Chao Audio - Mixing & Masterin - Mixing & Mastering Engineer - New York

NYC-based Mixing & Mastering Engineer specializing in Soul, Blues, and Indie-Pop. I leverage a premium hybrid workflow—combining the legendary feel of SSL hardware controllers with the precision of UAD analog modeling. Whether it’s a grit-filled blues track or a polished pop record, I focus on unmasking the emotion and delivering radio-ready depth.

Hi, I'm Chao. Welcome to my NYC-based hybrid mix suite.

I believe a great mix is more than just balance—it’s a performance. Specializing in Soul, Blues, and Rock, my mission is to capture the "vibe" that makes your song unique.

My Process: I utilize a specialized SSL & UAD Hybrid System. By using tactile SSL hardware (UF8/UF1/UC1), I mix with my ears, not my eyes, ensuring your music has the punch and musicality of a classic console. I combine this with the surgical precision of FabFilter and the resonance suppression of Soothe 2 to ensure every track is crystal clear.

What I offer:

Professional Mixing: Radio-ready clarity, depth, and stereo width.

Hybrid Mastering: Final loudness and polish using high-end UAD & SSL processing.

Vocal Production: Natural-sounding pitch correction and timing alignment.

Genre Expertise: Specialized in Soul, Blues, Funk, and Indie-Rock.

Why work with me? Based in New York, I hold my work to the highest industry standards. I’m not finished until you are 100% satisfied with the sound. My goal is to make your independent production sound like it was recorded in a major studio.

My Gear:

Interface: Universal Audio Apollo 8xp (Thunderbolt)

Controllers: Full SSL 360 Ecosystem (UF8, UF1, UC1)

DAW: LUNA (The ultimate analog-summing environment)

Plugins: SSL Native, UAD Analog Classics, FabFilter, Soothe 2.

Would love to hear from you. Click the contact button above to get in touch.