Mixing in peak quality

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: There is no definitive correct answer when it comes to analog vs. digital. Rather, the optimal choice is determined by what sounds most fitting for each individual song. More often than not, a combination of both methods is the most effective approach.

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

A: I promise my clients that I will diligently work on their song until they are content. However, I am also committed to providing constructive and truthful feedback if I feel that something is realy not functioning in the composition, in an effort to enhance and refine the final product.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: The aspect of my job that I enjoy the most is listening to novel and innovative music. I find it fulfilling to work on projects that individuals have invested considerable time and effort into, and to have the ability to elevate it to the next level, bringing satisfaction to my customers.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: When consulting with potential clients, I inquire about their desired sound by requesting they describe it in their own words or reference a particular existing song. Additionally, I ask about the primary platform where they intend to showcase the song, in order to customize it accordingly.

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

A: That's pretty easy. A PC equipped with a DAW, a pair of monitors, an audio interface and an ice cream machine.

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: It is advisable to avoid receiving advice that is overly prescriptive, such as "always do this" or "never do that". In observing the greats in the music industry, it becomes evident that they have all experimented with unconventional methods that may have appeared more than questionable on paper. However, these decisions have often resulted in creating a distinctive sound or enhancing an artist's style. In my experience, this is one of the most challenging aspects of the craft.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: Besides the acoustic environment and the technical skills needed. I bring a genuine interest and passion to each song. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach that sacrifices a song's unique identity for the sake of efficiency. Instead, my goal is to produce a professional-sounding mix that is dynamic, creative, and represents the individuality of the song.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: My typical work process begins with listening to the song to determine the genre, instrumentation and identify any technical corrections needed. After editing, I balance the tracks and then listen again to form a vision for the final product - considering the highlights, desired feeling, and sound quality, such as whether it should be dark or bright, intimate or aggressive - and work towards achieving that vision.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I utilize both analog and digital gear in my mixing process, choosing the tools that will achieve the best sound. To ensure the mix sounds good on all listening devices, I use different sets of monitors and headphones to provide a varied listening experience.

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

A: While there are too many to list, notable artitsts such as Eric Valentine, Mark Ronson, Kurt Ballou, and El-P each have their own distinct style that sets them apart in the industry.

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

A: My main work is achieving a professional, modern sound by balancing instrument levels, adding punch, clarity, and polish to each track.