- Rick Ross
- Percy Sledge
- Lumidee
- Ricky Shayne
Do you want to start your own successful project?
DDP MASTER FAQ
WHAT IS DDP?
DDP stands for Disc Description Protocol and was developed or introduced by Doug Carson & Associates to facilitate the delivery of audio data to the pressing plant after mastering in order to avoid mistakes and to provide security for track order and CD text. This "security" is possible through the included CD text and the checksum, found in the DDP package or DDP images.
HOW IS A DDP CREATED?
The DDP image is created according to the Sony Red Book Standard , which means that the Audio data on a CD in 16 bit are present and have a Sampling rate (sample rate) of 44.1 khz A song must be at least 4 seconds long, and a CD can contain a maximum of 99 tracks.
ADVANTAGES OF A DDP
One advantage of DDP mastering is that there are no C2 and C3 errors during burning. These are often caused by bad burners or lasers, leading to tiny scratches on the CD that are not visible to the naked eye. Additionaly, transmitting a DDP image prevents unintentional opening and playback by managers, label executives or other fellow musicians, thus avoiding scratches on the CD or audio data during playback.
DISTRIBUTION OF AUDIO DATA ON THE DDP IMAGE
Since a total of 24 bits are available on an audio CD - 16 bits for the audio data with a 96 dB dynamic range and 8 bits for the subchannel, also known as the mantissa - it is possible to pack CD information, such as CD text, into the 8 bits.This includes, for example, the title, artist's name, ISRC code, EAN code, songwriter, arranger, genre, a space for a short message, and the pause times.
HOW IS A DDP MASTER CREATED?
A DDP master is created using software, incorporating the audio data - your songs and the CD text.All audio files are imported into the DDP project, pause times are set, the sequence is determined, and the CD text along with all necessary information is added. Afterwards, the CD image is created. This usually includes a .DAT file, a checksum, and the individual tracks on the CD.
Typically, this DDP master is then zipped and sent to the press plant.
OUR MASTERING CUSTOMERS
Top mixing and mastering studio! The boss, Chris, is super friendly and accommodated all my special requests... excellent results. I can highly recommend it to anyone, regardless of the music genre!
IS YOUR MASTERING TECHNICALLY PERFECT?
In our free mix analysis you can find out whether all technical requirements are met.
DDP-IMAGE PRICES
DDP-IMAGE CREATION COSTS
Creation of a DDP image for delivery to the press shop. Incl. CD Text.-
Creation of the DDP image including testing
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2 revision versions included.
STEREO MASTERING COSTS
Our mastering guarantees a sound experience with a unique New York sound.-
Mastering of a stereo mixdown.
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2 revision versions included.
STEM MASTERING COSTS
Mastering of subgroups with analog sound. Quality increase of up to 30%!-
Mastering of a stereo mixdown.
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2 revision versions included.
Your upload to Peak Studios
First select the type of processing and then the desired service. You can find a price overview on our website Prices page.
Alternatively, you can use our upload form non-binding cost estimate get it for your project!
In the next step you can freely choose whether you want to save your audio files directly or later would like to upload, or would you rather just get a cost estimate first. For later uploading, you will be sent a separate upload link after booking (no further data entry required).
If you have any questions about data delivery or the production process, you can find all the information in our FAQ section.
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