I’ve ended up trying to “master” the mixes I’ve got for my project so far. Using a little eq as I mix, and then using light compression and limiting on the final step has made something that sounds good to my ears, loud yet keeping the dynamics and feel of what I’ve mixed.
I know some sound inclined folks follow me here, any great ideas about mastering? I’m trying to read up on doing it myself with my DAW for my upcoming home recording project that’s in progress.