# Lurssen Mastering Console — Professional mastering tools

> Mobile app for professional audio mastering using studio techniques. (iPhone/iPad app by IK Multimedia US, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lurssen-mastering-console/id1059837456 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [IK Multimedia US, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/323694278)
- Category: Music, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 86 App Store ratings · 153 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 123 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2016-01-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lurssen-mastering-console/id1059837456/reviews.md

## What is Lurssen Mastering Console?

Lurssen Mastering Console puts you at the controls in the studio with all of the secret tools, settings and techniques of world renowned multi-GRAMMY Award winning mastering engineer Gavin Lurssen and his team. Now you can master your music on the go on your iPhone/iPad and get the professional, Grammy award-winning sound that the studio is known for. Pop, rock, hip-hop and more, Lurssen Mastering Console can help you achieve amazing mastering results when a trip to Los Angeles just isn’t in the budget.

Lurssen Mastering Console is a totally unique and new approach to digital audio mastering. It's designed to help you capture the magic of the Lurssen Mastering studio’s entire mastering audio processing philosophy. Instead of giving you just a collection of individual processors and presets, Lurssen Mastering Console provides you with models of the complete mastering gear processor chain as a whole. The interactions between the individual processors have been digitally recreated which recreates the synergistic "whole is greater than the sum of its parts" sound that has earned Gavin and Lurssen Mastering multiple Grammys.

With Lurssen Mastering Console, you have automatic access to a lifetime's worth of professional audio mastering experience. It helps you quickly get great sounding results thanks to its 40 pre-made "Styles" templates, which have been created and optimized by Gavin Lurssen, mastering engineer Reuben Cohen and the rest of the team. These templates reflect decades of combined mastering experience and fit a broad range of musical genres.

Using Lurssen Mastering couldn't be easier: Just create a project, load a song, then select an appropriate "Style" from the drop-down menu. Take control via an Input Drive knob and a five band EQ as well as a "PUSH" knob, which lets you subtly and uniformly nudge the EQs so you can "ride" the flow of the song and add that special Lurssen "magic" to your music. You can view and automate changes to the two knobs by using the waveform display with three different automation modes. You can make adjustments to EQ settings and save those as presets for easy recall — a preset consists of a style plus your adjustments. You can also view the physical gear chain and make subtle adjustments via the Chain view. When you've finished your mastering work, you can export your song to File Sharing, SoundCloud and more in a variety of popular file formats for final distribution and delivery.

With the Lurssen Mastering Console you can easily master audio with your iPhone/iPad while on the go.

Features:

• Created with Grammy Award winning Mastering Engineer Gavin Lurssen and his team  
• Digitally reproduces Lurssen Mastering's unique studio workflow, techniques and signal chain philosophy
• Synergistic “whole is greater than the sum of its parts” mastering app for iPhone/iPad
• 40 pre-made "Styles" created by Lursssen Mastering that reproduce the settings and gear used to master different genres
• 3 easy-to-navigate displays: A Studio view with controls, a Wave waveform view and a Chain view for the individual processors
• Controllable Input Drive knob
• Adjustable 5 band EQ with fixed frequency
• "PUSH" Knob to subtly enhance selected song passages via uniform EQ adjustment
• Full automation available to adjust controls to audio content
• Gangable Input Drive control for stereo balance tweaks
• Input/Process assignable VU metering
• Stereo/Mono monitoring capability
• 88.2/96kHz output processing
• Audio import from device library
• FREE app that allows demo of settings and features (with intermittent noise injected plus no export options)
• Play/Process In-app purchase unlocks application
• HD Engine In-app purchase unlocks high res processing and export
• Digital Delivery Mastering (DDM) option added to the HD Engine In-app purchase

## Key features

- Studio workflow replication
- 40 pre-made 'Styles' templates
- Input Drive and 5-band EQ
- Waveform display with automation
- Save custom EQ presets
- Export to various formats

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlimited Functionality | $99.99 | one-time |
| Two Day Full Functionality | $4.99 | one-time |
| One Week Full Functionality | $9.99 | one-time |
| One Month Full Functionality | $29.99 | one-time |
| Play / Process | $64.99 | one-time |
| HD Engine | $99.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Lurssen Mastering Console?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🎵 Professional-quality mastering sound
- ✨ Excellent sonic character and warmth
- 🎚️ Effective preset-based mastering
- ⚡ Quick and easy to use
- 🎯 Produces bright, polished results
- 💪 Delivers competitive commercial-quality output

**Cons**

- 💸 Extremely expensive pricing ($99-$170)
- 🐛 Frequent crashes and stability issues
- 📁 Limited file import options (iTunes only)
- ⏱️ No updates in 5-6 years
- 🔐 Persistent authentication/registration problems
- 📤 Poor export functionality and file management
- 🎚️ Lacks metering tools (LUFS, goniometer)
- 🔌 No AU/IAA/Audiobus support
- 📊 Minimal customization and tweaking options
- 💾 Excessive storage consumption
- 🎯 Preset-dependent, one-size-fits-all approach
- ❌ Non-functional demo mode

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when importing songs
- Crashes on launch or opening
- Registration/login failures requiring repeated re-authentication
- Audio playback glitches and skipping
- Waveform display out of sync with audio
- Horizontal mode lock slipping back to locked position
- Unable to add songs or access music library
- Demo mode only allows 5-second playback
- Incompatibility with iOS 14 and newer versions
- Files stored in inaccessible iTunes shared folder
- Cannot delete mastered files without reinstalling app
- In-app purchase authorization issues

**Most requested features**

- LUFS integrated loudness meter
- Audio Unit (AU) plugin support
- Audiobus and IAA compatibility
- Dropbox and iCloud import support
- Goniometer and multimeter visualization
- Better export options beyond iTunes
- More customizable parameters
- Improved file browser and management
- Regular app updates and maintenance
- Free trial period (10+ days) with full functionality
- Lower pricing structure
- Support for multiple file formats on import

## Recent user reviews (10 of 153)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lurssen-mastering-console/id1059837456/reviews.md

### 1/5 — So much hope

*2026-06-28, version 1.1.1*

I got free version and I liked it. I finally decided to spend the almost 200 to purchase the full capability of the app and it seems to work for about an hour before never opening again. All started after registration. Did all the trouble shooting steps and even hard reset of phone and nothing. App will not open or should I say fully open. It tries but immediately closes. Very disappointing as I really wanted to use it. So I requested refund the day I purchased. Can’t even use the free one anymore. Just refuses to open.

### 4/5 — 不停閃退

*2026-06-11, version 1.1.1*

你好，我係 Lurssen Mastering Console iOS 版永久付費用戶，使用 iPhone 14 Pro，系統已更新至 iOS 26.5 最新正式版。

目前 App 一開就閃退，無法載入音樂。我已嘗試強制關閉、重啟、刪除重裝、恢復購買、開齊所有權限，但問題完全一樣。

呢個係 iOS 26 兼容問題 — App 好耐冇更新，已經 完全唔支援 iOS 26.x，大量用戶都遇到同樣閃退情況。

懇請官方 盡快推出 iOS 26 兼容更新，等付費用戶可以正常使用。多謝！

### 1/5 — App crashes immediately when opening.

*2026-06-04, version 1.1.1*

Was using the free version. Went to purchase the paid version and the app started crashing immediately upon opening. Deleted, reinstalled. App does not open.

### 1/5 — Не работает

*2025-12-01, version 1.1.1*

iphone 16 pro. The app doesn't work. I decided to test it before buying. When I add a song through the library, nothing happens; it shows a blank page. I don't understand what the Shared Library is, and there's no mention of adding directories in the settings. When I add a song through Apple Music, the app completely closes and crashes. It's a good thing I didn't pay right away. Before starting, there's a warning about possible issues in test mode, but I didn't know what serious issues were that would prevent me from even slightly trying out the features and making a purchase decision.

### 5/5 — Muy bueno!

*2025-11-03, version 1.1.1*

He de decir que va demasiado bien! 
La app sí que es verdad que se ha de pagar por separado.
No tiene nada que ver la app con El software y se han de pagar los 99 y 69€ de la app más el software., pero por lo demás la verdad que estoy muy satisfecho de esta compra! 
Sigan haciendo mejoras que la verdad que esto promete!

### 5/5 — Mastering like Pros

*2025-09-13, version 1.1.1*

If you have an ear for music this app is phenomenal. Nothing short of magic. I only use presents and it makes all my music creations sound bright, professional and warm.

### 4/5 — Sehrgutes Mastering App aber HD Engine zu Teuer

*2025-04-11, version 1.1.1*

Sehr tolles Mastering App, einer der besten. Ich habe nur 4 Sterne gegeben wege teueren Preis von HD Engine 99 Euro ist zu Teuer die Hälfte währe angemessen und würde auch sofort kaufen.

### 5/5 — Great tool!

*2025-03-14, version 1.1.1*

I use it for professional voice recordings. 10 TV Spots On Air - finalized with LMC!

### 1/5 — 6 years old.  Out of date

*2024-12-24, version 1.1.1*

So much has happened in the six years since the last update of this app.  I tried it this morning and couldn’t even get as far as to log in to my account to restore my former purchases.  We really need some good mastering options for IOS, but unfortunately, this isn’t it anymore.

### 1/5 — Unusable.

*2024-10-09, version 1.1.1*

That’s all I can say about it, I can’t use it because it crashes as soon as I try to use it.

## Frequently asked questions about Lurssen Mastering Console

### What does the Lurssen Mastering Console app do?

This app puts the tools, settings, and techniques of the renowned Lurssen Mastering studio directly onto your iPhone or iPad. It allows you to master your music on the go, aiming to achieve a professional, Grammy-award-winning sound.

### What are the key features of this mastering app?

It digitally reproduces the studio's unique workflow and signal chain philosophy, offering 40 pre-made 'Styles' optimized for different genres. You also get an Input Drive knob, a five-band EQ, and a 'PUSH' knob for subtle adjustments, all viewable on a waveform display with automation.

### How much does Lurssen Mastering Console cost?

The app is available for free with in-app purchases. While the core functionality is accessible, certain features or advanced options may require additional purchases to unlock.

### What devices is Lurssen Mastering Console compatible with?

The application is designed for use on iPhones and iPads, allowing for mobile mastering. Specific iOS version compatibility would typically be detailed in the app store listing.

### Can I use this app to master any genre of music?

Yes, the app is designed to help you achieve amazing mastering results across various genres, including pop, rock, and hip-hop. The 40 pre-made 'Styles' templates are optimized to fit a broad range of musical genres.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.1 — 2018-06-28

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

-General reliability & security improvements

### 1.1.0 — 2017-06-07

- Classical and Jazz Styles added
- extended De-esser threshold range 
- improved dynamic range and signal to noise ratio

### 1.0.5 — 2016-08-31

- New Digital Delivery Mastering (DDM) option added to the HD Engine In-app purchase
- New Hard Rock / Heavy Metal Styles
- General reliability improvements

### 1.0.4 — 2016-06-09

- Added iPhone compatibility
- Added non-consumable In-app purchases
- Added selectable dither option on 16 bit export
- General reliability improvements

### 1.0.3 — 2016-03-02

- Added iOS/desktop projects compatibility 
- General reliability improvements

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