Quality first, always. Revisions are no problem. Let's get it right. Collaborative approach - let's discuss your songs via Zoom!
Experienced mixer - I don't try to do too much. I want to stay true to your vision and simply add a nice polish. I want to bring out the beautiful tracks you've recorded in a tasteful way. Let's discuss your vision and meet over Zoom for a more personal touch!
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34 Reviews - 4 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedJay was awesome. Got what I needed. I was detailed with what I wanted and he was also detailed in the responses. Live that. Quick and on point.
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Tracks sounded awesome. Would definitely hire again. Thank you so much Jay.
check_circleVerifiedI have been working with Jay for the past 6 months, all I can say is there is no one else I would like to work with the most. Jay is efficient, professional, incredible ears. He cared about my project as much as I did, he does not settle for anything less and will work on it until it's done and perfected. Jay is the man!
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Jay is extremely fast and patient with his work. He carefully reads all my notes and would work his best until we get the desired results. Thank you so much Jay for the great work! I really enjoyed working with you!
check_circleVerifiedJay has done an excellent job as always! he gets an amazing sound on all the songs.
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Always an absolute pleasure working with Jay!! He never settles until things are perfect and sincerely cares for your work.
check_circleVerified (Client)Jay is a true pro - efficient, communicative and fair to his clients and subcontractors. This is how all commercial jobs should run! I'll work with Jay any time.
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Jay just done another amazing mix and master job on the song city lights for us, sounds amazing, we are very pleased!
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Jay is one of a kind! patience and perseverance for perfection is the name of the game, and he has got it!
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After the first job I did with Jay, there was no other person to master my songs. Trust me I have mastered my last records with the greats like Howie Weinberg who did an amazing job! But Jay to me is on another level in terms of musicality and professionalism. Rock on Jay
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Jay has done and excellent mix and master to our song "the hook" that we recorded in a plain home studio, it sounds like if it was recorded in a top professional studio.
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All I can say is Jay is the man! Trust me I'm very picky about who I choose to work with as I'm a control freak/perfectionist. I had no worries of letting Jay do his own thing with my work, that's how much I trusted him. His ears are massive and extremely musical. This is going to be a longterm working relationship.
check_circleVerifiedHe is so easy to work with, and so professional. He was always in touch and willing to do what was needed. Thanks again.
check_circleVerifiedGreat working with Jay. He was very professional and had great communication.
check_circleVerifiedAnother quality mix to my song. Very thankful to Jay for his work/ talent/ skills on my project
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Hey This guy does amazing work. Would recommend him to anybody keep up the goo work fam!!
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Said I would be back for more mixing and I am, and just as happy with the final result! As well as Jays level of professionalism. Highly recommend him to anyone looking to get there songs mastered by a pro.
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Great sound, easy to work with, highly recommended!
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Working with Jay was great! He understood what I wanted, made great suggestions, and got it done! Thanks Jay
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Quality sound. Great communication. And very timely. Will solicit services again.
Interview with Jay Helmus
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I'd like to hear a sample of your work before we commit to being friends. I'd also like to have a phone/Zoom/Skype chat for better communication and so we can talk about your vision.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Conservative when appropriate, aggressive when required. With today's technology and plugins, it's easy to go overboard with plugins and effects. They certainly have their place, but too much of a good thing is actually a bad thing. Skillful and strategic EQ and compression moves pay big dividends. I like squashing and mangling too, just as long as it's appropriate and tasteful.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: Quality first, always. Revisions are no problem. Let's get it right.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Pop, Rock, Acoustic, Folk, Alternative Rock, Gospel
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Mixing, Mastering, Production
I was the Mixing, Mastering Engineer in this production
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Mixing rates are based on a 'per song' delivery.
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- Mixing Jeremy CasellaApr 17, 2016
I just finished mixing an awesome tune by Jeremy Casella called "On The Evening Train". It was beautifully recorded and produced with amazing performances. A pleasure to mix!
- Working with Big MadgeMar 10, 2016
I'm excited to be working with Big Madge later this month! They are a local jazz brass ensemble from Vancouver. A talented bunch of guys for sure with TONS of positive energy!
- A Busy 2015Mar 09, 2016
Thanks to everyone who I've worked with in 2015! Too many to mention here. If interested, please chcek out my SoundCloud page or my website!
- 2014 was a busy year...Dec 27, 2014
Thanks to all the artists I've worked with in 2014. It's been a busy and awesome year. Onward 2015!
- Sammi Morelli track hits #10 on Toronto Reverb Nation ChartsAug 06, 2014
I just found out today that a track I produced has broken the top 10 releases on Toronto's Reverb Nation charts! The song is by Sammi Morelli and it's called "Devil's Been Lookin' In".
