SA Central

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Custom Full Band Instrumentals. Providing artists and singers with the best high-quality backing tracks and vocal mixing. Bringing creative ideas from conception to realization!

Thomas MacPhail is an American music producer living in San Antonio, TX. Formerly from Los Angeles, he now performs inner urban music ministry on behalf of the Central Church of the Nazarene, where he serves as a worship leader and educational board director. He currently operates the musical group SA Central - Music Studios, a faith-based music publishing house and production studio. Being in close proximity to the Pearl, Alamo Heights and the downtown areas makes SA Central a local stop for professional Contemporary Christian bands and performing artists.

Trained and completed advanced COMIA studio management apprenticeship by 2 time Grammy winner Chris Leick of Records INK. Received songwriting certification and mentored by Clay Drayton of Motown Records (Jackson 5, Diana Ross). His credits in MacPhail Entertainment include such clients as the History Channel, Hallmark and ABC. Thomas is also credited as the executive producer of The Chosen; which currently airs on Orale! San Antonio online radio station.

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24 Reviews - 1 Repeat Client

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  1. Review by Austin Leeds
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    It was great working with SA Central. Thank you!

  2. Review by Lydia Salnikova
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    Thomas is a wonderful producer and a pleasure to work with! He gives just enough direction, while also allowing plenty of room for creativity. He's got a unique combination of skills that make him both an awesome client and a solid service provider. Thank you!

  3. Review by Dan Konopka
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    Tom is an amazing talent and the project we completed leaned heavily on his masterful production. My roll was a breeze and the song really sounds amazing. Really looking forward to more inspiring tracks with him.

  4. Review by Brandon Chase
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    Another great project with SA Central!

  5. Review by Jed
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    Trying to get lyrics turned in to a song can be tricky business. But SA has done a great job on my lyrics and has done several projects for me that have turned out really well.

    I will use them again for sure.

  6. Review by Michael McQuaid
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    Super talented producer! Very clear and communicative. Seamless job with no problems! Hope to work with him again :)

  7. Review by Jed
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    I have worked with SA on a few songs and I love the experience and quality of work. I will use them again for sure! Its been an awesome experience to see my songs come to life.

    I would highly recommend them. They can help with the creativity and make a great sound pop out in short order.

  8. Review by Lydia Salnikova
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    Helpful instructions, clear expectations and excellent music! Thank you Thomas.

  9. Review by Lydia Salnikova
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    Thomas is a great producer and an excellent communicator! A pleasure to work with.

  10. Review by Michael James
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    Thomas was awesome to work with!! Really good communicator, and Producer!!

  11. Review by Chris Biano
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    Thomas is the man!! He is very well prepared and professional with every project, while always being extremely kind with his communication. I can only hope to always work with someone like Thomas on Soundbetter. Highly recommend him.

  12. Review by Jake C.
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    Thomas is FANTASTIC. This is the second gig I've done with him. He's quite good at producing songs that sound almost exactly like the original. He's pretty communicative as well. HIRE HIM! You won't regret it.

  13. Review by Avery D.
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    Thomas is a kind person to work with, always making progress and try to offer his best quality to satisfy the clients.

  14. Review by Chris Biano
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    Thomas and I have a fantastic working relationship. We have done several projects together and he is so easy to work with. Very friendly with clear instructions and quick communication. Looking forward to many more.

  15. Review by Chris Biano
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    It is always a pleasure working with Thomas from SA Central. He is very kind, gives fantastic detailed instructions, and is always quick to respond to any questions. We have worked on a few projects together now and I hope to work with him on many more.

  16. Review by Maria Z
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    Thomas is very patient and kind. A true professional with communication. I recommend working with him if you can!

  17. Review by Chris Biano
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    Thomas is a blast to work with. He gives great insight and instruction, and is very laid back in the process! Looking forward to working with him again.

  18. Review by Brandon Chase
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    Another great project! Looking forward to the next.

  19. Review by Chris Biano
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    Thomas with SA Central is the kind of Soundbetter collaborator that everyone wants to work with. He has a true talent for producing, is very kind and easy going, and is the most professional communicator I have worked with. This allowed for a very smooth and easy process. I hope to work with him again sometime.

  20. Review by Brandon Chase
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    Thomas is super kind and great at communicating. It was a pleasure to work on a second project together and I hope we continue working together in the future. He's got my recommendation!

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Delivers full production within 3 - 5 business days of 1/2 deposit. First 2 revisions free. All songs are subject to buyout for intended release or proprietary rights. For commercial or demo purposes

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Gear Highlights
  • Pro Tools
  • Logic
  • Studio One
  • Nuemann TLM 102
  • Sennheiser E 609
  • SM81
  • JBL and KRK
  • Preamps API
  • SSL
  • Waves
  • Sonnox Oxford
  • Universal Audio
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