R&B / Soul Mastering Guide
Exact LUFS targets, EQ profiles, and compression settings for mastering R&B / Soul music on every major streaming platform. From Spotify and Apple Music to Beatport and Audiomack.
R&B / Soul LUFS Targets on Every Platform
| Platform | LUFS Target | True Peak | Dynamic Range | Full Guide |
|---|---|---|---|---|
🟢Spotify | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
🍎Apple Music | -16 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
▶️YouTube | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
🌊Tidal | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
☁️SoundCloud | -11 LUFS | -0.5 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
🎵TikTok | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
🎧Audiomack | -13 LUFS | -0.5 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
🎛️Beatport | -9 LUFS | -0.3 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
🎨Bandcamp | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
📸Instagram / Reels | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
📦Amazon Music | -14 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
🎶Deezer | -15 LUFS | -1 dBTP | 8-12 LU | Full spec → |
R&B / Soul EQ Profile Overview
Vocal warmth: Gentle boost at 200 to 300 Hz for chest voice warmth. Avoid cutting this range.
Low-end: Tight high-pass at 35 to 40 Hz. Keep 80 to 100 Hz full for bass guitar warmth.
Presence: Gentle 3 to 5 kHz boost for vocal intelligibility without harshness.
Air: Subtle 10 to 12 kHz boost for modern R&B sheen without compromising warmth.
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R&B / Soul Mastering. Platform Guides
R&B / Soul Mastering FAQ
What LUFS for R&B on Spotify?
-14 LUFS integrated. R&B benefits from being slightly less compressed than EDM. A 10-14 LU dynamic range gives the vocals and instruments natural breathing room.
How do I preserve vocal warmth in R&B mastering?
Boost 200 to 300 Hz gently rather than cutting. Avoid aggressive mid-cut EQ that removes chest voice character. Use gentle multiband compression in the vocal range to control peaks without squashing dynamics.
Does R&B translate well on Spotify?
Yes. Spotify's audio quality handles R&B well. Focus on clean low-mids and vocal presence.