Mixing and mastering
Music Producer · Commercial Music
“Mixing and mastering” (Music Producer) is being replaced by AI: it entered in 2018 and is projected to be largely replaced by 2027.
AI enters
2018
Largely replaced
2027
Replacement progress
89%
Technology / key factor
AI mastering
What this task is
Balancing levels, EQ and spatial effects across tracks, then mastering the final mix so a song sounds clear, balanced and properly loud on any device.
How AI replaces it
From around 2018, AI mastering services began analyzing and processing audio automatically, and smart mixing plug-ins now balance tracks on their own. Routine mixing and mastering should be largely AI-handled by around 2027.
What stays human
Mix engineers focus on records with specific sonic goals, working closely with artists and making detailed adjustments by ear so the final sound matches their creative intent.