Mastering for TuneCore: Complete 2025 Distribution Guide
TuneCore is a leading music distribution service delivering your music to major streaming platforms worldwide. Understanding their technical requirements ensures smooth uploads and optimal sound quality.
TuneCore Technical Requirements
**File Format**: WAV (24-bit, 44.1 kHz preferred) **Loudness**: -11 LUFS integrated recommended **True Peak**: -1.0 dBTP maximum **Quality**: No clipping, no distortion
Optimal Mastering for TuneCore
Universal Target
**-11 LUFS Integrated Loudness** This works for all platforms TuneCore distributes to.
File Preparation
- Export 24-bit WAV at 44.1 kHz
- Verify -1.0 dBTP headroom
- Check integrated LUFS (-11 target)
- Test on multiple playback systems
- Upload to TuneCore
Platform Distribution
TuneCore delivers to: - Spotify - Apple Music - Amazon Music - YouTube Music - Tidal - Deezer - 150+ more platforms
**One master works for all platforms** when optimized correctly.
Quality Control Checklist
- [ ] 24-bit WAV format
- [ ] 44.1 kHz sample rate
- [ ] -11 LUFS integrated
- [ ] Below -1.0 dBTP true peak
- [ ] No clipping
- [ ] Clean start/end
- [ ] Proper metadata
- [ ] Correct file naming
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