When the Record Label refers to Mixdown and Mastering (M&M) it is referred to a Multi-track M&M. This is the most extensive and precise form of M&M possible. The Artist is recommended (and in case of Firespace Recordings required) to have a Multi-track M&M export available. A brief comparison
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Multi-track M&M |
Non Multi-Track M&M
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| Very precise control for the M&M engineer on all areas of his craft | (Extremely) Limited control for the M&M engineer on all areas of his craft |
| Low chance of M&M compromises | High chance of M&M compromises |
| Can work with both dry and wet sounds | Can only work with wet sounds |
| Highest quality possible guranteed | High quality is still possible, yet very unlikely |
| Eligible for a remaster | Uneligble for a remaster |
| Takes longer to process to a final master | Fast processing to a final master |
| Is organized and arranged | Is likely disorganized and improper tagged |