EDM Mastering Guide
Maximum loudness, kick clarity, sub-bass control, impact
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. All Platforms
| 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
Core EQ principles for EDM mastering. Platform-specific adjustments are in each guide below.
Kick: High-pass sub below 30 Hz. Boost 60–80 Hz for kick body, cut 200–300 Hz for punch.
Sub-bass: Mono everything below 80 Hz. Boost 40–60 Hz for sub impact. Tune sub to key.
Synths: Cut 300–500 Hz ('boxiness') from pads. Boost 2–5 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. Platform Guides
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 60–80 Hz for kick body and 2–4 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.
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