Katsuyuki Kobayashi on SoundBetter

Songs with a clear vision — I help them reach it with clarity and balance. Based in Tokyo, with 20+ years of mixing and mastering for professional artists.

Every mix is guided by careful musical judgment, not gimmicks.
I focus on clarity, energy, and emotional impact, ensuring each element finds its place in the song’s story.

I work best with songs that are largely complete and have a clear vision.
My goal is to enhance the intention already present in the music, not to reinvent it.

I’m not the right fit for projects focused on imitating references or chasing loudness.
If your priority is hype over substance, this won’t be the right match.

Listen to the examples to hear how musical intention guides each mix, preserving clarity, dynamics, and energy.

Feel free to contact me if your project aligns with this approach, I’ll provide rates and turnaround times upfront.

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

Credits

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No Regret Life
The Rodeo Carburettor
Katsuyuki Kobayashi
Ellegarden
Ellegarden
T.M. Revolution
Anthem

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Interview with Katsuyuki Kobayashi

Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: My purpose is to build up your music better and get your trust and satisfaction.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Rock,Pop,Punk,EDM
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: That makes your song add some warmth and convincing.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: My sounds coexist analog and digital.That means I combine strong points from both of them.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: My world class equipment: Protools HDX, Logic ,Studio One SSL Sigma(Summing Mixer) SSL Fusion Smart Research C2 Manley SLAM Chandler Limited Curve Vender Plugins: UAD, PluginAlliance ,Pulser Plugins, Sound toys, FabFilter, KIT Plugins, Valhalla, Waves , SlateDigital and more. Apogee Symphony I/O MK2 UAD-2 OCTO*2