Michael Gatch

Mixing and Mastering

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Hi, my name is Michael Gatch. I have spent the last 12 years working as a professional Audio Engineer and Musician. I've worked with a variety of artist and I would love to work with you. Contact me with details of your needs and the needs of your music. I will do everything I can to help you have a professional and polished product.

Hi my name is Michael Gatch. I am over 12 years experience of working as an audio engineer both in the live world and in the studio. I specialize in mixing real instruments recorded live or in a studio. I am a down to earth guy who will ensure you are happy with your product above all else. I have also worked as a musician so I understand what musicians are looking for in a mix.

Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.

Languages

  • English

Interview with Michael Gatch

  1. Q: Analog or digital and why?

  2. A: Both, analog has a certain mojo to it and the digital performs the surgical precision.

  3. Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?

  4. A: That their happiness comes before all.

  5. Q: What do you like most about your job?

  6. A: I enjoy helping others to bring their music to life.

  7. Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?

  8. A: Why choose you? Because I value the happiness of the customer above all. I have no ego and will ensure the highest quality product is in your hands in a timely manner.

  9. Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?

  10. A: People think mixing is only technical but music is art though and through, I take that into consideration.

  11. Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?

  12. A: Do you have a reference track or song you like the sound of that you'd like your song to sound like?

  13. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  14. A: Make sure you are 100% happy with the product.

  15. Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?

  16. A: A generator, internet reviver, laptop, usb mic and guitar haha

  17. Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?

  18. A: I have been doing this for 12 years. I started out as a live engineer working for a local production company. I got to run FOH and monitors for a lot of artists I look up to.

  19. Q: How would you describe your style?

  20. A: Meticulous.

  21. Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?

  22. A: John Mayer, his love of all things music is compelling.

  23. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  24. A: Never get in a habit of doing something just because.

  25. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  26. A: Acoustic music, Jazz, rock, mostly music with live instruments.

  27. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  28. A: Having the ear of a musician and the knowledge of an engineer.

  29. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  30. A: Whatever the client asks for.

  31. Q: What's your typical work process?

  32. A: Organize tracks do a static mix, listen to groups of instruments, fix problems, balance, add automation and effects.

  33. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  34. A: Hybrid setup using analog gear for the compression curves and mojo.

  35. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  36. A: Vance Powell and his no nonsense approach to mixing. His attention to detail and his calm nature are inspiring.

  37. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  38. A: Remote mixing and mastering.

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Folk-Rock

I was the Mixing engineer in this production

Terms Of Service

Typically 2 revisions, typical turnaround is 5 days. Additional skills would be adding ear candy via guitar, banjo, mandolin, sound effects or keys.

GenresSounds Like
  • The Lumineers
  • Glenn Miller Orchestra
Gear Highlights
  • Joe Meek SC2
  • Warm Audio Tube EQ
  • BSS DPR-402
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