Been doing live sound for over 8 years, and went to school in Hollywood for mix and mastering engineering. I also play bass, and can track remotely and send you ideas for your tracks!
Mixing and mastering, session bass. I have the most experience with hip hop and R&B but I can also mix electronic music, folk, rock and most other genres.
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Interview with Ricardo Garcia
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Nothing beats that analog warmth. If it's available, always go analog. But digital plug ins are amazing nowadays
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I'm always surrounded by music
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Have a conversation with the provider to make sure they actually know what they're talking about. And make sure they're listening to what YOU want.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: My career path was the one I was on before covid. I was touring the world mixing bands at live events. Now I'm trying to apply my skills remotely!
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: KISS (keep it simple, stupid). Don't try to do too much if it isn't absolutely necessary.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: My own music is different sub genres within electronic music. House, techno, bass, and I also do trap and RnB
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I can take a rough mix and bring it to life. I have different approaches to this depending on what kind of song it is.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Yamaha HS8s, a few analog synthesizers, an MPK49, and Ableton live 10. Racks and racks of 3rd party plug ins.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I'm mainly a touring live sound engineer but also help clients set up Ableton sessions for live Playback, mix sessions, master, and play bass.
