Matt Salata on SoundBetter

Professional mixing, mastering, and music production all in one place! As an mix engineer, drummer, bassist, and vocalist, I'm here to take your music to the next level. Let's bring your sound vision to life!"

Hailing from Kielce, Poland, Matt Salata is a multifaceted force in the world of sound. Matt operates from his private recording studio and "Stara Szkoła" (eng. Old School) studio in Końskie, a city close to his heart.

Beyond the mixing console, Matt is a versatile musician, showcasing his talents on drums, guitar, bass, and vocals. Specializing in the realms of rock and pop. His passion for music is not only a profession but a way of life. Dive into the soundscapes by Matt, where his every touch of fader and played note tells a story.

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English
Polish

2 Reviews

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by Khaled A.
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Matt is an amazing well-rounded musician and sound engineer.. very patient and accommodates your needs perfectly.
He mixed two songs for us and we will definitely return with the next single!
by ESJAY JONES
I recently worked with Matt on a fairly difficult rock mix which needed a lot of love and attention. His intuition and instincts as a mix engineer were spot on and he brought the song to life in a modern way without losing the analog soul and intention of the song.

Matt communicated in a very professional and timely manner and even made a few suggestions to the production which took the song to a spectacular place. Matt is great to work with and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to take their mix to the next level!

Interview with Matt Salata

Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I work on my clients' material every day but right now I'm focused on producing my band HOOK's third album.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Esjay Jones
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I don't stop working until the client is satisfied.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Lack of routine.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Don't be afraid to ask. I can always make a free sample of my work for you. So that you can make the right decision about further cooperation.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I have almost 20 years of experience since I started making my first recordings.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: rock, pop, hard rock, metal
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I start by listening to the rough mix or conducting an interview with the client, jotting down the most distinctive moments. As I listen, a vision of the final outcome forms in my mind. The subsequent process is purely creative, where, in addition to skills, instinct plays a crucial role.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: https://www.mateuszsalata.com/en/studio
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I have many idols among musicians and mix engineers, and it’s impossible to list them all here. Influential figures for me as a musician include Jeff Porcaro, Dave Weckl, Nicko McBrian, David Garibaldi, Lars Ulrich, John Bonham, Paul Stanley, Bruce Kulick, Eric Singer, Lzzy Hale, David Garibaldi, James Hetfield, and many more. Among my favorite mix engineers are certainly: Tony Wright, Randy Staub, Ben Grosse, Michael Brauer, and Chris Lord-Alge.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I specialize in mixing and music production. As a seasoned multi-instrumentalist, I leverage my experience to record instrumental parts for clients on drums, bass, and guitar. I can also arrange and sing lead and backing vocals parts.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: I have both analog and digital equipment at my disposal, aiming to harness the strengths of both. When recording, I strive to ensure that all tracks are captured using analog instruments. During mixing, with the use of plugins, we can achieve any intended effect.In today's reality, given the workload, mixing 'in the box' undoubtedly offers the most flexibility and time efficiency.