The Mastering Show, hosted by mastering engineer Ian Shepherd with Jon Tidey, covers audio mastering, loudness, dynamics and vinyl prep. It has 112 episodes, released roughly monthly, with a median length of about 50 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 3,000 to 12,000, implying a sponsorship rate of $50 to $300 per episode.
A focused audience of music makers who actively seek production advice
- 228 Apple ratings averaging 4.9 show a highly engaged, satisfied listener base.
- Episodes run around 50 minutes, giving a host-read spot room to be heard.
- Topics like mixing, loudness and vinyl prep match gear, software and studio services.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted discussion, interview, Q&A
- Tone
- technical, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 30 to 80 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the website links to the host's own Production Advice site and a YouTube video.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover loudness, dynamics and vinyl mastering with no sensitive content flagged; the explicit flag is 0.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.themasteringshow.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1095931813 |
| RSS feed | feeds.captivate.fm/the-mastering-show/ |
Benchmark score: 59 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| The Mastering Show #112 - When louder is easier ?! | 2026-09-30 | 30 min |
| The Mastering Show #111 - Fix it in the master ?! | 2026-08-31 | 40 min |
| The Mastering Show #110 - What makes a REAL mastering engineer ? | 2026-06-30 | 41 min |
| The Mastering Show #109 - Audio repair & fixing faults | 2026-05-29 | 46 min |
| The Mastering Show #108 - Why I was wrong about Loudness Range | 2026-04-29 | 33 min |
| The Mastering Show #107 - Mastering for 1-Off Vinyl (and short runs) | 2026-03-31 | 1 h 9 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 19 days ago, a new one about every 32 days.
This is the show where we cover all aspects of mastering. If you're interested in mastering, want to learn how to get better results mastering your own music, or even want to be a mastering engineer, this is the show you want to hear!
About The Mastering Show
The Mastering Show is a podcast about audio mastering, hosted by mastering engineer Ian Shepherd with Jon Tidey, according to the show's website. Each episode covers topics such as loudness, dynamics, vinyl mastering and translation, usually in a discussion format of about 50 minutes. The show has released 112 episodes since 2016, at roughly monthly intervals.
The show holds a 4.9 average rating from 228 ratings on Apple Podcasts. Listener numbers are not published; based on the ratings count, the estimated audience is 3,000 to 12,000 downloads per episode. The audience appears to be music producers, engineers and students, a demographic estimate that should be treated as approximate.
No sponsors were seen in the last 20 episodes of the feed. A host-read mid-roll is estimated at $50 to $300 per episode, suited to audio software, studio services and music education brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Mastering Show can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Mastering Show
How much does The Mastering Show charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 3,000 to 12,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at $50 to $300. Final pricing depends on the show's terms and the placement.
What is The Mastering Show about?
The Mastering Show covers audio mastering, including loudness, dynamics, vinyl prep and translation, hosted by Ian Shepherd with Jon Tidey.
How do I contact The Mastering Show about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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