EDM Mastering Guide
Exact LUFS targets, EQ profiles, and compression settings for mastering EDM music on every major streaming platform. From Spotify and Apple Music to Beatport and Audiomack.
EDM LUFS Targets on Every Platform
| Platform | LUFS Target | True Peak | Dynamic Range | Full Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
🟢Spotify | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
🍎Apple Music | -16 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
▶️YouTube | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
🌊Tidal | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
☁️SoundCloud | -11 LUFS | -0.5 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
🎵TikTok | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
🎧Audiomack | -13 LUFS | -0.5 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
🎛️Beatport | -9 LUFS | -0.3 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
🎨Bandcamp | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
📸Instagram / Reels | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
📦Amazon Music | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
🎶Deezer | -15 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 4-8 LU | Full spec → |
EDM EQ Profile Overview
Kick: High-pass sub below 30 Hz. Boost 60 to 80 Hz for kick body, cut 200 to 300 Hz for punch.
Sub-bass: Mono everything below 80 Hz. Boost 40 to 60 Hz for sub impact. Tune sub to key.
Synths: Cut 300 to 500 Hz ('boxiness') from pads. Boost 2 to 5 kHz for lead synth presence.
Stereo width: Wide stereo at 500 Hz+ for the massive club sound. Keep low-end mono.
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EDM Mastering FAQ
What LUFS for EDM on Spotify?
-14 LUFS integrated with true peak -1 dBTP. EDM can be mastered aggressively to this target. 4-8 LU dynamic range is normal for dance music.
How do I keep the kick punching through on streaming?
Boost 60 to 80 Hz for kick body and 2 to 4 kHz for kick click/attack. Use a transient shaper to preserve the attack. Multiband compression keeps the sub-bass controlled while the kick punches through.
Will my EDM track lose energy on Spotify at -14 LUFS?
No. At -14 LUFS, Spotify plays every track at the same loudness. A well-mastered EDM track at -14 LUFS with preserved dynamics sounds MORE energetic than an over-limited version at -8 LUFS that gets turned down to the same level.