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Kevin Gray is widely known for his expertise in mastering and lacquer cutting. Founder of Cohearent Audio, he built his studio to respect the original signal at every step of the process. His reputation? Masterings and cuts so transparent they bring the listener closer to the original recording and the artist – as if they were in the room.

Founded by Kevin Gray, Cohearent Audio is more of a workshop than a traditional studio. Each project gets extreme attention to detail, far from the constraints of industrial production. This studio is known for its exceptionally precise lacquer cuts that preserve the full richness of the original signal.

Based in Germany, Optimal Media combines impressive production capacity with uncompromising quality control. Capable of pressing more than 25 million records a year, the plant is known for its strict standards. Some of the most prestigious box sets, like the Beatles’ mono box, are pressed here.