Production, Mixing & Mastering

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

A: Zizzo World - Cupid Darts, won 2nd Place in Universal Music dance competition, judged by TOPIC artist

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: Working on album for MOOD artist

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

A: Yes, previous artists

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Depends on the targets, time and resources.

Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

A: 100% satisfaction

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: The process and results

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: How fast I can do it...))

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: Nothing really to mention

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: If they have any references

Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

A: To provide as many details about theor project.

Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

A: My LA- 2 A compressor, macbook, Sontec Mercury microphone, SSL audio, headphones

Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

A: 12 years

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: I lean toward a polished, professional sound, combining modern techniques with classic gear

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: Any artist that has a passion for music

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: Focus on subtractive EQ before additive EQ to clean up your mix. Instead of boosting frequencies to make elements stand out, first identify and cut problematic frequencies that might be muddying up the mix.

Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

A: To be honest there is not a specific genre, but mostly are pop, edm, hip-hop

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: have a keen ear for detail, ensuring that every instrument and vocal is positioned perfectly within the sonic landscape.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring a blend of technical expertise and creative intuition to every song I work on. My goal is to enhance the artist’s vision and elevate the emotional impact of the track. From a technical standpoint, I ensure the mix is balanced, clear, and dynamic too.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: My work process is highly organized yet flexible to meet the unique needs of each project. It typically starts with a consultation to understand the client’s vision, goals, and references for the track. Once I have a clear direction, I move into the production or mixing phase and then mastering.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: My studio setup is a blend of high-quality hardware and cutting-edge plugins, designed to provide both analog warmth and digital precision. One of the standout pieces in my gear is the Teletronix LA-2A compressor, a classic hardware unit that delivers smooth, tube-driven compression, perfect for adding depth and warmth to vocals and instruments.

Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

A: Serban Ghenea is one of my favourite engineer, whose work has had a profound impact on modern music production. He’s worked on countless chart-topping hits across genres, collaborating with artists like Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, Ariana Grande, and Bruno Mars. Known for his meticulous attention to detail and ability to enhance the emotional core of a track, Serban has become synonymous with high-quality mixes that sound dynamic, polished, and radio-ready. What inspires me about Serban Ghenea is his ability to seamlessly blend creative artistry with technical precision. His work showcases a deep understanding of how to bring out the best in a song while maintaining clarity and balance, which is something I strive to emulate in my own production and mixing.

Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

A: The most common type of work I do for my clients involves taking their raw recordings and transforming them into polished, professional tracks. This includes mixing, where I balance the levels of individual instruments, apply EQ, compression, and effects to enhance their sound, and create spatial depth through panning and reverb. Once the mix is finalized, I handle mastering, ensuring the track meets industry standards for loudness and clarity across all playback systems. I also provide production services, such as adding instrumental layers, refining arrangements, or collaborating on creative decisions to bring the artist's vision to life.