Ziv Shalev

Session Guitarist

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I provide quality guitar production. I am looking forward to hearing and collaborating on your music!

I absolutely love writing guitar loops and hooks, ambient pads, wall of guitars, acoustic, electric, nylon string, 12 string guitar and bass. I provide commercial quality tracks recorded in a state of the art recording studio.
We will discuss your goals in depth and capture the sounds you are looking for on your production.

The signal chain consist of some of the top amplifiers, preamps and microphones in the industry. I use a variety of guitars for different styles of music. The audio tracks you will receive will be recorded through an amp of your choice including DI tracks (if requested in advance), if requested. I will work with you until you are 100% happy with the result. Once we are finished with the project you will receive precise, edited isolated final stems.
I work remotely but can assure you a fluent communication and fast turnaround time.

Pricing: All type of guitar track prices for full length songs are listed on my page. Full Instrumental Production price includes anywhere between 3-10 guitar tracks, double acoustic panned left and right, ambient pads, wall sounds, licks and leads and ear candy. For shorter segments, such as solos or loops please contact me for pricing.

Get in touch with me through the green ‘contact’ button above and let’s start creating some beautiful music!

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1725 Reviews - 215 Repeat Clients

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  1. Review by Kevin G.
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    KILLER BASS work by Z once again!! Truly BADASS! 🤘🏻😎🤘🏻!

  2. Review by Kevin G.
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    Ziv just wrote the most unbelievable lead to one of the BEST songs we’ve written! Because of what I just heard these goosebumps might be permanent

    I honestly don’t have the words

    Z you’re the absolute BEST my friend!

  3. Review by Oliver S.
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    Ziv really went beyond expectations! Definitely my go-to guitarist now. Thank you

  4. Review by Marco R.
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    Best in the business! Amazing producer 💪

  5. Review by Todd Mazzotta
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    Ziv really nailed the part I was going for. I needed a lead guitar solo for a nudisco/house song. He heard the track and knew exactly what to do. Super fast turnaround and asked questions to understand what I wanted to get a better final product.

  6. Review by Randall T.
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    This was my first time working with Ziv, and I’m definitely looking forward to working with him again. He delivered exactly what I was looking for on these guitar lines, the turnaround was quick, as well as his response time. Pleasure working with him

  7. Review by Marco F.
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    Ziv is an amazing guitar player and knew exactly what kind of sound to bring to my demo! I am looking forward to working with him again on other songs of mine

  8. Review by Kevin G.
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    Z IS THE BEST….EVER! A writing phenom. Nothing else to be said

  9. Review by Van
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    Ziv's performance is extremely precise and dynamic, also his guitar tone is delightful. I'm very happy to have had the opportunity to collaborate this time, and I hope we can continue to work together in the future.

  10. Review by Kevin G.
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    WICKED COOL bass on a sweet track! The bass really shines through on this one, so awesome!

  11. Review by Kevin G.
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    This ROCKIN track is all Z!! Wrote an instant ear-worm riff that’s the center piece for this hardrock monster!

    Hell yeahhhhhh my friend!!

  12. Review by zeak
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    Ziv never disappoints. He is truly a master at his craft I can't recommend him enough.

  13. Review by Leanne T.
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    I am amazed by Ziv’s talent, grateful for his hard work, and so happy to work with him again. Highly recommend Ziv for your next project!!

  14. Review by David S.
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    Ziv is truly amazing. I've worked with him three times already in the last two months and he is so in tune with what the expectations are when I explain it to him that I know the end product with be impeccable. He is super easy to work with and his turn around times are blink of an eye fast. Thank Ziv

  15. Review by Kevin G.
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    AMAZING BASS WORK by Z!! On definitely one of the BEST songs we’ve written!

  16. Review by Susan O.
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    Ziv really performs miracles on my songs! He really listens to what I'm trying to project, and the results are amazing - so appreciated!

  17. Review by Kevin G.
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    Ziv just wrote something so emotionally igniting, felt like waves of reflection. So beautifully done

  18. Review by Leanne T.
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    Ziv completely exceeded my expectations with this guitar track! He is time-efficient, responsive, and incredibly talented!

  19. Review by Kevin G.
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    HELL YEAHHHHHHH! Z captured and wrote such an amazingly cool sound that so perfectly spliced together for an unbelievably fun an awesome track!!

    Such a killer writing team!!!

  20. Review by Tim Karabajak
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    Working with Ziv has been an exceptional experience. His expertise with the guitar and bass brought a fresh and modern vibe to my project, far exceeding my expectations. Ziv's professionalism and creativity stand out, making every collaboration seamless. I'm already looking forward to our next project together. Highly recommended for anyone seeking to elevate their music.

Interview with Ziv Shalev

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

  2. A: I loved working and producing primarily The Vanity Belles, Danny Mclaughlin band and The Vinyl Stash. Good music with combination of good people and musicianship is the best.

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

  4. A: I am producing a Musical.

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

  6. A: Yes. Yoed Nir is incredible Cellist. and Roy Kariok is a fantastic guitarist. Both are wonderful audio engineers as well.

  7. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  8. A: Both. but! It's all about the speed of delivery thesis days, so Digital takes the lead.

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

  10. A: %100 money back guarantee if they are not satisfied with my work.

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

  12. A: Everything. I am very passionate abut what I do.

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

  14. A: If I can drop down the price for a project. I usually do that for first time clients.

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

  16. A: Sometime I think people realize I am a professional producer as well.

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

  18. A: To have a clear vision of what they are looking for.

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

  20. A: To have a clear vision of what they are looking for. A reference is wonderful so I could pin point the sound they are after.

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

  22. A: Guitar, amplifier, computer, interface and Protools.

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

  24. A: I have been playing and producing music for 25 years.

  25. Q: How would you describe your style?

  26. A: Multi Genre.

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

  28. A: Sting. I love everything he does from songwriting to playing his base to his lyrics, voice and productions.

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

  30. A: Don't "fix it in the mix". Music needs to sound amazing before and cosmetic work is done to it. The best projects I worked on did not need a mix.

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

  32. A: Pop Rock, World Music, Classical and Jazz.

  33. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  34. A: Correspondence. I am very quick to get work done. Nothing lingers, even if I am busy.

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

  36. A: I try to bring first and foremost my own creativity and sound. What the song really needs beyond my personal taste. and depending on the project, radio friendly or commercial sound.

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

  38. A: I first discuss the genre and what you are looking for from the guitar portion When possible, I encourage my clients to provide a reference to the type of style and sound desired Depending on your preference, I can record a single guitar track or multiple guitar tracks to produce a richer sound or stereo sound. Tracks are then recorded remotely and sent directly to the client. I start with charting the song, opening a new project on PT, deciding what tempo the song is in, and laying out the tracks starting with rhythmic parts and all the way to the lead parts.

  39. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  40. A: I run Protools on a custom Mac. I use the Apollo 8p as an interface with its magnificent plugins. I have a Whirsperroom isolated booth to maximize mic'ed recording and isolation. I have a variety of amps such as Fender Vibrolux and Marshall JCM800. Endless effects and pedals. I use microphones such as Neumann87, AKGC414 and Royer 121. I always use the best high performance cables. Most of them are Mogami. I also use S-gear and Helix.

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

  42. A: The list would be endless but here are top few: Jeff Lynn, Quincy Johns, Queen, John Mayer, Steve Lord Alge, Chris Rock, Eagles, Stevie Ray Vaughn, Jimmy Hendrix, Fufus Wainwright.

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

  44. A: I do guitar work for my clients, whether it's single, multiple layer guitar work, it is all done within a couple of days. I have a variety of guitars to choose from, for all genres including nylon, acoustic guitar, ukulele or mandolin. I also compose and arrange music for singer/songwriters as well as audio engineering projects such as editing, vocal tuning and mixing and mastering as well

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Typical turnaround time 3-5 days.
Even split on publishing for songwriting.

GenresSounds Like
  • John Mayer
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  • Gibson Les Paul Fender Stratocaster Gibson Songwriter Gretsch Duo Jet Cordoba GK Series Classical Guitar Suhr Badger 30 Victory Kraken VX UA Neve 1073 Imperical Labs Distressor M6176 preamp UA Apollo interface Neumann U87 and KM184
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