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Welcome to Da Goose Mastering

My name is Jeffrey de Gans and for near 28 years I am the proud owner and head-engineer of Da Goose Mastering. Working from my dedicated studio in Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht near Rotterdam, the Netherlands, I live and breathe mastering to reveal the true sound of your record.

With kind regards / Met vriendelijke groet,

Services

Mastering

I love to work with all forward thinking artists, producers, bands, labels, mixing engineers and production companies to deliver brilliant sounding masters that will translate everywhere.

My job is to improve the clarity, definition, soul and depth of your precious recordings by using only the best analog hardware and digital software.

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Other services

  • Besides mastering, I’m happy to help with audio editing, restoration, and transfers.
  • Interested in an inspiring talk or seminar on mastering, audio, or music? I’m always happy to share knowledge and experience.
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'The final step before release can make all the difference. I approach mastering with precision, respect, and serious attention to detail'.

Prices

Per track rates for stereo mastering

To keep things transparent, I work with a flat per-track rate.

  Tracks        Price        Tracks        Price    
       
 1 track  € 55  11 tracks  € 495
 2 tracks  € 110  12 tracks  € 540
 3 tracks  € 160  13 tracks  € 575
 4 tracks  € 200  14 tracks  € 615
 5 tracks  € 250  15 tracks  € 655
 6 tracks  € 300  16 tracks  € 695
 7 tracks  € 335  17 tracks  € 735
 8 tracks  € 380  18 tracks  € 750
 9 tracks  € 425  19 tracks  € 775
 10 tracks  € 450  20 tracks  € 800

Masters will be delivered in 24bit, 16bit and mp3 and are optimized for streaming services. More info can be found here

Albums with more than 20 tracks

If you have an album or more than 20 tracks or other specific wishes, please contact me. I will offer you a fixed price or price quote.

Sameday delivery mastering

If you're in a rush, Sameday Delivery mastering is available for €80 per track. Please contact me first to confirm availability for Sameday Delivery.

All prices are excluding 21% Dutch VAT.

Additional masters

  • Alternate radio/instrumental edits  € 15 per version *
  • Additional Vinyl ready masters € 15 per track
  • Additional approved Apple Digital Masters € 15 per track
  • Delivery as a DDP image (CD) with MD5 checksum € 40

* Alternate versions must be the exact same mix of the original version. Alternate versions have to be delivered at once; otherwise € 25 per extra version will be charged.

Stem Mastering

With stem mastering individual audio tracks (stems) are grouped together for independent control and sound processing. The max amount of stems that I work with is 5.

 Tracks  2 stems  3 stems  4 stems  5 stems
         
 per track  € 65  € 75  € 85  € 95

Please contact me first if you think you need stem-mastering. Most of the times stem-mastering is not needed and stereo mastering will work fine (and most likely even better).

Important notice:

  • Revised mixes that require new mastering € 55
  • Modified mixes that use the same settings € 35 **

** New mixes that use the same settings needs to be send within 7 days after the original mastering, or else I will charge the regular mastering-fee.

Turnaround Times

Singles or small EP's can usually be done within 3 workingdays depending on my current schedule. Albums will obviously take longer, please contact me for my current schedule and to discuss your deadline.

If you're in a rush, Sameday Delivery mastering is available for €80 per track. Please contact me first to confirm availability for Sameday Delivery.

Ordering and Payment

For single-track mastering EP's or albums, the fastest way is through our online ordering system, simple, secure, and ready to go.
If you have specific wishes, please let me know and provide me with all relevant information like: companyname, contactname, full adress, VAT number and emailadres. You will receive an agreed upon invoice and after the payment is payed in full, I will start mastering.

All prices are excluding 21% Dutch VAT.

Attended Mastering

I’m sometimes asked whether it’s possible to attend the mastering session. I no longer offer attended mastering (since 2020).
The reasoning behind this can be found here.

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 I’m all about clear communication. Got questions? Just reach out, I’m excited to work with you!