400,000,000 + Streams! I've worked with Taylor Swift, Nicki Minaj, ZAYN, J.Lo, U2, Ryan Tedder, One Republic, Little Mix, Lil Mosey, Zendaya, Carly Rae Jepsen, Hailee Steinfeld, Jason Derulo, Nick Jonas, Demi Lovato, JoJo, Chelsea Collins, Why Don't We, Sofia Carson, and many more!
Mix Engineer / Vocal Editor / Mastering Engineer. I specialize in Pop, Trap, Urban, Country, Hip Hop, Rock and more! I offer major label top 40 quality at an affordable price. I also offer great bundle deals!
I've had releases / worked with:
Island, Warner, Atlantic, Interscope, Sony, Universal, Dim Mak, Disney, Big Machine, HITCO, and more. I've had #1 albums and top charting songs on Billboard, as well as continuously charting on major Spotify playlists.
❗️My services ❗️
- Mixing & Mastering (optimized for streaming and distribution)
- Vocal Tuning (meticulously editing and tuning your vocal to perfection)
- Custom Beats / Beat Remakes (crafted with or without your vocals)
- Song Production (I handle the music production while you focus on vocals; I then mix and master the final product)
- Dolby Atmos Mixing!
Song Credits:
Taylor Swift "Delicate" - Sawyr & Ryan Tedder Mix
Zayn ft. Nicki Minaj "No Candle No Light"
Nick Jonas “Avalanche” Ft. Demi Lovato
JoJo - "High Heels"
Chelsea Collins "07 Britney"
Why Don't We "These Girls"
RaeLynn "Judgin' To Jesus"
R3HAB "Not My Style"
Scarypoolparty "Millennial Love"
Scarypoolparty ft. nothing,nowhere. "Universe"
Cedric Gervais "Somebody New"
Jocelyn Alice "Bound To You”
Chloë Black "Spaceman"
Laura Marano “Boombox”
I mix hybrid with analog gear, please check out my gear list for more info!
Tell me about your project and how I can help, through the 'Contact' button above.
329 Reviews - 81 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedAmazing mix and master from TJ! understood my edits with ease and really understood the feel of my song. highly recommend.
check_circleVerifiedHe just gets it! And my "first" second "listening ear".
Highly recommended!
Thank you TJ!
check_circleVerifiedSuperb work on the mix and master and great communication. I really enjoyed working with TJ and look forward to doing so again!
check_circleVerifiedMy go to for mix/master/vocal tuning every. Single. Time. Thank you again TJ!!
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Sawyr did an amazing job! Awesome work, there every step of the way, updates were very regular, and I am super excited that my music came out great! 100% satisfaction!
check_circleVerifiedThis gifted and talented man knocked it out the park once again. He's professional and the quality of the work is top-shelf. The project took longer than anticipated, but the wait was worth it. He just "gets it". The song sounds amazing. I look forward to more opportunities to work with him.
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I’ve used TJ for about 2 years now, I always go to him for my mixes whether I’m doing a dance, pop or rnb track he always does it right. Can’t wait to get started on the next track I already know he will murder that mix. Thanks TJ
check_circleVerifiedI love working with TJ. He does everything he can to accommodate you. He's my favorite mixing engineer on SoundBetter. I can't wait to work with him again!
check_circleVerifiedExcellent, quick, and detail oriented work from TJ. Really happy with how the song turned out! Would love to work together again soon, and would definitely recommend!
check_circleVerifiedWorking with TJ was amazing. His professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail delivered results that exceeded our expectations. TJ is, without a doubt, the best choice for any project!
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TJ took the time and patience to stick with me on this track and I'm appreciative and happy with what we created together!
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TJ is awesome! I’m so glad I went to him to mix/master a song of mine. I enjoyed the way he put his own spin into my music. His musicality is top notch! You can see why he’s worked with top artists!
check_circleVerifiedExceptional mix and master with fast delivery. I'll come back with more songs.
check_circleVerifiedThis was my second time working with TJ and I am very satisfied with the songs he has mixed for me. I'll definitely be back with another one. He is awesome to work, he understands what you're going for, and delivers great results!
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Always great collaboration as well. For me as a producer it is important to get the absolute best TOP NOTCH from a mix. TJ can do that with "flying colours" no doubt with his mastering skills, thanks bro!
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TJ is a pro engineer and immediately got the sound I was going for! He had a positive energy and was welcoming to any notes I had, which was little since he saw and executed the vision I had. Def would recommend!
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I put TJ through the paces on this mix and he was undeterred in getting it just right. Truly appreciate it as it came out sounding amazing.
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He delivers awesome and really high quality work!!
check_circleVerifiedAbsolutely amazing vinyl masters, I highly recommend TJ, he will bring your vision to life!!!
check_circleVerified10/10 job as always, TJ is insanely good at what the does. The only one I fully trust to deliver commercial standard vocal mixes. He will really give you that pro, radio ready sound
Interview with TJ Routon AKA Sawyr
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Definitely a combination of both! Hybrid is the way to go!
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: A polished professional sound, satisfaction guaranteed!
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Helping artists/ producers and everyone in between achieve their goals musically!
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Macbook, UAD Apollo, Headphones, Beats Pill, Guitar
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Take a break, come back to it with a clear focused mind!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Literally all genres!
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Top 40 radio quality, warmth and life!
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Taking a lot time to listen to the song and really feel what the artist is trying to achieve, and building upon that!
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Cranborne Summing Mixer, SSL SiX, WesAudio Dione, WesAudio Mimas, SPL BIG, Logic, Ableton, UAD, Waves, Auto-Tune Melodyne FabFilter etc!
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I am inspired by a lot, but in terms of mixers I would have to say Serban Ghenea!
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Top level professional sounding songs, great productions alongside great relationships!
I was the Mixing, Mastering, Producer & Composer in this production
- Delicate - Taylor Swift x Sawyr x Ryan Tedder
- Zayn Ft. Nicki Minaj - No Candle No Light
- Sound Better Reel 1
- Sound Better Reel 2
- Mixing EngineerContact for pricing
- Vocal TuningContact for pricing
- Mastering EngineerContact for pricing
- ProducerContact for pricing
- Beat MakerContact for pricing
3 - 5 day turn around not including weekends! 5 free revisions, $25 per revision after that. $25 - $50 for full stems (depending on the size of the project). 50% deposit non-refundable.
- Neve 511
- Warm Audio EQP-WA
- Cranborne Summing Mixer
- SSL SiX
- WesAudio Dione Bus Compressor
- WesAudio Mimas 1176
- SPL BIG
- Austrian Audio Hi-X55's
- Mac Studio M2 Ultra
- Logic
- UAD
- Waves Complete
- Auto-Tune
- Melodyne
- FabFilter and many more!
Bundle deals available for more than one song or service!
