Mixing / producing folk music

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

A: My first EP with Yuko as a songwriter and I was learning production and mixing, I learned a lot these times

Q: What are you working on at the moment?

A: My new EP

Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

A: JOSEF ZACHARIASSEN

Q: Analog or digital and why?

A: Both. Analog brings warmth, depth, and character, while digital offers precision and flexibility. I use a hybrid approach to get the best of both worlds.

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

A: My promise is to always put the song first — to listen, understand your vision, and deliver tracks that feel authentic, emotional, and professional.

Q: What do you like most about your job?

A: Helping artists transform an idea into a finished track that makes them proud. Seeing their reaction when a song comes to life is the most rewarding part of what I do.

Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

A: Most clients ask: “Can you make my song sound professional even if it was recorded simply?” My answer: Absolutely. With the right arrangement, mixing techniques, and care for detail, even a simple recording can be turned into something polished, emotional, and release-ready.

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

A: That production and mixing are only about technical settings. In reality, it’s about emotion and storytelling — every decision serves the song, not just the sound.

Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

A: I usually ask: What mood or emotion do you want your song to express? Do you have reference tracks that capture the sound you’re aiming for? What role do you want me to take — guitarist, cellist, producer, mixer ?

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

A: Look for someone who listens first. Gear and skills are important, but the most valuable thing is finding a collaborator who understands your vision and helps bring it to life.

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

A: MOTU 828 NEVE 1073 U47 FET FOCAL TRIO6 SCHOEPS CMC5 MK4

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

A: I actually work as a doctor, so music is not my main profession — but it has always been my true passion. Over the years, I dedicated a lot of time to studying guitar, mixing, and production, because when I started out, I often wished I had more guidance. That experience made me want to support other artists and provide the kind of help I would have loved to receive in the beginning. Music may not be my job title, but it’s what drives me creatively every day.

Q: How would you describe your style?

A: mostly acoustic, with subtle arrangements designed to bring depth and emotion. I focus on creating organic textures that enhance the song without overshadowing it, always serving the artist’s vision and storytelling.

Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

A: Sufjan Stevens, because he's the master

Q: Can you share one music production tip?

A: 200 Hz is evil

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

A: I usually work on pop, indie, and singer-songwriter projects

Q: What's your strongest skill?

A: My strongest skill is versatility. Being mostly self-taught has pushed me to experiment constantly, try different approaches, and learn by doing. This gave me a broad experience in guitar, arrangement, production, and mixing, and allows me to adapt easily to any project.

Q: What do you bring to a song?

A: I bring a combination of musicality, technical skill, and attention to detail. With my background in arrangement and polyphony, I focus on adding depth, dynamics, and emotion to a track.

Q: What's your typical work process?

A: I start by discussing the artist’s vision to fully understand the mood, style, and goals of the track. For recording, I focus on delivering performances that fit seamlessly into the arrangement. During mixing, I first balance the track naturally, then refine it with analog gear for warmth and depth, and finish with precise digital processing. I always share progress with the client and adjust based on feedback to make sure the final result reflects their artistic intent.

Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

A: My studio is built around Cubase with a MOTU 828 interface. I run through high-end analog gear including a Neve 1073 DPA preamp, Fearn VT1, Amtec PEQ1A EQs, and a Tegeler VTC Vari-Mu compressor. My mic locker includes a U47fet, a pair of Schoeps CMC5 mk4, a Royer R10, and a pair of AKG C414 XLII. On the digital side, I use top plugin suites such as UAD, Waves, FabFilter, Soundtoys, Soothe2, Valhalla, and Altiverb and a lot of good VST instruments (analog V, Keyscape, Kontakt..) This combination gives me a flexible and professional workflow.

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

A: Sufjan Stevens, Lizzy McAlpine, Bon Iver, Mon Rovia, Cocoon, SYML

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

A: I usually record professional guitar tracks (acoustic, electric, textures, layers), cello with the help of my cellist and help shape songs through arrangement and production. I also mix projects using a hybrid approach, combining analog warmth with digital precision.