Nick Ruffalo (Ruff)

Music Producer & Engineer

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Hey! I'm Nick a music producer, mixing and mastering engineer & songwriter from New Jersey who specializes in all facets of pop music. My artist project "Ruff" has amassed over 20 million streams across all DSPs. I'll work side-by-side with you every step of the way to assure that your final track is radio-ready to your 110% satisfaction!

Are you looking for a full-blown production from scratch? Mixing and mastering services? Or tweaks and edits in your existing instrumental? Together we will take your production to the next level to truly find your sound!

HOW TO START
-Contact me and send over the project details, listening links, reference tracks, etc.
-We will discuss a price that makes sense for the project's details and fund 50% before starting
-Once the project is funded and started, we will work together every step of the way to get the best possible final version!

GUARANTEES
- Quick turn-around time
- 110% satisfaction
- You will be provided with all necessary stems upon completion of the project

Send me an email through 'Contact' button above and I'll get back to you asap.

28 Reviews - 3 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Always a pleasure working with Ruff! Great producer who takes pride in his work. Looking forward to my next project with him!

  2. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Always a pleasure working with Nick! Very talented producer who can get your track to where it needs to go.

  3. Review by Karim N.
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    Nick (Ruff) remixed for me a song that I've been listening to for years. I am very satisfied with his work. He is very patient and has a lot of ideas. Looking forward to working with him again !

  4. Review by Karim N.
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    I enjoyed working with RUFF. He remixed for us a song of our composition in a complete different style.

    Although it was not easy to do, he succeeded in making an enjoyable remix.

    RUFF is friendly and very patient. He listened all the time to our suggestions and proposed good ideas when we were blocked.

    I hope to work with him again.

  5. Review by Drew F.
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    Nick and I have worked together before and it was awesome collaborating again. If you’re looking for someone to turn your project into a masterpiece, Nick is your guy. Extremely talented, awesome communication, brilliant ideas, and understands your vision perfectly. Looking forward to the next one!

  6. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Always great working with Ruff! A very talented producer who elevates your tracks to the next level. Thanks again!

  7. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    It was a pleasure working with Ruff, as always. Finished product was exactly what I was looking for. Very talented producer!

  8. Review by Hamilton McKay Belk
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    Nick was a pleasure to work with! He’s a highly skilled producer with awesome songs. Many thanks!

  9. Review by Nikos Mavridis
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    Nick is a very talented musician. It was a pleasure to work on his project. Would definitely work with him again in the future.

  10. Review by Drew F.
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    Extremely talented, awesome communication, knows exactly how to bring your vision to life. Nick will work until you are satisfied with your project; I thoroughly enjoyed our collaboration. He is very passionate about what he does and it shows in his work. I'm looking forward to the next project with him!

  11. Review by Anthony Y.
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    Got back super quickly every time as well as being very cooperative.

  12. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Always a pleasure working with Ruff! Great work and quick turnaround times.

  13. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Extremely satisfied with the latest project he worked on, as always. Quick turnaround and pinpoint revisions.

  14. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Great engineer who continues to display talent and professionalism. I'll definitely be working working with him again.

  15. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Great producer, always gets my track to where it needs to be and very easy to work with

  16. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Always a pleasure working with Nick. Fast turnaround, and an amazing final product.. Will use him again soon!

  17. Review by JT Roach
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    Nick was awesome to work with and we got a great song. Would work with him again anytime.

  18. Review by Giancarlo M.
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    Another great experience with Ruff! The final result sounds great

  19. Review by Marze
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    Very understanding and professional producer. Made it so easy to work with him!

  20. Review by Walter D.
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    This person did all of what I wanted with his own flare to it.

Interview with Nick Ruffalo (Ruff)

  1. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  2. A: As impressive as technology has gotten over the last decade, there is something about using analog gear that brings a certain "warmth" to your track you just can't truly achieve with digital. The last 1% !

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

  4. A: Mixing & mastering, as well as production and lyrical work!

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

  6. A: My inspiration comes from a very mixed bag of artists, including The Chainsmokers, Journey, Gryffin, Hans Zimmer, Quinn XCII, Cheat Codes, and Lost Kings.

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

  8. A: I would bring my laptop, an unlimited power generator, my MIDI keyboard, Kontakt and Sylenth!

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

  10. A: What element of your track was the "spark" that shaped and dictated your process? Now let's capitalize on that !

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

  12. A: EDM and Pop.

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Summer of '16

I was the Songwriter, Producer, & Engineer in this production

Terms Of Service

3 FREE revisions + 50$ per extra revision afterwards
Turn-around time = 1-2 weeks or less

GenresSounds Like
  • The Chainsmokers
  • Gryffin
  • ILLENIUM
Gear Highlights
  • Ableton Live 11
  • Ableton Push 2
  • Waves Audio Plugins
  • FabFilter Plugins
  • Serum
  • Sylenth
  • Nexus
  • LABS
  • T-Racks
  • Soothe 2 & Kontakt.
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