Hip-hop producer, writer, artist & mixing/mastering engineer from Pretoria crafting powerful beats, clean mixes and industry-ready vocals. I specialize in modern hip-hop with depth, energy and emotion, built for streaming, visuals and real impact.
I’m Braw, a Pretoria-based hip-hop producer, artist, and mixing/mastering engineer working with independent artists worldwide to create professional, release-ready records.
I specialize in modern hip-hop production, vocal-focused mixing, and clean, powerful masters that translate across all platforms. Whether you need a hard-hitting beat, a polished vocal mix, or a full song brought to life, my goal is always clarity, impact, and emotion, without compromising your unique sound.
As an active recording artist myself, I understand both the creative vision and technical precision required to make a record stand out in today’s competitive market. I don’t just process audio; I help shape songs so they feel confident, balanced, and industry-ready.
Services include:
• Song writing
• Custom Hip-Hop beats. & House beats
• Vocal mixing & mastering
• Song polishing and creative direction
• Release-ready sound for streaming and visuals
If you’re serious about your music and want a producer who listens, communicates clearly, and delivers quality you can trust, I’m here to help bring your record to its full potential.
Send me a note through the contact button above.
Credits
Languages
- English
Interview with Braw
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I’m especially proud of my music video and song “Traela Ke Maeba,” where I directed, produced, and engineered the track. I handled everything from recording to mixing and mastering. It reflects my creative vision and ability to deliver a polished, impactful project from start to finish.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I’m currently producing, mixing, and mastering hip-hop tracks for independent artists while also experimenting with House music and working on my own releases to push my sound further.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I focus on my own work and don’t officially endorse anyone, but I encourage clients to review profiles, listen to samples, and choose a provider who matches their style and goals.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: I work mainly digital for precision and flexibility, adding analog for warmth and depth when needed.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I promise to deliver polished, release-ready tracks that honor your vision, with clear communication, professional quality, and attention to every detail.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: I love helping artists bring their vision to life, turning ideas into polished, release-ready tracks that sound professional and connect with listeners.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Clients often ask about turnaround time, revisions, and pricing. I explain my typical 3–5 day delivery, 2 included revisions, and provide clear, upfront pricing to ensure transparency and satisfaction.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Many people think producing and mixing is just pressing buttons, but it’s about shaping emotion, clarity, and impact, balancing creativity and technical precision to make a song shine.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I ask about the artist’s vision, reference tracks, preferred style/tempo, vocal quality, project timeline, and any specific challenges to ensure the final product matches their goals.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Choose a provider who listens to your vision, communicates clearly, and delivers high-quality, release-ready sound. References, sample work, and clear terms are key to a smooth process.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: I’d take a DAW (Cubase/FL Studio/Avid Pro Tools), audio interface, condenser microphone, studio monitors, and headphones—everything needed to produce, mix, and master tracks anywhere.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I started writing and freestyling raps in 2008, developing a deep understanding of hip-hop. Over the years, I expanded into producing, mixing, and mastering, helping artists achieve polished, release-ready tracks.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My style blends modern hip-hop with emotional depth, delivering powerful beats, clean mixes, and polished vocals that are both creative and release-ready.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I’d love to work with Pharrell Williams because of his innovative production and genre-blending style, which would challenge me to craft beats and mixes that match his creativity and impact.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Start mixes with drums and vocals first—build everything else around them for clarity and punch.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: I usually work on modern hip-hop, including boom bap, and melodic rap, focusing on beats, vocal mixing, and full-track production for streaming and release-ready projects.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Producing and mixing hip-hop tracks that are both emotionally impactful and technically polished, delivering a professional, release-ready sound.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring polished production, clear and powerful mixing, and creative guidance that enhances the artist’s vision, making every song industry-ready while keeping its unique character.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I start by understanding the artist’s vision, then create or refine beats, record or organize stems, mix for clarity and impact, and master the track for a polished, release-ready sound. I maintain open communication throughout to ensure the final result matches the client’s expectations.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I work from a home studio built for vocal clarity and accuracy, using a professional DAW, high-quality audio interface, condenser microphones, and studio monitors. My setup is optimized for hip-hop production, vocal mixing, and mastering.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I’m inspired by producers and artists who balance creativity with technical excellence, including Kanye West, J Dilla, Pharrell Williams, Dr. Dre, and Timbaland. Their ability to shape sound, emotion, and culture influences my approach to production and mixing.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I mainly produce modern hip-hop beats and provide vocal-focused mixing and mastering, helping artists achieve a clean, powerful, and release-ready sound for streaming platforms.
I was the Writing, Recording, Mixing and Mastering in this production
Up to 2 free revisions included. Typical turnaround is 3–5 business days. Additional revisions or major changes may incur extra fees. No refunds once work has started.
New Client Deal: 10% off your first mix & master or custom beat. Let’s build your sound with a professional, release-ready result.
