HOFA CD-Burn.DDP.Master

What HOFA CD-Burn.DDP.Master is

HOFA CD-Burn.DDP.Master is a standalone app for preparing audio releases for CD, DDP, vinyl, and online distribution in a project. It can burn Red Book audio CDs and create DDP images with CD-Text, ISRC, and EAN information. Editing tools cover cutting and trimming clips, fades and crossfades, and track metadata; album sequencing is supported as well. Projects can contain multiple CDs or CD sessions, and batch processing works with CDs and DDP images. For delivery, the app exports DDP images and WAV, AIFF, and MP3 files, and can prepare an iTunes itmsp package. All HOFA plugins can be used in the app at no additional cost, and their parameters can be automated. It also connects to HOFA DDP Player Maker for creating DDP players for client review. CD-Burn.DDP.Master runs on macOS 10.13 or later and Windows 10 or later. The listed plan costs €89.90 once, including VAT, and a 14-day free trial is available. HOFA says two licenses are managed through HOFA Plugins Manager and can be deactivated and transferred to other computers. The software can be activated and used offline, including with licenses on USB sticks.

Who it suits

This app suits self-releasing musicians, audio engineers, mastering studios, and audiobook creators preparing releases for CD, DDP, vinyl, or online delivery. It may also suit people who need multi-CD projects or batch processing and want HOFA plugins available within the workflow.

Limits

The listed plan costs €89.90 once and comes with a 14-day trial. In the standard edition, third-party VST3 and AU plugins, plugin chain presets, clip-based plugin processing, and true peak normalization are listed for PRO.

Getting started

1. Visit the HOFA product website.
2. Choose macOS 10.13 or later or Windows 10 or later.
3. Start the 14-day free trial or purchase the CD-Burn.DDP.Master plan for €89.90 once.
4. Manage the two licenses through HOFA Plugins Manager; licenses can be transferred to other computers.
5. Activate online or use the offline activation option, including licenses on USB sticks.

Verdict

Pick HOFA CD-Burn.DDP.Master if you need a standalone workflow for mastering and pre-mastering across CD, DDP, vinyl, and online delivery, with a trial before purchase. Look elsewhere if the standard edition's listed plugin and processing limits do not fit your workflow; those features are listed for PRO.