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Whether you need your next record mixed, a live engineer for tour dates, or mentorship to sharpen your production skills, I can help. I’m a mixing engineer and producer based in the Chicago suburbs, working both locally and remotely with artists worldwide.

Mixing & Production FAQsQ. What’s included in your mixing rate?
My rate includes a full mix of your song(s). I also include some light editing as needed to help clean up the tracks. Full audio editing and manual vocal tuning is available for an extra fee.
Q. How should I send my session files or stems?
Whatever platform works best for you. I typically use Google Drive, WeTransfer, or Dropbox for file sharing. Please have your stems labeled correctly (avoid "audio 1" or "track 1") and have them exported as .wavs so that they all properly align when I import them into my mixing session. If you have questions about format please reach out ahead of sending files.
I always encourage artists to send a demo or rough mix of the song you'd like to work on. That can help give me an idea of what we're working with before getting started. If you have reference tracks for a direction that you'd like to go in, please send those along as well.Q. Do you offer revisions? How many are included?
Of course! I don't have a set cap on revisions, within reason. I am happy to work on revising your mixes until you are completely satisfied. The average number of mix revisions that artists request is around three per mix.
Q. What genres do you typically work with?
My bread and butter is punk rock and other alternative genres. I also have extensive experience with hip-hop, indie, and singer-songwriter genres. I encourage you to reach out to chat about your project to see if we are a good fit!
Q. Can I attend the mix session remotely?
Yes! I offer virtual mixing sessions at 50 minutes per session to finalize mixes and make real time adjustments.
Q. How long does a mix usually take?
My standard turnaround for the first pass of a single mix is 7 days. I ask for 2 weeks for a full length album (10/12 songs). If you have specific deadlines please let me know before we get started so I can accommodate!
Q. Do you offer mastering as well?
I do! I am not a dedicated mastering engineer, so I do encourage artists to seek out dedicated mastering after working on a mix together, but I can master the finished mixes as well.
Q. Can you fix poorly recorded tracks?
This certainly depends on what issues are in the recorded tracks and what your end goals are. I strongly encourage sending a demo or rough mix ahead of time so that I can evaluate the tracks and make sure to set expectations.
Q. Do you mix in the box or use analog gear?
While I have worked in both environments, I choose to mix in the box for the ease of saving projects, recalling mixes, and making quick revisions and adjustments. Mixing in the box doesn't sacrifice sound or quality and can make the mixing process much smoother for my workflow.
Q. What are your rates?
Recording - $350/day (8 hours) @ Trail Blazer Sound in Hammond, IN
Mixing - Starts at $150/song
Mastering - $40/song
Mixing Mentoring - please reach out for rates and availability
All bookings include a project consultation to define your goals before we begin.Have a question you don't see answered here? Don't hesitate to reach out!

Recording - $350/day (8 hours) @ Trail Blazer Sound in Hammond, IN
Mixing - Starts at $150/song
Mastering - $40/song
Mixing Mentoring - please reach out for rates and availability
All bookings include a project consultation to define your goals before we begin.

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