I'm an industry professional and believe that teamwork is key. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Jazz/Rock/Pop Guitar and a Masters Degree in Music Production at Berklee College of Music, where I worked closely with Grammy winning artists.
You need help getting your music to sound as good as your favorite artists?. Send me your ideas, voice memos, project files (Ableton, Logic) or sheet music/mp3 and tell me your vision and some reference tracks.
My offers include:
session guitarist
session bass player
record synths/keys
record percussions
programming drums (Superior Drummer, GGD or electronic samples)
arranging
feedback for your mixes
online music production lessons
mixing & mastering ready for release
100% satisfaction guarantee
EQUIPMENT I USE
PRS Custom 24
Fender Stratocaster USA Custom
ESP Eclipse II CTM
Ibanez RBM400
Gibson Les Paul Classic
Lakewood Custom 56
ESH Stinger 5 String Bass
AKAI MPK249
Rode NT-1
Neumann U87
Shure SM57
Sennheiser e 935
UAD Apollo Twin MK II
Sennheiser HD 650
Meze Audio Classic 99
KALI - IN8
SOFTWARE
Ableton Live
Logic Pro X
Pro Tools
Omnisphere
Serum
Autotune Pro
Superior Drummer
Get Good Drums
Addictive Keys
Lounge Lizard EP-4
Fab Filter Plugins
Fairchild
UAD Plugins
Waves Plugins
Fortin Amp Simulation
Eventide
Contact me and I will send you a custom offer :)
Let's get your track to the next level.
Click the 'Contact' above to get in touch. Looking forward to hearing from you.
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Hugh made my first sound better experience incredible. He was quick to respond, quick to send me exactly what I was looking for and totally understood my vision. Some musicians just get it with minimal direction, Hugh is one of those people without a doubt.
Hugh is an incredible guitarist and producer - end of story. He's got the touch, style and technique that can help bring your project to the next level. I'll be working with Hugh in the future for sure. You rock man!
Hugh is amazing!! He is very talented at what he does and listens to his clients. He is incredibly easy to work with and I highly recommend him to any one who is trying to have an amazing sounding track. You should also listen to is music. It is STELLAR!! Such a nice guy. BOOK HIM NOW!!! ;-)
I have had the pleasure of working with Hugh on two of my songs. He played the guitar beautifully, and had great ideas for the overall production. If you wanna make music that sounds good, Hugh’s your guy.
Hugh is an incredibly talented musician, producer and engineer. His positive energy makes even the most strenuous projects an enjoyable experience. His open mindedness to a variety cultures, and broad travel experiences aid in his ability to work well with anyone.
Hugh Harsher is an extremely reliable and professional producer and engineer. I had the pleasure of working with him on a recording session with the great Mike Casey. As an engineer, he was very efficient and pays close attention to detail. I would highly recommend Hugh Harsher for anyone that needs an engineer!
Excellent communication. Very reliable proffesional and willing to help. Comply with delivery way before due time. I'll definitely hire him again. Kind of person you want to work with.
Hugh being a professional/trained musician himself, has always brought ideas to the table that make the music have just the right amount of spice. As a producer, he translates your musical ideas into sounds with characteristic professionalism and precision.
I've worked with Hugh on several occasions. He's my go to producer for any project. Always reliable and professional.
Interview with Hugh Harsher
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Debut Album of my Alternative Rock Band
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Being creative and work with other like-minded musicians from all over the world.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: sunscreen, a mobile recorder, my western guitar and a pack of strings.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Experimental Progressive Trip Hop (Insert Trademark logo). See my Playlist on Spotify for reference and let me know if you come up with a better fitting description.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: The sound quality is secondary. It's the vibe and feeling that makes a song fantastic. If that song gets the right treatment though - it definitely will be received a lot better. Think of it as the cherry on top.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: From Electronic to Death Metal. Sometimes Dark Country/Western :)
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My musicality. Being an accomplished musician myself I know what needs to be done to make a song unique and fill in the blanks. Either musically through arranging or using mixing techniques within a soundscape.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: My input and know-how as a musician as well as industry professional with 10+ years of experience.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Production of entire songs using their project files (Ableton, Logic Pro) or individually bounced stems and make that track professional.
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: My two solo albums. Check them out anywhere. Hugh Harsher
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Not yet, but I'll let you know
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Both. Digital has gotten some amazing quality recently. Would use more analog if I had the resources tho.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: 100% Satisfaction guarantee
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Musicians are lazy
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Get in touch with the person and describe your project as best and detailed as possible.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Bonobo, Mr. Bill, my former mentor Dani Castelar
I was the Mixing Engineer, Guitarist, Songwriter in this production
- Electric GuitarAverage price - $100 per song
- Acoustic GuitarAverage price - $100 per song
- UkuleleAverage price - $70 per song
- PercussionAverage price - $50 per song
- Programmed drumAverage price - $50 per song
- Full instrumental productionContact for pricing
- Mixing EngineerContact for pricing
Turn-around time depends on complexity of project. 100% satisfaction guaranteed (within reason).
Contact me for custom offers. Let's get your project started :)
- Billy Talent
- Bonobo
