Idan Altman

Indie,Alternative,Ambient,Jazz

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I am a minimalist, perfectionist and I will go above and beyond to make sure you get exactly what you want. I’m a full time producer / mixing engineer with 15 years of experience and I love what I do. Listen to my full portfolio and find out more on idanaltman.com

I aim to make honest, organic sounding music that represents the artist and not the technology. I want to create something unique that will survive the test of time.

As a producer I will play different instruments (guitar, bass, piano, keys, synths), program drums / beats, create string arrangements and if necessary hire additional musicians if you want to add a live drummer or backing vocalist for example.

I regularly ask for your feedback as I develop the arrangement to make sure that you are involved as much as possible throughout the production and mixing process.

My production price includes mixing and mastering which means that you get a final master that you can upload directly to Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube etc.

Song production turnaround is one week on average and I usually deliver a first draft within 1 day after payment. Mixing and Mastering turnaround is 1 day and in urgent cases I can deliver earlier.
Production price is calculated for 10 -12 hours of work during which you'll be able to revise the song as we go along . Mixing price includes Mastering and 4 revisions. Mastering price include 2 revisions.
I work for a fixed fee and do not ask for shares of copyright / royalties which means that you own 100% of the song (work for hire)

I also offer private lessons in music production, mixing and mastering - find out more on my website.

Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.

210 Reviews - 26 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    Again, it was a great experience working with Idan. Thanks a lot, monsieur!

  2. Review by Elias M.
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    "it really feels like each song is getting better" and I totally agree :) Thanks again Idan for this 3rd collab!

  3. Review by Stephen Y.
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    I enjoy working with Idan on the projects we've done together. He's patient in getting things done exactly on what you want and will continually ask questions for clarity.

  4. Review by Elias M.
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    Was great to work another time with Idan, from start to finish he communicated every step of the way, Idan added his ideas and creative soul and cool guitars into it and I am super happy with the way it turned out. Thanks again for the great work! See you soon! :)))

  5. Review by Stephen Y.
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    I enjoy collaborating with Idan on projects. He'll ask questions and is flexible to how you want your track being produced.

  6. Review by Elias M.
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    Was great working with Idan! He kept on surprising me! A lot of taste! Super communication! A real artist and a great producer! I highly recommend him. Looking forward to working on another track with him very soon!

  7. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    It's always a great experience working with Mr. Altman. Thanks a lot for inviting me again, sir!

  8. Review by Anna R.
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    I hired Idan to make a full production of a song I had written (I only had a ukulele+voice demo). He kept me in the loop during the whole process, was very patient and ready to make any changes and adjustments.

  9. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    One more project was done with Idan. It's always a fantastic experience working with him. Thanks a lot, Idan!

  10. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    It's always a fantastic experience working with Idan. Thanks, man!

  11. Review by Alex A.
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    Great to work with Idan fast and efficient!

  12. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    I've had the privilege of working with Idan on ten projects now, and each collaboration has been nothing short of extraordinary.

  13. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    Idan is one of the best producers that I ever worked with. Always a great experience! Thanks a lot, sir!

  14. Review by Jim B.
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    Idan is a joy to work with. He is insightful, respectful, and made some excellent additions to my ambient / cinematic song. He tracked a new electric guitar part to enhance with my own and it was beautiful. Idan as zero ego and made great suggestions - but never forgot that it was my song. He is also a great teacher and was able to explain some of the corrections he needed to make. Will definitely work with him again.

  15. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    It's always a fantastic experience tracking drums and/or percussion for Idan's projects.

  16. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    Incredible producer. I hope to keep working with you, sir! Thank you!

  17. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    Always a fantastic experience working with Idan. Thank you very much indeed, sir!

  18. Review by Matthew S.
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    My daughter had two tracks that she wanted to produce both with vocals and guitar chords. Idan did a great job of replaying the guitar chords so they were of much better quality. After my daughter resang the vocals to the new guitar track, Idan did an excellent job adding some additional instrumentation and mixing the vocals and instrumentation together. The final master of the songs also had a nice finish to them.

  19. Review by Marcelo Effori
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    One of my favorite producers to work with 🙌🏻🙏🏻

  20. Review by Robert B.
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    Idan did a great mix of an instrumental electronic indie song I am working on. Much appreciated.

Interview with Idan Altman

  1. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  2. A: What inspired to write your song? What are you listening to at the moment? How do you visualise your track sounding at the end of the process?

  3. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  4. A: Both - Analog for capturing and shaping the sound coming in and digital for keeping what I've captured under control.

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

  6. A: Does analog sound better, No its just more fun to use :)

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

  8. A: Its not as technical as people think it is and expensive gear is overrated.

  9. Q: How would you describe your style?

  10. A: Minimal

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

  12. A: If you really love music and are looking for a different, non mainstream sound, I'd love to work with you :)

  13. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  14. A: Start from the melody and build your way up

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

  16. A: Dream Pop, Ambient, Indie Folk, Rock, Experimental, Lo-Fi and Jazz

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

  18. A: The Beatles, Brian Wilson, Jim O'rourke, Sparklehorse, Stereolab, Pink Floyd

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

  20. A: Music production (arranging, playing, recording ,mixing etc)

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

  22. A: Listen to my work and let your ears decide www.idanaltman.com

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

  24. A: That they get what they want, not what I want

  25. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  26. A: I don't have to shave

  27. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  28. A: Listening

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Work For Hire. Production prices include mixing and mastering and are calculated for 10 hours of work. Mixing price includes Mastering and 4 revisions.

GenresSounds Like
  • Lana Del Rey
  • Björk
  • Billie Eilish
Gear Highlights
  • PSI Monitors
  • Universal Audio Apollo Twin X
  • Nord Electro 4d
  • Vermona
  • Moog and
  • Waldorf synths
  • Fender Precision Bass
  • Fender Telecaster
  • Gibson SG
  • Pro Tools
  • Logic Pro X
  • Ableton Live
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  • Is your song ready for production?Oct 25, 2018

    I believe that a great song starts with a solid Foundation so before you start adding endless layers of instruments to your demo, make sure to think about the following:


    What is the basic melody? 


    What are the basic chords that accompany that melody?


    Which octave are either of these on?


    What is the beat and tempo of the song? 


    Is the current key right for your voice?