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I'm a freelance audio engineer and mixing specialist based in South East Queensland, working across several professional studios and from my own home mixing space. I help artists bring their creative vision to life through clean, polished, and dynamic mixes. Whether you're recording a full band, tracking vocals, or looking to elevate your final sound, I offer technical expertise, industry-grade gear, and a workflow that puts the music first.

Feel free to check out a few recent mixes. I’ve worked on plenty more, but I’m a big believer that "you’re only as good as your last mix" — and honestly, keeping track of everything can be a bit of a mission! These are Google Drive links since they haven’t hit distribution yet or been fully finalized.

Below is a quick look at some of my work, the studios I use, and the gear that helps me get a clean, pro sound for your project.

Garage Rock

Scallywag Jazz/RnB - hard to put a label on this banger

Punk/Hardcore style example (unreleased)

HARDCORE EXAMPLE (1).wav

Blues rock - Ward Xpress

THE M1 - mastered.wav

Midwest/Hardcore style studio bounce (unreleased)

Elements Collide studio bounce.wav

Very sad blues (unreleased)

Sun going down Mix 1.wav

full list of previous clients

Sexton Street, The Plane Sailors, Ward Xpress, Porcelain, Ella North, Findaway, Birds Are Fake, Atomics, Ibis Island, Histeria, Twilight Idols, Concilate, The Gubbins, Ashtray Avenue, Jam & Scones, Palena, Twig Cinnamon, Luke Vanzoelen, Wasted, Orange State, Front and Back, Shed Fiends, Mad Hatters, Colleen Avenue, The Shooz, Carmody Road, Freemore, Lakeside Karage, Frozen Eddie, Salty Season, Sinkin’ Schooners, Acid Cherry, Skirmisher, Patrick Atkinson, Aspect, Kathleen Turner Overdrive

A very brief overview of my process - more detail under the "Entire process" page.

I typically record drums and instruments at one of the following professional studios: Serotonin Productions (Gold Coast), Blackbox Recording (Moorooka), or Buffalo Speedway (Geebung).

Vocals are recorded at my home studio, using my U47 microphone into either an Avalon 737 or Neve preamp. Since vocals are usually recorded towards the end of a recording session, fatigue can sometimes impact performance; I recommend recording vocals in my home studio with extra cost to the project.

My mixes are crafted with careful attention to detail, processed through a range of outboard equipment and routed through my analog summing mixer to add depth and richness. I then use a C2 compressor to achieve a transparent, cohesive sound before printing the final mix back into Pro Tools.

For optimal sound quality, I strongly recommend artists have their mixes mastered by a professional mastering engineer. I can provide recommendations for trusted mastering engineers to help achieve the best possible final product.

home studio outboard

Lynx Aurora N 32 TB
SansAmp
Tube-Tech PE 1C Program Equalizer
Avalon 737SP
EL8-XS Distressor | Stereo PAIR
1176 REV D x 2
1176 REV A x 2
Smart Research C2 Stereo Compressor
Gainlab Empress Stereo Tube Equaliser
API Select SR24 Dual Equalizer
2x DBX 160X
DBX 166 (Original)
DBX 163 (Original)
2x Drawmer DL241
Drawmer Powergate DS501 Noise Gates
Handmade Neve 1073 4ch
Folcrom Summing Mixer
Presonus central control station
Dynaudio BM5A monitoring plus matched sub
UAD Octo satellite

Plugins

UAD
Waves
SSD5 and Trigger 2
Soundtoys
Fabfilter
ValhallaDSP

The three studios mentioned above are listed below, each with a link to their respective websites. If you have any questions about the spaces, gear, or which studio might best suit your project, feel free to reach out—I'm more than happy to help.

Serotonin Productions

BlackBox Recording

Buffalo Speedway

here’s a breakdown of how you can best prepare for your studio session. I’m available to assist with every step along the way, ensuring you're fully ready to get the most out of your time in the studio.

1. Pre-Production & Planning

Song arrangement finalized: Ensure the structure, tempo, key, and instrumentation are all locked in.
Rehearsal: The band should be well-rehearsed, especially with click tracks if they'll be used.
Demos/Reference Tracks: Bring rough demos or reference songs to help communicate the desired sound.
Tempo maps: If using a DAW, plan out tempo changes in advance.
Lyric sheets/chord charts: Useful for quick communication during the session.

2. Gear & Technical Prep

Instrument condition: Guitars, basses, and drums should be in top condition (new strings/heads, proper intonation/tuning).
Backup gear: Bring spare cables, picks, drumsticks, etc.
Click tracks: Decide whether to use a click and who will need it in their headphones.
Tuning consistency: Bring tuners, and tune frequently during tracking.

3. Band & Session Roles

Assign a bandleader/spokesperson: Helps with communication and decision-making.
Creative vision: Be clear on the vibe/sound you’re going for.
Decision-making process: Agree on how to handle disagreements quickly (democracy, producer decides, etc.).
Performance roles: Make sure each member knows their parts thoroughly and who's playing what.

4. Studio Etiquette & Workflow

Punctuality: Arrive on time and be ready to work.
Noise discipline: Avoid noodling during setup or mixing discussions.
Breaks: Schedule breaks to avoid fatigue and ear fatigue.
Communication: Keep feedback constructive and focused.

5. Mental & Creative Readiness

Relaxed mindset: Stay calm and flexible—studio time can be unpredictable.
Open to feedback: Trust the engineer/producer’s guidance when appropriate.
Focus: Avoid distractions (phones off or silent) and stay present.

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