Session Guitarist

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: Everyone's situation is different, but I start by asking for a recording of the song and the sound and vibe that the client is looking for. Sometimes my clients send me something as simple as a voice note, and I am tasked with creating a guitar part that they will then use to make the song around it. Other times I receive a full-fledged production, and then it's my job to record a guitar part that will blend seamlessly with the track. Once I'm happy with the tones and vibes of the guitar parts I recorded, I send them to my client for revisions. After the artist or producer is 100% happy with the results, I send them the final audio files with the format and variations that the project requires.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: I just bought my first home, and what makes me the happiest is that I was able to finally build my dream studio. My favorite part is its excellent acoustic treatment because it allows me to record and mix with unparalleled clarity. It has been a few years since I have been working in the UAD environment. I currently use an Apollo X4 and the OX Amp Top Box. I love the sound of their plugins, not to mention the ease of workflow. I only use Mogami cables to get the best possible sound and a small but mighty collection of Neumann, Audio Technica, and Shure mics. To get the tone that the track calls for, I use a variety of acoustic and electric guitars that I combine with analog pedals, a Line 6 Helix, and Neural DSP plugins.

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

A: Rick Rubin is an incredible producer and a music lover. His philosophies have been a great inspiration for me, and he has been the constant thread in many of my favorite records. After a long and successful career, his greatest gift is that he still is a massive music fan. That's the greatest lesson I've learned from him, and it's something that I always try to keep in mind.

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

A: Everyone's situation is different, but I start by asking for a recording of the song and the sound and vibe that the client is looking for. Sometimes my clients send me something as simple as a voice note, and I am tasked with creating a guitar part that they will then use to make the song around it. Other times I receive a full-fledged production, and then it's my job to record a guitar part that will blend seamlessly with the track. Once I'm happy with the tones and vibes of the guitar parts I recorded, I send them to my client for revisions. After the artist or producer is 100% happy with the results, I send them the final audio files with the format and variations that the project requires.