Jon

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Interview with Jon
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: “We recently completed a single for an independent hip-hop artist. I oversaw the project as CEO, assigning the right engineer, coordinating revisions, and ensuring the final master met professional standards while keeping the artist’s vision intact.”
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: “Our engineers are currently mixing and mastering multiple singles and EPs for independent hip-hop, rap, R&B, and pop artists.”
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: “As a new label, we’re focused on building our network. We recommend providers based on proven quality, clear communication, and experience working with independent artists.”
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: “We primarily work digital for flexibility and precision, using professional DAWs and plugins, while drawing on analog techniques when needed for warmth and character.”
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: “We promise high-quality mixes and masters, clear communication, and dedication to the artist’s vision at a fair and accessible rate.”
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: “Helping independent artists bring their music to life with professional-quality sound that they can be proud to release.”
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: “Q: How long will it take? A: We deliver within agreed timelines with revisions included. Q: Will my track sound professional? A: Yes — our engineers specialize in making independent tracks polished and release-ready.”
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: “Many people think mixing and mastering is just making a song louder. It’s actually about balance, clarity, energy, and emotional impact.”
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: “We ask about their goals for the track, reference songs, genre, and any specific sounds or effects they want emphasized.”
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: “Focus on clear communication and sharing your vision. A good engineer will listen, provide guidance, and refine your tracks to a professional standard while keeping your creative intent intact.”
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: “DAW software, audio interface, studio monitors, headphones, and a quality plugin suite — these essentials let our engineers mix and master tracks effectively anywhere.”
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: “I’ve been creating music independently since I was 13. ERUDITE HARMONY RECORDS was founded to provide professional mixing and mastering for artists overlooked by big-name studios. Our engineers have years of experience in mixing and mastering across multiple genres.”
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: “Our style is clean, polished, and impactful, emphasizing clarity, punch, and energy while preserving the artist’s creative vision.”
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: “We’d love to work with independent artists who have a strong vision but lack access to top-tier engineers, because we can help them achieve professional-quality sound without the high costs of large studios.”
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: “Start by balancing levels and EQ first — a clean mix foundation makes everything else fall into place.”
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: “We specialize in hip-hop, rap, R&B, and pop.”
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: “Delivering professional-quality mixes and masters for independent artists, with attention to detail and clear communication throughout the project.”
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: “We bring polish, clarity, and impact, enhancing the emotional and sonic qualities of each track while staying true to the artist’s original vision.”
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: “We start by understanding the artist’s vision and reference tracks. The assigned engineer mixes and masters the track while communicating revisions with the artist. We focus on clarity, balance, punch, and a polished, professional final product.”
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: “Our team operates remotely and on mobile setups, using professional DAWs, plugins, and monitoring systems. This allows us to provide high-quality mixing and mastering for artists no matter their location, while maintaining consistency and precision.”
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: “We’re inspired by engineers and producers who consistently elevate independent artists’ music, including innovators in hip-hop, R&B, and pop. Our focus is on learning from professionals who prioritize clarity, balance, and impact in their work.”
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: “We provide mixing, mastering, and remixing services for independent hip-hop, rap, R&B, and pop artists. Our team focuses on creating polished, release-ready tracks that bring out the best in every song.”



