APS delivers label quality, radio hit style recording and mixing while putting artists on a path to their own stardom, be it national or regional.
Chart Topping Sound, Strategic Guidance -- Propel Your Music.
My name is Josh Hayward and I am a recording/mixing engineer trained at Willie Nelson's former Arlyn Studios by those who have worked with The Black Crowes, Prince and many others. I also teach various classes such as Pro Tools training and music marketing training on Bandhappy.com
Last but not least, I am also an A&R who can help you gain the important exposure you need through major outlets, sync licensing and radio play.
You can expect BIG natural sounding mixes & exciting, mind-bending effects with pristine clarity. Plenty of dynamics too. Mastering handled by Defy Recordings.
If you're a serious independent band or musician looking for label quality sound and taking your music to the next level, contact me now.
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
3 Reviews
Endorse Astral Plane Studios
Josh did a stellar job mixing one of my songs. I highly recommend him.
Thanks for your work !Billy Rubin
Josh was great to work with, he really knows what he's doing. He made us feel comfortable and productive. The track as a whole has quality worth a much higher cost, truly superb. Do not hesitate to contact him for your next project.
Josh has prove over and over again how much knowledge he has on EVERYTHING music related. Whether you need help with marketing or getting those tracks to sound just right Josh is your man.
- Mixing EngineerContact for pricing
- Recording StudioAverage price - $400 per day
- RestorationAverage price - $100 per hour
- Vocal compingAverage price - $150 per track
- Session ConversionAverage price - $75 per session
- Post MixingContact for pricing
- Programmed drumAverage price - $70 per song
ALL costs must be paid up front for albums OR singles.
Revisions- 3/song. $25/hr fee past 3 for those w/tweak syndrome.
Turnaround time typically 24hrs
- 24ch Audient ASP008
- Antelope Audio Orion32
- Dangerous Music 2BUS LT
- Shure/Audix/EV/AT mics
- Waves
- Plug&Mix
- ValhallaDSP
- iZotope RX
- much more.
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- Artist UpdatesApr 09, 2014
Here's an update on what's up with current APS artists:
Special Guest Satan- On hold due to member being overseas
Billy Rubin- Making huge leaps forward, major eyes on him
Kie Lopez- Getting ready to release a new single, catching many eyes as a new rap artist to the scene!Cloud Atlas- Working on recording new EPAleere- Currently mixing the split with AVDL.
Three Fifs- The UK loves this man! He's doing great with radio and marketing.Ester Dean- Sent off a recent mix to her, waiting on feedback
Lots going on for everyone, all good! Let's get to working, don't hesitate to contact me for label quality mixing or distribution.
Josh
Chart Topping Sound, Strategic Guidance -- Propel Your Music - Upgraded Signal Chain, APS is now MOBILE!Apr 09, 2014
The new front end over here at APS is going to blow you away! Upgraded from a Lynx Aurora set up to an Antelope Audio Orion32 converter and Dangerous Music 2BUS Summing Mixer.
Everyone is loving it so far and the sonic imprint it leaves is causing more motivation amongst APS clientele, I'd love to up your motivation as well!
The best part? APS is now 100% mobile for recording needs! I can go anywhere you need me to! - APS Winter UpdateDec 02, 2013
Been working with two new local rappers, molding them to find their voice in their music with much success. Rap/Dubstep crossover makes for a mix full of big low end, so it's going to be fun to tackle that one. The other is a mixtape.
I also mixed a new song for a great musician out of Germany named Billy Rubin, fantastic stuff and a blast to work with from a mix standpoint.
Chart Topping Sound, Strategic Guidance -- Propel Your Music - New Projects UnderwaySep 22, 2013
As of late, I've been working with NY based prog/math metal group Cloud Atlas, they have some very unique tunes similar to Veil of Maya.
I've also been working with classically trained vocalist/songwriter Rhoda Joy as she is working on breaking into the industry, it won't take her too long with the talent she has, that's for sure.
Still working on completing Autumn Stay's new single. Recently mixed a track for Ester Dean as well! - Working with Special Guest SatanAug 07, 2013
I have been working with popular, local death metal group Special Guest Satan on their debut EP and I can tell you the drums are KILLER! They will be using live-enhanced drum mixes from the album mixes during their shows, so if you see them in Austin and around Texas, you'll need to duct tape your insides...better yet, eat nothing before you go.
Your home/car will more than likely explode from the intense bad assery I'm sending out to the masses with this EP. It's been a lot of fun and they're also long time friends of mine so I'm happy to help them grow. - New Brand LogoAug 07, 2013
I recently updated the brand with a new logo that's more descriptive and
in line with what APS offers which is quality music mixing. The design
shows a clean, vibrant image which points directly to my clear,
impactful, yet vibrant radio ready mix quality.
