All services provided by a highly accomplished Recording Engineer from New York City with a Grammy-Nominated Background? With an extensive career spanning over two decades, I possess a wealth of knowledge and expertise that I bring to every project entrusted to my care. From the initial recording phases, through the processes of mixing and mastering and to release, my services are meticulously tailored to the highest standards of excellence.

I am pleased to offer complimentary consultations, during which we can engage in a comprehensive discussion to discern your requirements for greatness. Should you wish to take advantage of this opportunity, please feel free to contact me. I am reachable at 1-570-483-8393 between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm. Your project's success is my utmost priority, and I look forward to the opportunity of contributing to its excellence. 

Competiton & Award-Winning Mixdowns with over 2.5 million Song Downloads to Date! In-House all-inclusive mixing and mastering services can help you achieve a polished and professional sound for your recordings.  Mix Desire Studio, we combine digital plugins and analogue hardware to create a unique mixing style with calibrated room audio response. We work with the latest equipment from Solid State Logic, Eventide, API and Lexicon, and we re-clock our audio interface for a smoother, sharper sound and pass the audio signal through output transformers to add detail and richness. 

Need a voiceover?  For your commercial, audiobook, or podcast or Ultra HD video recorded or edited? The studio is fully equipped for any project. In studio or on-location.

Do you have old recordings that need restoration? Vocals removed from a track? I can clean up and restore audio recordings to improve their sound quality and remove unwanted noise. Whether you have old family recordings or vintage recordings of your favorite artists, we can help bring them back to life.

The best way I have found to send files is through "We Transfer". It is a free service.

Find it here: wetransfer.com

Please send directly to my email: mixdesirestudio@gmail.com

Remember to include your contact information so I can get in touch with you over any questions we may have.

You will receive an invoice after the files are reviewed with payment link via email.

Not sure how to output your files? Watch this video on YouTube:

 https://youtu.be/7ry5_YJEqmg 

How should I prepare my files for the mix?
You will need to output your individual tracks as WAV files. Please send Wav files in their uncompressed format. Other file types and up to 196k-64bit can be accepted but confirm with us first. Don't upconvert or down convert when outputting. Send it in its original recorded sample rate if possible. Feel free to call with any questions.

Please bring the faders to unity gain (0). If your faders are very low, the resulting bounced files will also have a very low volume. Also, please remove any effects such as EQ's, reverbs or delays with the exception of an effect that is a integral part of the sound (for example a guitar with flanger). When in question, just bounce two copies of the sound, one with the effect and one without.
If interested in re-amping be sure to send your direct guitar tone track without any EQ and instructions on what type of sound you're looking for etc.

Output your tracks individually to stereo or mono files.

Most importantly, make sure each audio file is bounced from the beginning of the music to the end, in other words leave a measure or two in the beginning and end of your export range on all tracks. These should be bounced from bar zero and all be the same length and the same sample rate.  This way, everything will line up correctly when I import the files into my DAW.

Please supply me with the tempo in BPM of each song as indicated on your DAW and any useful information on the song production. Give me a reference link or links to songs you'd like the mix to emulate. Again, a quick phone call is the best way to insure we are on the same page.

Sending Your Song for Mixing:
If your project is well-tracked, a seasoned mix engineer will enhance and balance it without drastic changes. For those charming home recordings, expect cleaner and more balanced mixes, but let's keep it real – it won't magically turn into Coldplay or Steely Dan.

Remember, collaboration is key. Trust your mix engineer's skills, communicate openly, and let the creative magic happen through a bit of back-and-forth.

To Hire or Not to Hire a Mixer:
Thinking about hiring a mixer? Before you do, consider whether you're open to someone else's touch. Good communication is key – let your mixer work their magic and trust their experience.

How The Mix Matters:
The technicalities of mixing can vary, but what truly matters is the end result. Don't get bogged down in the details of in-the-box or analog – focus on the person and their track record. Quality over technicalities, right?

Mixing as Production:
Mixing isn't just about tweaking levels; it's about enhancing the vibe. If your music needs that extra layer to create emotional impact, let your mix engineer work their magic.

Initial Communication:
Start strong by clearly communicating your project's name and expectations. Clear communication sets the stage for a smooth collaboration.

Rough Mixes:
Love your rough mix? Be honest about it! Your mix engineer needs to know what you love to enhance it effectively. Also, remember, "Fix it before the mix" can be a game-changer. Send a copy of your rough mix.

Prepping Time:
Prepping your sessions is like setting the stage. Whether it's full DAW sessions or consolidated audio files, clarity is key. Know your stems from your tracks and be mindful of what you send – it can make a huge difference.

What Are Stems:
A stem is a grouped collection of audio sources mixed together, usually by one person, to be dealt with downstream as one unit. Maybe it is best to send individual tracks.

Prepping Tracks:
Clean tracks can save time and money. If you're sending tracks for mixing, make sure they're ready to shine. Avoid over-processing – your mix engineer can work wonders with raw, well-prepared tracks.

Initial Mixing Notes:
Give your mix engineer the right guidance. Clear, concise notes make the revision process smoother. Avoid unnecessary details, and remember, your music doesn't exist in a vacuum.

Other People's Mixes:
References can be helpful but choose wisely. Trust your mix engineer's experience and be open to their interpretation. Sometimes, the tracks themselves know the way.

How Long Does Mix and Master Take?

About a day and a half. The mix is complete in one day the second day is for fine tuning with fresh ears and a master is created.

Ready to start your next music project or have questions? Prices are reasonable & it's a great recording studio Call John at 570-483-8393 (9-5pm)