EFA

Electronic Producer & Engineer

EFA on SoundBetter

Music producer & engineer with 10+ years of experience and 200M+ streams. Owner of Emotion Studio (Verona). I offer ghost production, mixing, mastering, vocal processing & label support. Trained at Aloud College with diplomas in Music Technology & Production.

🎧 Producer | Mix & Master Engineer | Ghost Producer
📍 Verona, Italy – Owner of Emotion Studio
💿 200M+ streams | 10+ years experience

I’m Riccardo Perinelli, a music producer and sound engineer with over 10 years of experience in electronic music. I own and lead Emotion Studio, a professional recording studio in Verona, Italy. I’ve collaborated with international artists, labels, and brands, producing tracks that have surpassed 200 million streams worldwide.

I earned an Extended Diploma in Music Technology (2019–2021) and a Higher National Diploma in Music (2021–2023) from ALOUD College, focusing on modern music production and industry needs.

Services offered:

Ghost Production (Chill House, Tropical House, Deep House, Melodic Techno, Commercial EDM & Club music)
Mixing & Mastering (industry-standard, streaming & club ready)
Vocal Processing & Editing (tuning, comping, effects)
Label Placement Support (consulting and submissions)
Custom Instrumentals & Beats on request

With a strong artistic vision, attention to detail, and quick delivery, I turn raw vocal ideas into fully produced, competitive tracks perfect for editorial playlists and club floors.

Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Languages

  • English
  • Italian

Interview with EFA

  1. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  2. A: I’m particularly proud of is HYPR, a hypertechno track that pushes the boundaries of energy and sound design in electronic music. I was responsible for the mastering process, ensuring the track had the powerful, clear, and club-ready sound it needed to stand out. The release received excellent feedback and achieved strong streaming numbers, confirming its impact within the scene.

  3. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  4. A: Currently, I’m producing several chill house and afro house tracks aiming for releases on respected labels.

  5. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  6. A: Lacey and James Stefano are great singers! Davol is a super cool audio engineer .

  7. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  8. A: I use a hybrid approach, combining the warmth and character of analog gear with the precision and flexibility of digital tools.

  9. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  10. A: To deliver high-quality, professional work on time with clear communication and dedication to their artistic vision.

  11. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  12. A: I love transforming creative ideas into polished, impactful music that connects with listeners worldwide.

  13. Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

  14. A: “How long will the project take?” — I usually deliver within 5–7 business days, depending on complexity. “Can I request revisions?” — Yes, I include 2 free revisions; additional ones are available for a small fee. “Do you offer full rights for ghost production?” — Absolutely, full rights transfer upon final payment. “What do you need from me to get started?” — I ask for reference tracks, vocal stems, and a clear brief to understand your vision. “Will my track be ready for streaming and clubs?” — Yes, I ensure all mixes and masters meet industry standards for both platforms.

  15. Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

  16. A: Many think producing or mixing is just pressing buttons, but it requires deep artistic understanding, technical skill, and experience to truly bring a track to life.

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

  18. A: I typically ask about their musical influences, intended audience, preferred reference tracks, and specific goals for the project.

  19. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  20. A: Be clear about your vision and communicate as much detail as possible upfront; this helps tailor the production to your exact needs and speeds up the process.

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

  22. A: Fl Studio (my main DAW for production and editing) Universal Audio Apollo Twin (audio interface with top-quality preamps) Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol (MIDI controller and sound library) Shure SM7B (versatile vocal microphone) A reliable pair of studio headphones (for accurate monitoring anywhere)

  23. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  24. A: I have over 10 years of experience in electronic music production, with formal education through ALOUD College (Extended Diploma and Higher National Diploma), combined with practical work running Emotion Studio.

  25. Q: How would you describe your style?

  26. A: I would describe my style as Tropical House and Chill House, which reflect my personality—open, transparent, and positive in both life and relationships.

  27. Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

  28. A: I would love to collaborate with Kygo e Jonas Blue (also Jax Jones), due to their innovative approach to music and potential for creative synergy.

  29. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  30. A: Always prioritize the arrangement and clarity of each element — a well-balanced mix starts with thoughtful arrangement and space for each sound.

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

  32. A: I mostly work on electronic genres, especially Tropical House, Chill House, Afro House, Deep House, Melodic Techno, Techno, Commercial EDM, and Club music.

  33. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  34. A: My strongest skill is mixing clarity, vocal production, sound design, loud master, master EQ balanced, which allows me to elevate any production to professional standards.

  35. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  36. A: I bring a polished, industry-ready sound with a strong artistic vision, attention to detail, and the ability to transform raw ideas into competitive tracks suitable for playlists and dancefloors.

  37. Q: What's your typical work process?

  38. A: My process begins with a detailed briefing to understand the client's vision, followed by initial production or mix drafts, feedback rounds (including up to 2 free revisions), and final delivery optimized for streaming and club environments.

  39. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  40. A: Emotion Studio is equipped with professional gear including: Neumann TLM 103, Shure SM7B, Rode NT2-A,Scheda Audio Apollo Twin X, IK Multimedia iLoud Precision MTM, Barefoot Monitors, audio Scope spectrum analyzer, Macbook Pro 14, Logic Pro X and FL Studio Licenses, Waves and Universal Audio licences, KONTACT and Serum licences, ensuring top-tier recording, mixing, and mastering capabilities.

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

  42. A: I draw inspiration from a range of artists and producers such as Kygo, Sam Feldt, Avicii, Martin Garrix, David Guetta and many more, who push the boundaries of sound design and production quality.

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

  44. A: I primarily provide ghost production, mixing, and mastering services, specializing in electronic music genres such as Deep House, Melodic Techno, and Commercial EDM. I also offer vocal processing and label placement support.

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Includes 2 free revisions; extra revisions €30 each. Delivery in 5–7 business days (may vary). Full rights for ghost productions transfer upon final payment.

GenresSounds Like
  • Kygo
  • Avicii
  • David Guetta
Gear Highlights
  • Universal Studio
  • Waves
  • Barefoot Studio
  • Neumann
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