Mickael Karassimeonov on SoundBetter

Experienced top-label Mix & Master engineer and Producer covering several electronic genres : Italo-Disco, EBM, Techno, Tech-House, House, Melodic Techno, Indie dance, EDM Labels : Warner Music, Cr2, Ministry of Sound, Armada, Toolroom, Ritmo Fatale, Ombra International, Pinkman 15+ years experience

With over 15 years of expertise in electronic music, I offer unparalleled services to elevate your record to a professional standard. Here's how I can assist you:

Beatmaking and Production: Utilizing an extensive collection of sound libraries and vintage equipment (including Roland Juno-106, Korg MS-20, Korg Mono/Poly, Eminent Solina String Ensemble, Oberheim DX, Roland TR-707, Roland CR-68, Simmons SDS-200, and various vintage effects like Boss CE-1, Electro-harmonix Electric Mistress, Roland Space Echo RE-201), I will craft your dream production based on your reference tracks and favorite artists.

Mixing: I'll enhance your production to deliver a modern, full sound with a beautiful spatial image and harmoniously balanced frequencies.

Mastering: I'll optimize your mix to reach its highest potential, ensuring impactful performance across various sound systems, including radio and club systems.

My work has garnered acclaim from artists across multiple electronic genres, including EDM (David Guetta, Laidback Luke, Bob Sinclar), Indie Dance (Jennifer Cardini, Curses, The Magician), and Techno (Marie Davidson, Avalon Emerson, Olivier Giacomotto, and more).

Elevate your music with my expertise. Don't hesitate, let's get started!

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Interview with Mickael Karassimeonov

Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: This dilemma is irrelevant : hybrid settings allow us to take the best out of both worlds. Not benefitting from the potential of digital tools would be a huge time loss
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: - I will take your project to a truly professional level - My skills my bring life to your ideas
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: - Working with a large variety of clients & projects - Taking the components of the track to a whole new level
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: - How will you proceed
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: - A lot of people think mixing & mastering are only technical expertise, while it involves lots of artistic skills and a real concept.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: - What is the track which sounds the closest to your dream song ? - What is your main target listening context (radio, club, movie) ?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: - Try to provide the clearest brief you can. Don't be afraid to be overly specific - Provide as much reference music as you can - Give as much details regarding both the artistic and formal aspects (length, format, destination, tc.)
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Yamaha CS-80 Roland Jupiter 8 Moog Minimoog Roland CR-78 Oberheim DMX
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: More than 15 years with several projects, which allowed me to produce electronic music and performa as DJ and live artist
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Energetic, Impactful, Punchy, Clubby
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: James Blake, because of the beauty of his soundscapes The Skrillex / Fred Again... / Four Tet trio, because of the impact of their production Tame Impala, because of the innovation he brought to the indie scene
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Less is more : try to get the most energy out of the least elements. Don't be afraid to be minimalistic
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: - Electronic club tracks - Indie pop songs - Hip-hop songs
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: - Crafting beautiful soundscapes - Innovative sound design
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: - Professional, top-notch sound, according to 2023 standards. - Clarity, definition, according to the best engineering standards. - Impact, Punch, Energy
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Prior to any work, I get acquainted with the references provided by the client - Mixing : the client provides individual tracks, I do a first version quickly and provide a -6dB mixdown. The client gives me feedback and I deliver revisions, if needed. - Mastering : the client provides a -6dB mixdown and I deliver a first mastered version. With the client feedback, I adjust it (maximum 2 times included) accordingly. - Production : I need the client to give me as much details and references into the brief as needed, then provide a first version of the song.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I use a hybrid environment with both analog & digital gear Analogwise, I have a vast amount of vintage hardward (keyboards such as Juno-106, Ms-20, Mono/Poly, Eminent Solina String Ensemble) and effects I use for processing individual and master tracks (Korg Space Echo RE-201, Boss CE-1, EHX Electric Mistress)
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: EDM : David Guetta, Don Diablo, Laidback Luke EBM : Phase Fatale, Pablo Bozzi, Kendal House : Kungs, Bob Sinclar
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Mixing, Mastering, Producing

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I was the Mixing & Mastering engineer, Producer, Composer in this production

Mixing EngineerAverage price - $300 per song
Mastering EngineerAverage price - $150 per song
Ghost ProducerAverage price - $1000 per song
ProducerAverage price - $400 per song
RemixingAverage price - $400 per song

Please contact me for packaged offerings (albums, EPs, etc.)
- Mixing : 2 rev. incl. (€30 additional rev.)
- Mastering : 2 rev. incl. (€50 add. rev.)
- Producing : 2 rev. incl. (€100 add. rev.)