What Apple Digital Masters means
Apple Digital Masters is Apple Music's program for releases mastered to its high-resolution standard by a certified studio. Distinct Mastering is one of those studios.
What your files need
For Apple Digital Masters your files must be 24-bit at 44.1 kHz or higher, straight from your session. No bit-padding (a 16-bit file saved as 24-bit) and no downsampling.
The app checks every file you upload and tells you right away if one won't qualify.
Turnaround and revisions
Most projects are delivered within 2 to 3 business days, with rush options if you're on a deadline. Each track includes 2 rounds of revisions within 7 days of your first master.
Questions
Can any mastering engineer deliver Apple Digital Masters?
Only certified studios can. Distinct Mastering is certified.
My mix is 16-bit. Can it be Apple Digital Masters?
No. ADM needs a true 24-bit file at 44.1 kHz or higher from your session. Re-export at 24-bit rather than converting a 16-bit file.
