I'm a musician specializing in Audio Production, Audio Engineering. My #1 goal is to make music better, ensuring to deliver high quality mixes and masters or production with every opportunity given. By any means I strive for consistency of quality in deliveries, artists from near and far I give my maximum gratitude for trusting me with their work.
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Interview with Romario Jackson
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: Lila Ike - Where I'm Coming, possibly one of the bigger songs from the artist if not her biggest, I was one of the composers/writers in this production coming up with the musical progression for song and or instrumental.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Upcoming album releases with Kelissa and Akala.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Natural High Music, great producers and engineer friends of mine.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital, based on accessibility and portability.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: To get as close to the reference of your choice if not better.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Clients enjoying the end product.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: How do I achieve the sound I do with such minimal tools? Balance, focus and attention to detail.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That it's easy.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What is your expected time on return and what does your budget look like for your needs?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: If you'd like your music to sound like the radio, at the minimum I'm sure I can accomplish this.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: SSL G-Compressor, C4/C6, EQP-1A, Kramer Tape, VU Meter
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: 15+ years
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Edgy but old school.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: The mix is all in the balance.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Pop, Hip-Hop/Rap, Reggae, R&B
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Loud but dynamic sonics.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Radio-friendliness and familiarity.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: UA interfaces, JBL LSR 305 and iLoud Micro Monitors.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Serban Ghenea, Manny Marroquin, Stephen Marley, Tippy-I, J-Dilla, Skrillex.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Full Production, Mix and Master.
- Mixing EngineerAverage price - $200 per song
- ProducerAverage price - $300 per song
- Mastering EngineerAverage price - $50 per song
- Podcast Editing & MasteringAverage price - $100 per podcast
