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11/09/2026

Thinking about taking your next step in mastering?

We’re answering some of the most frequently asked questions about MIST Mastering, from the course content to cohort sizes.

The next course starts 25 September, with final places remaining. If you’ve been considering joining us, now is the time to secure your place.

Find out more via the link in bio.

Behind the desk in Studio B Where great records take shape, one detail at a time.
07/09/2026

Behind the desk in Studio B

Where great records take shape, one detail at a time.

Introducing APEX - the pinnacle of half-speed cutting.Over a decade of development, shaped by technical mastery and an u...
02/09/2026

Introducing APEX - the pinnacle of half-speed cutting.
Over a decade of development, shaped by technical mastery and an uncompromising pursuit of accuracy.

Learn more about APEX via the link in bio.

27/08/2026

Meet Luna Tebbs🎛️

Introducing Luna Tebbs, an Assistant Mastering Engineer at Metropolis Studios. After establishing her own mastering business in 2021 and building a studio in Hackney, Luna has quickly developed a reputation for her technical precision, musical instinct, and dedication to every project.

Her growing list of credits includes renowned artists such as Ben&Ben, Janine Berdin and Moses Yoofee Trio. With a deep passion for pushing the boundaries of sound, Luna brings a meticulous ear and personal approach to every master, helping each artist realise their vision. Her passion for mastering is matched only by her dedication to continuously pursuing excellence in her craft.

26/08/2026

🎚️ Not sure if MIST Mastering is for you?

In this reel, Metropolis Studios CEO Richard Connell takes us inside MIST Mastering and walks through the skills and techniques covered across the 5-week course.

From frequency shaping and dynamics to loudness, stereo, restoration, album consistency and vinyl mastering, you’ll build the technical knowledge and critical listening skills to approach mastering with confidence and precision.

Ready to take your mastering to the next level? Applications are now open for our September intake.

Rest In Peace Dolly Parton 🩷1946 - 2026 📸: Nancy Barr Brandon/Mediapunch/Shutterstock
26/08/2026

Rest In Peace Dolly Parton 🩷

1946 - 2026 

📸: Nancy Barr Brandon/Mediapunch/Shutterstock

We’re delighted to welcome Manon Grandjean to the Metropolis team as our new mastering engineer.A French, London-based, ...
25/08/2026

We’re delighted to welcome Manon Grandjean to the Metropolis team as our new mastering engineer.

A French, London-based, multi-award-winning mixer, engineer and mastering engineer, Manon brings over 15 years of experience to Metropolis. She began her career at studios including RAK Studios before forming a five-year creative partnership with songwriter and producer Fraser T Smith.

During this time, Manon worked on landmark, chart-topping albums including Stormzy’s Gang Signs & Prayer and Dave’s Psychodrama. Both albums debuted at number one in the UK and went on to win Album of the Year at the BRIT Awards in 2018 and 2020 respectively.

Her extensive mixing credits include Central Cee, Olivia Dean, NAO, Aitch, Bastille, FLO, Cat Burns and many more.

Manon’s achievements include MPG Breakthrough Engineer of the Year in 2017, Engineer of the Year in 2018, and Mix Engineer of the Year in 2022, 2024 and 2025. She has contributed to ten UK number one records and more than 25 Top 10 hits.

Her mastering credits include Dave, Clean Bandit, FLO, Fredo, AJ Tracey, Aitch, ArrDee, Miraa May, Raleigh Ritchie, Lola Moxom, Kamal, Tyler Lewis, Skinny Living, Liang Lawrence, Kamille, Lxandra and EMMMA.

We’re excited to have Manon join Metropolis and look forward to the work ahead.

For bookings please email [email protected]

25/08/2026

What is the value of a truly refined half-speed cut?

APEX brings together more than a decade of development, specialist equipment and the experience of engineers who understand how to translate music into the physical groove.

It’s not about choosing half-speed simply because it’s a premium option. It’s about making the right technical decisions for the music and giving each record the care, precision and expertise it deserves.

Explore what makes APEX different, and why experience matters via link in bio.

24/08/2026

What makes a great half-speed cut?

For Matt Colton and Stuart Hawkes, it’s about much more than simply running a record at half speed. It’s the combination of specialist equipment, precision-engineered systems and years of experience knowing how to get the best from the music.

In this conversation, they discuss the craft behind APEX, Metropolis’ highest specification of half-speed cutting, refined over more than a decade.

Watch the full conversation and discover what goes into an APEX cut via link in bio.

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