Each song has an identity that comes through when the mix is built on careful listening and conscious decision making.
Music Mixing:
Multitrack and 2-Track mixing. Individualized mixes focused on balance, tone, and feel.
Vocal Editing/Tuning/Alignment:
Removing any errant clicks or pops, plosives, background noises, room tone, etc.
Transparent tuning using Melodyne to preserve your natural delivery.
Vocal alignment to bring more cohesion to your backing tracks and harmonies.
Podcast Editing/Mixing:
Clean and consistent distraction-free audio for long form listening.
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Interview with Ricardo Lurnid
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I work fully in the box using Pro Tools, iZotope RX, and plugins from various manufacturers including Fab Filter, Sonnox, Tone Projects, Leapwing, TDR, etc. I mix primarily on Audeze headphones and reference on consumer headphones and speakers. I use a room simulator to get an accurate spatial perception of the mix while using headphones
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Artists that are passionate about their music and value human expression through sound
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Editing and decision making. Knowing what needs to be present and what doesn't, whether that's frequency content, transient emphasis, or space
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Communication of your vision is huge. Whether you want my take on your music or a more potent version of your working mix, letting me know which direction you want to go can save on revisions and frustration
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I've been working with audio since I was a young teen. My career path has consistently involved audio, including video and audio editing, podcast editing, immersive audio dramas, and music production and mixing
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Session organization off the bat, then listening back to get a feel for the song. I'll start adjusting levels and making any edits as needed while I build the vision in my head. I'll add any sweeteners or effects once a good balance has been reached, and finish things off with any automation to impart some life and movement
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Move off the grid!
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital for recall, portability, and versatility
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Helping artists hear their song as a completed work.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: Track count, song length, any references, and if any tuning or editing is needed
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: I work 100% in the box, so my computer, headphones, interface, generator, and stream deck
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Polished Knock. Smooth top end that isn't harsh, and a bumping low end that's present but not overpowering
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: R&B, Pop, Hip Hop, Soul, Jazz
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Serban Ghenea, Manny Marroquin, Neal Pogue, Noah "40" Shebib
I was the Mix Engineer in this production
- Mixing EngineerAverage price - $300 per song
- EditingAverage price - $40 per track
- Podcast Editing & MasteringContact for pricing
Typical turnaround is 2-4 days depending on project complexity. 3 revisions are included for mixing projects. Editing and Tuning are add ons.
