Jorgen Manke

Mixing, Mastering

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Need your song to sound crisp, punchy and professional ? I got you!

I have spent the last 10 years working in a professional studio, doing everything from recording, producing, playing, mixing and mastering tracks for others. All kind of genres, to gain an understading of every instrument, and all the genres I have worked in. I have for the last 5 years chosen to specialize in mixing, something I enjoy very much, and do very well. Im still hungry for knowledge, so Im not resting, and always try my best to better myself through experimenting, learning new techniques, and honing my skills.

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Languages

  • English
  • Norwegian

13 Reviews

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  1. Review by Geir Flatøe
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    by Geir Flatøe

    The man really knows sound. He gets the best of out of the artists he works with and has a lot to offer when it comes to songmaking and performance. A great producer.

  2. Review by Yer Ma band
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    by Yer Ma band

    This for us is an absolute no brainer. We were releasing an EP just before Christmas and we were recommended Jorgen as a mix engineer. We had never worked with him before, but we feel like we have found our guy for life after the work he did for us. His patience, attention to detail and involvement in our sound was superb. He took our ideas on board and we got some great feedback in return during the mixing of our EP. The job he did on our tracks was phenominal and to a really high standard. We absolutely recommend Jorgen for anyone looking for a decent, experienced and processional engineer.

  3. Review by Anya Aasebø
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    by Anya Aasebø

    It’s a pleasure to work with Jørgen Manke. He is empathetic and genuinely interested in bringing out the magic and details that make the big difference. His understanding of vocals is unique. I look forward to working with him again.

  4. Review by James F
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    by James F

    It was a real pleasure working with Jørgen with my James F Band songs, for my album Exhale. We also worked together for the Christine Falkeid project. I can highly recommend Jørgen as an engineer and producer.
    - James F

  5. Review by Ragnvald Wernøe
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    by Ragnvald Wernøe

    Jørgen Manke has a unique ability to understand my wishes, but at the same time take them one step further - towards the better.
    I have worked with him on several releases. Several of the songs he has mixed and mastered are regularly played on Norwegian Broadcasting - for the fourth year now.

    He is very good at getting good vocal recording. In my projects, he has been able to contribute his expertise in jazz, pop, children's music and orchestral music.

    Three thumbs up from me!

  6. Review by Marianne Sund
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    by Marianne Sund

    I love the work Jørgen Manke has done on my music and would definitively recommend him to others! Hope to work more with him in the future!

  7. Review by Fredrik Brimsø
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    by Fredrik Brimsø

    Mænk the tænk for prez! Emphatic, calm and reasonable, always searching for the best solution. Recommended!

  8. Review by TiAre
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    by TiAre

    I was recomended Jørgen after writing my first song that i wanted to record in a studio, and after he sent me the first version my mind was blown, and the end results was like a dream. Since then i’ve recorded 4 songs on my own and an album with my band. He mix it in such a way that the music and vocal works perfect together and when listening to it, it takes you right into the world and story behind the song! He understand exactly what you want with it! If you want a perfect mix i recomend Jørgen!

  9. Review by  Betina Vera
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    by Betina Vera

    I've had the pleasure to record quite a few songs with Jorgen, both solo and with a band. He is brilliant both as a sound engineer and as a producer! He finds the golden nuggets you and others might overlook. And under his lead you might even make more gold. He sees the potental in you and encourage you to explore. And guides you in the right direction. He also has a keen ear when it comes to us singers. That's his speciality. I highly recommend Jorgen both as a sound engineer, mastering tech. and a producer. With him you get everything you need!

  10. Review by Kjersti Skjæveland
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    by Kjersti Skjæveland

    I made my first album last year, and loved working with Jørgen! He is a talented mixer, producer and altso on vokals. I learned a lot, and I am looking forward to work with him again.

  11. Review by Randi
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    by Randi

    Jørgen har gjort en strålende jobb med min musikk. Både som produsent og arrangør.

  12. Review by Karianne Arntzen
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    by Karianne Arntzen

    Especially good on vocal harmonies. A listener and a true soul-seeker. Loved working with Jørgen! Highly reccomended.

  13. Review by Tommy Nordås
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    by Tommy Nordås

    I worked with Jørgen on recording my first album. I can truly recommed him as a great mixer ,but also as a great producer .

Interview with Jorgen Manke

  1. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  2. A: Digital.. Pretty much because it has become very very good sounding, offers many benefits, and really no drawbacks

  3. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  4. A: Have your stems properly named, and provide a reference track to give me an idea of what you want the mix to sound like

  5. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  6. A: Mostly rock, pop and singer/songwriter

  7. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  8. A: Vocals, as it has always been and always will be the most important in a song.

  9. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  10. A: Two different rock albums

  11. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  12. A: To be able to take something thats sounds nice to something that sounds record ready.

  13. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  14. A: Music has always been a big part of my. Its in my blood. I have been writing songs since a very young age, but starting mixing professionally about 9 years ago.

  15. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  16. A: Dont over do it. If you constantly feel the need to add something new, its probably because the parts that are there already is not strong enough. Identify the main parts, and make them stronger.

  17. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  18. A: I do my mixing "in the box" for easy callback, and because the plugins I use are of the best quality, and give me the sound Im after. For hardware, I run a fast PC/mac pro, a Universal Audio Apollo x8p for clean converters, and the best studio monitors out there, Ex Machina Pulsar to get and extremely transparent sound which helps me make the right decisions alot faster.

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

  20. A: I have done everything from recording, produce, mix and master for my clients. Recent times I do most mixing and mastering

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Sweet Life - A great rock song by Nordås

I was the Producer, Mixer and recording engineer in this production

Terms Of Service

Most people are happy after 1-3 revisions. My turnaround time is at this time 3 days for singles, 5 days for EPs and 1.5 weeks for an album after I have received the stems

Gear Highlights
  • UAD Apollo x8p
  • Chandler REDD mic
  • Ex Machina Pulsar studio monitors
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