Jacob Navarro

Remote Mixing & Mastering

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Mix and master engineer looking to work on your projects. Contact me on Instagram for inquiries.

I am a mixing and mastering engineer. I have worked very close with hip hop artist Jay Gwuapo, Lil Tjay, Pop Smoke, and a handful of other NYC artists. I have been mixing and mastering for about 3 years. I have an associates degree in Music Technology with a focus being in ProTools. I have been making beats and producing for about 8 years now.

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Interview with Jacob Navarro

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

  2. A: Jay Gwuapo. I have recorded two features and two songs for him so far. That was the first big artist i worked with. I branched out after that and met other famous artists as well.

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

  4. A: I am working on recording some singles for myself and other NYC rappers.

  5. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  6. A: Analog. More dynamic control.

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

  8. A: I will get your project the way you want it. Just communicate efficiently.

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

  10. A: I like turning someone’s project into a masterpiece.

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

  12. A: Do not ask me to work if you are not willing to put up a 50% deposit. This is what I do with all clients. They understand this is my job and you should too.

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

  14. A: Microphone, speakers, interface,

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

  16. A: I grew up playing guitar and then eventually started making beats. I dropped out of college while pursuing technology to focus on music. A year after that, I reenrolled and graduated with an associates degree.

  17. Q: How would you describe your style?

  18. A: Laid back. Quiet. Focused. I get done what needs to get done. No questions asked

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

  20. A: Swae Lee. He is my biggest inspiration and his sound is unique.

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

  22. A: Don’t be afraid to speak up and help the artist try something new or different.

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

  24. A: Hip hop

  25. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  26. A: Mixing and mastering

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

  28. A: I make the song full of energy and alive. Radio ready and all streaming platforms ready as well.

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

  30. A: Swae Lee, Pop Smoke, Lil Tjay

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

  32. A: I record, track, tune, mix down, master, and revise music.

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GenresSounds Like
  • Jay Gwuapo
  • Lil Tjay
  • Pop Smoke
Gear Highlights
  • ProTools
  • FL Studio
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