S. Carter II, The Engineer

Jack of All Trades of Music

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Hello Everyone. My name is Shawn Carter and I am a freelance music producer, engineer, mixing and mastering musical artists. I also sing and am a songwriter, plus DJ on occasion when I feel like it hah. There's not much I don't do in regards to music and audio for film so I'm always looking to meet awesome artists and make amazing art!

I have a small space for recording, mainly vocals. As well as recording, I know how songs should sound and what they need to become great. I make instrumentals that are available if needed, and also work with you to make create your own sound. I mix and master all tracks. Plus, if you only need me to do one of these things, I give the best of quality and the sound that you are looking for. If you're not satisfied with the sound then let me know what needs to be done and I'll fix it for you no problem!

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38 Reviews - 10 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Sebastian S.
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    I got 4 songs mixed by S. Carter, and I genuinely couldn't be happier with the result. He has such a distinct style to the point where it doesn't just feel like some mix but a collaboration with an incredible artist. Super professional and really knows how to work with an artist's sound to pull out an amazing vision. Listen through his tracks and if the sound suites you go for it. He is super willing to adjust the mix till you're happy, and you really wont find better for the price.

  2. Review by Jacqueline R.
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    Very accommodating :) Thank you

  3. Review by DonnyJ
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    Detail oriented with a heightened sense of the emotion of a song. Not shy to bring in his ideas to the table and tailor it to the sound you intended for your song. Great experience!

  4. Review by Christian
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    Sounds great and professional! Thank you

  5. Review by Cam F.
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    Been working with this dude for a minute now, so I knew he had to be the one to mix and master my first collection of music. dude absolutely bodied it. Couldn't possibly be happier. Very quick and timely too. as always, will be returning with more work!!!

  6. Review by Cam F.
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    Dude killed my first album. He’s always known what he was doing so I knew I had to do it with him and he just gets better and better overtime. Very quick and responsive as always and really hits the nail on the head. Will be returning as always!!!

  7. Review by Jerome m.
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    great at his job will be back

  8. Review by Cam F.
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    Shawn gets it right every time. Always willing to work with my ideas while retaining the necessities to make a song sound how it should. Dude is unbelievably talented for real. Forever a repeat client…

  9. Review by Artem
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    Great work! very patient and professional

  10. Review by Keep R.
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    Thanks for the patience and open mind!

  11. Review by Cam F.
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    Another slapper. Bro gets it right EVERY time. I don't even bother hiring anyone else at this point. Boy is TOO nice with it!!!

  12. Review by Daryl L.
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    Knows what he’s doing and has great communication! Definitely will be working with him again👌

  13. Review by Cam F.
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    Bro is fire and can do literally any style. I love his take on tracks and each one is so damn good. Very quick turn around time to. My go-to guy always !

  14. Review by Sawyer C.
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    Will be using Shawn's services exclusively. He's that good.

  15. Review by Walkevion F.
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    Awesome 5 five stars

  16. Review by Sawyer C.
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    He did a great job. Will be a returning client.

  17. Review by Cam F.
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    This man knows what he’s doing!!! Hired him for a master and it ended up great. Had him mix a song and it shocked me with what he did. Very responsive and timely, and easy to work with. 10/10 will be returning again!

  18. Review by Shaylan H.
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    Made my less than ideal quality recordings come out sounding well above standard. Helped encapsulate the songs idea with his own flare while staying true to its original intent. Overall very pleased and surprised at this mans patience and dedication to my sound

  19. Review by Keep R.
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    Shawn does great work and his quick as well. I highly recommend his services to all artists

  20. Review by Leticia
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    Shawn Carter II, was absolutely amazing! He really took the time the fully understand what I wanted, was super fast at replying, was extremely patient, and the song turned out better than what I had envisioned. Loved his process, would recommend 10/10.

Interview with S. Carter II, The Engineer

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

  2. A: Currently, I'm doing a long term production with my label Colored Radio as well as Live Long Media. For these two companies I am the lead engineer for anything they do audio wise (music, video sound, podcasts, etc.) With Colored Radio, we have a weekly podcast that airs every Saturday on the Shane Show app for Android and iPhone so head there and check my work!

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

  4. A: Chris Summers a.k.a DJ iShine.

  5. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  6. A: Analog. I love the warmth that comes through an analog sound that's missed in digital.

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

  8. A: You're going to get the best quality song there is.

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

  10. A: The expression on an artists' face when I can bring what was in their head and put it into their ears just like they pictured, if not better. It's such a good feeling to see the light shine across their face.

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

  12. A: Lately, that question has been 'Can you use auto-tune?' and of course the answer is yes.

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

  14. A: That I'm not real because I'm not in a super fancy studio. The music I make in my space transfers well to everything that it is played on. I do good work, minus all the super fancy stuff.

  15. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  16. A: What's my timeframe for the project? What of my services would you like? Is this all original music? Are you ready to sound like a million bucks?

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

  18. A: I'm not as seasoned as the other guys, but I know what I'm doing like the other guys, and I can get it right the first time.

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

  20. A: my mac, my blue spark, my akai, my mackie, and my headphones.

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

  22. A: After college, I wanted to own my own studio, produce artists and myself and get some hits. I have been at this music thing for about 8 years now.

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

  24. A: I recorded an little EP for a friend in my college days. We recorded three songs and it was for a school project. I was producer, engineer, mixer and songwriter. I am in love with this project because not only did the artist love it, it was rated top of the class and I didn't even record it at the studio!

  25. Q: How would you describe your style?

  26. A: Subtle and shocking.

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

  28. A: I would love to work with Pharrell. Ever since the Neptune days of his career, I've always loved his sound, his voice, his lyrics and drive. I idolize the fact that he isn't limited to one genre and can do everything, even score movies!

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

  30. A: Don't be afraid to get weird, you'll find something that works for you.

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

  32. A: I usually work on Hip-Hop, R&B, and EDM. I love working with all kinds of music, but those three are my specialty.

  33. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  34. A: My strongest skill is in my mixing. That's where I'm most creative and really work my magic.

  35. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  36. A: Experimental originality. I love tinkering with different sounds and effects and hiding things in the mix to make the song stand out over everyone else. I like to make my songs elaborate to the fact that you hear something new each time you listen so that it never gets old. Timeless-ness.

  37. Q: What's your typical work process?

  38. A: When I work with an artists, I like to talk with them and get a feel for what they want. Usually I can catch a vibe and we start working on songs that day. I like to record everything possible, let the artist go home with a rough mix and come back to tweak here and there. After recording, I begin mixing and doing a bit of producing as well. I bring the artist in to see if they like what they hear and then it's off to mastering and a finished product and happy artist!

  39. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  40. A: I am currently working out of my attic which I have insulated and cut sections for a vocal booth and control room. I use a ProjectMix I/O board, which has worked wonders. Two types of monitors for the best mixing possible. A few keyboards to make beats and compose with. It's a nice little set up that works out great.

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

  42. A: Pharrell, Ne-Yo, Jay-Z, Kanye West, Diplo. There's plenty more but that's just to name a few.

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

  44. A: I record, mix and master songs for the artist that I work with. I also produce and song write, and help them bring the sound they want from their mind and make it a reality.

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Terms Of Service

Revise as often as you'd like, no song is final until you are satisfied.
No additional costs, however I do require points on records I produce.

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  • Blue Spark
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