Tony Cousins: The Art of Mastering

Date: 12th June 2025

Time: 2 Sessions - 4pm & 6pm

Location: KJ West One

Join us on Thursday 12th June as we present the first of our special events to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of KJ West One.

We have teamed with MBL to host an exclusive exploration into the art and precision of mastering techniques, featuring an insightful talk by the renowned mastering engineer Tony Cousins of Metropolis Studios.

Discover the world of mastering, as Tony -esteemed for his work with world-class artists (including Adele, Elton John, George Michael)- shares expert insights into the processes that shape the final sonic experience. This is a rare opportunity to gain a deep understanding of the artistry behind high-fidelity sound production.

Tony started his career as a musician. He later became a cutting engineer in 1980 at the Townhouse before becoming a fully-fledged audio mastering engineer when he co-founded Metropolis Mastering.

We will also be joined by Antoine Furbur of MBL who will give a presentation about the MBL equipment used for the event - The world renowned Radialstrahler 101 E MKII omnidirectional speakers powered by MBL’s own Noble Line electronics and the latest product release, the C41 streamer/ DAC/ preamp.

We will be running two sessions on the night in order to keep numbers manageable and ensure the best sound possible for our guests. Don't delay in securing your spot.

Tony Cousins : The Art of Mastering