Ayan De on SoundBetter

I like cutting records that have a longer shelflife than A BigMac

Hey There , I’m Ayan, founder of Stitch Audio, a multi-room studio in Mumbai crafted for artists who care about depth, detail, and intention. My specialty lies in Dolby Atmos and spatial audio, but I’m equally at home delivering modern stereo mixes that feel bold, musical, and emotionally clear.

Across the last decade I’ve worked with indie artists, major label talent, composers, and film creators, helping them shape records that live well beyond loudness and plugins. With a background in sound design, audio forensics, and multi-genre production, I bring both technical precision and creative intuition to every project.

Whether you need a punchy mix, a warm and loud master, a full Atmos experience, or detailed production support, I’m here to elevate your vision and help your record reach its fullest potential.

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Interview with Ayan De

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: The Ali Sethi love language Album . I mixed a few of the songs on there but was the immersive engineer on all . it was great to work on a record that deserved to be immersive
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: 3 immersive records for 2 different labels and have a few upcoming film projects
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: havent checked
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Either or depends on the final format.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I want to see your grow , lets figure this
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Everything
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Nothing really .
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That its just about getting something clean and sterile and plugins
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: Why are you doing this ? what do you want from your music ?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Be informal , i am here to help your vision
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Burl B2 ADC . Dangerous SUmming mixer , McDSP APB and my custom mastering desk
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I started off producing records way before streaming was a thing . worked on independent music and films , started working with some of the biggest names in the indian sub continent in terms of TV and Film . Dove into immersive and dolby atmos in 2019 and am forging new ways. to do things in this format every. day for records and music
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Adaptable
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would love to work with Woodkid , Its the innovation in sonics and songwriting that inspires and intrigues me
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Use your ears ! its not about how good it looks on a daw
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: its variable
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Understanding the artst
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I try and keep the feeling of the song intact. its about feeling and thats important
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Here’s a SoundBetter-ready version of your work process — concise, professional, artist-centric, and tailored to how clients browse on the platform. My Work Process (SoundBetter Version) 1) Understanding Your Vision Before I start mixing, I take time to understand your sound, influences, and emotional intent. This helps me build a mix that feels like you, not just something technically correct. 2) Session Prep & Cleanup I organize and prep your session so the mix starts clean: gain staging phase correction vocal cleanup noise control grouping + routing This ensures a smooth, musical foundation. 3) Creative Mixing I mix emotionally first, technically second. Expect: punchy transients clear warm vocal presence controlled low-end wide, modern imaging musical effects and depth I aim for mixes that connect instantly. 4) Dolby Atmos (Optional) If you want an immersive version, I deliver non-gimmicky, musical Atmos mixes that expand the space while preserving the song’s vibe. Includes full binaural + downmix checks. 5) Translation on All Systems Every mix is tested on multiple systems so it sounds great everywhere — studio monitors, headphones, AirPods, mobile, and car-sim checks. 6) Collaborative Revisions I keep the process open, friendly, and fast. You’ll get quick revisions, clear communication, and a shared goal: a mix you’re genuinely proud of. 7) Mastering & Delivery I deliver release-ready masters and all needed formats: WAV, MP3, Instrumentals, TV mixes Atmos ADM if required correctly labeled + organized files streaming-safe loudness 8) Custom Tools & Audio Software A unique part of my workflow: When needed, I build custom tools, utilities, and plugins to solve specific mix problems. I work in JUCE, DSP, metering, transient tools, codec testing, and more — giving your mix an edge most engineers can’t offer.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Stitch Audio is a Mumbai-based immersive audio studio and audio-software development hub led by mix/mastering engineer and technologist Ayan De. We specialize in Dolby Atmos, high-impact stereo mixing, and custom tools that enhance modern production workflows. Alongside our three-room studio designed for spatial audio, we develop VST/AU plugins, DSP modules, and workflow utilities for artists, producers, and post-production teams. Our work blends creative engineering with high-end sonic quality, serving music, film, OTT, VR, and interactive formats. Stitch Audio is where craft meets innovation — a space for artists and creators who want world-class sound and future-facing tools.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I absolutely love Al schmitt
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Immersive mixes ranging from 5.1 to dolby atmos or ambisonics. AR and VR