Audio Mixing & Mastering Services

Online Mixing & Mastering Tailored To Your Sound

Before you start, I know there is a lot of detail on this page. That’s because your music is important and I want to let you know exactly how I will partner with you to make your songs sound their absolute best.

Does this sound like you?

• You’re recording at home (or in a studio) and you want your songs to stand up against major label releases.
• You want to partner with someone who understands your musical vision and cares about your songs as much as you do.
• Maybe, you’re happy with your songs and recordings but you’d also appreciate someone with production and song writing experience giving you some suggestions or help if it’s needed.

Why Work With A Professional Mix Engineer?

Recording your music is only one half of the music production process. Professional mixing gives your track the chance to sound it’s absolute best.

Professional mixing and mastering of your songs will:

• Add a fresh dimension to your songs that you may have never considered.
• Help avoid bad mix decisions because you’re burnt out on the song. 
• Get the best out of less than ideal recordings.

BUT getting someone to mix and master your music online can feel like a bit of a risk.

• Will I be 100% satisfied with the final sound?
• Will I find it hard to communicate my ideas with the mix engineer?
• I don’t want to waste my money.

I completely get it.

Professional Mixes That Fit Your Songs

I specialise in professional, creative, genre specific mixes. I partner with you to get the mix sounding exactly how your want it. Because I’m a producer and trained composer I can also offer helpful production input to get the best from the recordings you send through for mixing.

I’ve also worked on the art of doing this remotely. When you work with me you can feel 100% confident that:

• There will be clear and timely communication.
• I will partner with you to get the best out of your songs beyond just mixing and mastering.
• You’ll get mixes you’re 100% happy with or I will give you a complete refund.

What My Clients Say

Before & After Mixing Samples

You can find more mixing and mastering samples on the Banana Llama Studios Spotify Playlist

The Songwriting & Production Advantage For Your Songs

One thing I notice about many of the projects I’m sent is that they sometimes need a little extra help aside from mixing. These changes and additions are often subtle but can absolutely transform a mix.

“Working with Luke felt like a true partnership. His creative suggestions and collaborative approach turned our songs into something truly special. I highly recommend Banana Llama Studios.” Joel, “cadence&eli” (EP mixed and mastered and additional production)

In addition to having extensive experience mixing music, I am also a trained contemporary composer. This means I bring arranging and songwriting insights to your songs as I mix them.

I’ve also spent many years recording and producing music for artists and have a deep appreciation for your vision for your music. That’s why I want to partner with you to achieve that.

The Mixing Process

When I mix a track it’s like opening a present. Turning up some drum overheads and starting to build a picture of the kit with the close mics is my jam. Or hearing that big old synth bass or that magic vocal take are little sonic surprises that I love opening.

Okay, I’m a big audio nerd but that’s why I do this.

When I’m working on your track I’m considering a number of things:

• Your rough mixes: I want to understand what you’ve placed emphasis on in the balance of the mix as well as any specific sounds or effects.
• Your reference mixes: I want to know what has inspired you and if you’re aiming for a certain sound. Giving me other artists music to reference can be a huge help.
• Are there any problems: I have some pretty handy tools to deal with most recording issues BUT if there are serious problems with any of the recordings of instruments or vocals I will work with you to get the best result.
• Finishing Production: When I hear a track I am not just trying to pull a great mix, I want the track to move people. Sometimes this might require some additional production to help the energy of the track flow. It might be some claps or extra percussion in the chorus to help give it a lift. Whatever I do it’s 100% negotiable and I will ask you before we start if it’s something you’d like as part of mixing.

What’s Included In The Mixing Process?

When I mix and master your songs it includes:

• Basic editing of parts to correct any minor timing issues or to remove unwanted noise etc.
• Vocal tuning of your vocal tracks (if needed/requested).
• Virtual Instrument replacement with professional high-end versions (if needed/requested).
• If required, I can help with arranging and production elements to help tighten up your song (see additional production services).
• Professional mixing that will have your song ready for release on all streaming platforms so it sounds great next to other professionally mixed and mastered songs.
• Release ready mastering is included as part of my audio mixing services.

Basically I’ll do what needs to be done to make your project sound the absolute best it possibly can.

What You Get

When we’re done you’ll receive a high quality mp3 and wav (44.1kHz 16bit) version of your stereo master that is ready for release on all streaming platforms.

If you require a vinyl or CD masters there is an additional fee of $20USD per format per song. Find out more about out mastering process.

Other deliverables are available such as no-vocal mixes and stems for remixing. If you have a specific requirement I’m sure I can accommodate it.

Audio Mixing Fees

I prefer to call it an investment rather than a fee. This isn’t just clever word play. You have invested your time, creative energy and money into the songwriting and recording process. Now you’re ready to invest in the next stage of the process.

Mix and mastering services range from $150 to $525USD depending on the complexity of the project. This price also includes professional audio mastering.

EP & Album Discounts

I offer discounts on mixing for projects over 3 songs. You’ll get the same great mixes but I can work more efficiently once I know your sound and you get to enjoy a lower fee for your project:

• 3 – 7 songs gives you a 5% discount on the total project cost.
• 8+ songs will give you a 10% discount on the total project cost.

I understand that trusting someone with your songs is a risk. Before you’re ready to dive into a whole album project I suggest having me mix one song. If you decide to go ahead with the whole EP or album mixing, I’ll still give you the discount on the whole project.

Pay As You Go

It can be a significant investment to have your songs mixed and mastered. I offer a pay-as-you-go approach to EP and album mixing projects. The only thing I require is that the project is finished with 6 months for an EP and 12 months for an album.

Additional Production Services

As I mentioned before, I can help you polish your songs with more than mixing and mastering. I am a trained composer and before focussing on mixing, I spent years producing many artists in Australia and the US. This means I can provide you with:

• Finishing production and full track production.
• Additional session playing on songs including drums, bass, electric and acoustic guitar and piano/keys. If you’re looking for other additional instruments not listed, I can certainly liaise with session musicians directly or help you find session musicians to work with.
• Arranging of parts (strings, brass, woodwinds and full orchestral arrangements).
• General arrangement and structure guidance to help tighten your songs up.

Ready To Get Started?

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Online Mixing & Mastering Services

I’m based on the Sunshine Coast, Australia. 90% of my clients are in the US, Canada and Europe so I can help you with your mixes where ever you are in the world with my online mixing services.

FAQs

What Is The Difference Between Mixing & Mastering?

This is a very common question so I’ve create a special post and video to explain the difference between mixing and mastering.

Do You Provide Mixing & Mastering Services? 

Yes I do. Generally I mix and master most client’s music because it’s a simpler process. I also find that some mix revisions are actually mastering revisions, so being able to address both at the same time is helpful.

Why Is It So Hard To Mix & Master At Home?

If you’re trying to mix and master your music at home, you probably find that:

• You have some idea about mixing, you watch YouTube videos to learn more but you know you’re missing something.
• It’s taking a LONG time for you to finish mixes. The songs sound good but you’re not 100% happy with them and you’re not sure why.
• You’ve got songs that aren’t finished because there is that “little bit more to do” on the mix but you feel stuck.

If you’ve written, produced and recorded the songs, handing them over to someone else to mix is a liberating feeling. A professional mix will bring your songs to life just like you imagined. This means partnering with someone who is going to help you achieve that. 

How Quickly Can You Mix My Song?

Depending on the projects I am currently working on it can take 3 – 10 business days per song including mix/mastering revisions. If you have a deadline to hit I’ll work with you to get your project finished by or before your deadline. If it’s not possible to hit the deadline I will let you know upfront so you can make other arrangements.

What Does Radio Ready Mean?

This is a bit of a funny term that still gets kicked around. Basically it means that your songs sound finished like they would if they were on the radio. I personally like to say your songs will be ready for streaming. Technically you would master slightly differently for radio as well but we won’t get into that here.

Do You Provide Dolby Atmos Mixing?

I certainly can if you require it. It will require a more significant mixing and mastering investment but if that is what is needed I am happy to accommodate Dolby Atmos mixing and mastering of your songs.

Won’t The Studio I Record At Mix The Song?

A lot of studios will mix projects that they record and that’s absolutely fine. So why might you want to work with a different mix engineer?

• A fresh perspective and input into your song or album. When I used to record, produce and mix albums you’d get a little burnt out on the songs from a creative point of view at times. This didn’t mean the project didn’t sound great however, sending your tracks to someone who has a new perspective can be a huge benefit to the final sound.
• All audio engineers aren’t great mix engineers. When I stopped taking on recording projects and just focussed on mixing music my abilities grew. It’s not to say your recording engineer can’t pull a great mix but sometimes having someone who specialises will give you that extra 5% – 10%+ that will make your project shine that much more.

What Genres Of Music Do You Mix?

I have mixed many projects in a wide variety of music genres. Here are some I’d say I specialise in mixing:

• Alt Pop & Electronic
• Indie
• Rock/Alternative
• Folk/Country
• Soundtrack/Ambient/Experimental

If you’re genre isn’t included above get in touch with me and if I can’t mix your track I’ll help you find someone who can.