Every song tells a story. For those three minutes and thirty seconds, the listener is transported into a shared intimate space with the singer, and my job is to make sure it is heard exactly as it was meant to be felt. I approach each mix with balance, depth and emotion in mind, enhancing clarity without ever losing character.
Audio Examples
Below are a few before and after examples of various genres that show how a well-crafted mix can transform a track into something that truly connects. They have been intentionally loudness matched to demonstrate the effect of the mixing and mastering alone, ensuring a fair and accurate comparison without the influence of level differences.
Press Play and click the Before and After Buttons to toggle between the versions.
What mixing actually involves
Mixing is the balancing and blending of the various elements, instruments or stems to achieve a tonal shape that best suits the song and its production. It is about ensuring everything has its space within the mix while giving the spotlight to what sits centre stage. In popular music this is often the lead vocal or key musical motifs. In other genres it might be the 808s, hi hats or textural elements that drive the record.
The goal of a great mix
A great mix fully utilises the available space across the frequency spectrum, preserving the song’s essence while enhancing it to create a captivating and emotionally engaging listening experience. It should sound balanced and pleasing at any volume, whether it is played in a car, nightclub, on the radio or through headphones, with moments of contrast and dynamics that keep the listener immersed from start to finish.
I take a tailored approach to loudness optimisation, carefully using the available peak range to maintain openness and dynamic headroom, giving the song a solid presence while allowing it to breathe.
My mixing process
First I start with volume balancing and understanding which elements define the frequency, width and spatial parameters of the sonic canvas. Once that foundation is set, I sculpt the mix so every element serves its place and intention. I respect what needs to be centre stage at any given moment, whether that is the vocal, the 808 or a key musical motif. I shape tone, control dynamics and create separation using EQ, compression, panning and gentle saturation, before adding depth, movement and atmosphere through reverbs, delays and creative effects that enhance the emotional story of the song.
Experience and background
As a songwriter, producer and mixing engineer with over a decade of experience, I mix with a deep understanding of intention and emotional impact, not only technical precision. My background includes vocal production and engineering for artists across pop, dance, hip hop and world music, ranging from major label sessions to independent releases.
This blend of musicality and engineering ensures that the mix serves the song rather than distracting from it.
What You Can Expect
- Clear and expressive vocals
- Powerful and present drums
- Punchy and controlled low end
- Depth, width and space that lifts and brings life to the record
- Contrast between sections to emphasise the song’s emotional flow
- Creative effects that support the emotion of the song
- Mixes optimised for streaming, radio and club playback
- Fast communication and thoughtful revisions where needed
Tools and Equipment
I mix in Pro Tools using an extensive collection of third party plug ins including Waves, Plugin Alliance, iZotope and UAD. I also incorporate outboard gear such as EL8 Distressors, Avalon VT737, and an SSL Bus Compressor to achieve a rich, characterful open and dynamic sound.
Ready to enhance your record?
Whether you are an artist, producer or label, my goal is to bring your record to its fullest potential with precision, emotion and intention.
If you would like to hear what your song could sound like when mixed and mastered to a professional standard, please get in touch by filling in the form below.