Dave Cooley founded Elysian Masters in 2001 as one of the first mastering studios built for the indie community. 25 years of independent classics later, that mission hasn’t changed — just the résumé.

Along the way: Madvillain’s “Madvillainy”, J Dilla’s “Donuts”, M83’s “Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming”, Roger Waters, Tame Impala, Paramore, Blood Orange, Animal Collective, Bob Marley, Anderson Paak, Madlib, the entire Jazz Is Dead series and hundreds more — from bedroom demos to multiple GRAMMY winning albums.

Based Pasadena / Los Angeles, Elysian serves artists across hip-hop, indie, electronic, rock and jazz. Every project receives the same commitment: precision, nuance, and creative freedom.

AUDIO MASTERING SERVICES

Audio Mastering — Streaming, CD/DDP, Apple Digital Masters (MFiT), vinyl-ready formats

Vinyl Lacquer Cutting — In-house Neumann VMS66 lathe for audiophile and all analog tape to lathe pressings

Audio Restoration — Archival transfers and remastering for catalog and reissues