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Mixing
Balance, depth and punch for your multitracks. Vocals that sit right on top, low end that translates from earbuds to club rigs.
Ideal for: singles, EPs, albums
Mixing · Mastering · Recording · Live sound · Podcasts
Make it sound like the record in your head.
I'm Mike, an audio engineer in Houston with 10+ years behind the board. I help artists, bands, venues and podcasters get clean, loud, emotional sound, whether we're tracking in the room, mixing your stems or running front of house on a Saturday night.
Services
Five ways to work together. Every project starts with a free 15-minute call so we agree on the sound before the clock starts.
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Mastering
Final polish and loudness for streaming, vinyl or CD, with consistent level and tone across every track on the release.
Ideal for: release-ready mixes
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Recording & tracking
Studio or mobile sessions for vocals, full bands and live instruments. Mic choice and placement done with care, so the mix starts strong.
Ideal for: bands, singers, players
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Live sound
Front-of-house and monitor mixing for venues, festivals, churches and private events. I show up early and line-check everything.
Ideal for: venues, events, tours
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Podcast & voiceover
Recording, editing, noise cleanup and loudness-matched delivery for shows, audiobooks and ad reads.
Ideal for: podcasters, narrators, brands
How a project runs
- STEP 1
Free intro call
We talk goals, references and timeline. You get a clear quote.
- STEP 2
Prep
You send stems or we book studio time. I share a prep checklist.
- STEP 3
Session
Tracking, mixing or mastering, with check-ins as the sound takes shape.
- STEP 4
Revisions
Notes are welcome. Revision rounds are included in every package.
- STEP 5
Delivery
Masters, stems and alt versions delivered in the formats you need.
Rates
Straight pricing, no surprise fees. Bundles for EPs and albums, and a sliding rate for local independent artists.
PER SONG
Mix
$150 / song
- Up to 48 tracks
- 3 revision rounds
- Instrumental + a cappella
- 5–7 day turnaround
MOST BOOKED
Mix + Master
$200 / song
- Everything in Mix
- Streaming + CD masters
- Loudness report
- Priority scheduling
PER HOUR
Studio / Podcast
$75 / hour
- Engineer + room
- Raw files same day
- Edit + cleanup add-on
- 3-hour minimum
Mastering only: $75 / song · Album bundles (8+ songs): 15% off · Live sound: from $500 / event day (up to 10 hrs) · Podcast editing: $65 / finished hour. 50% deposit books your date.
Recent work
Before-and-after clips so you can hear exactly what changes. Clips coming soon.
SAMPLE · MIX + MASTER
Nova Lane – “Midnight on Westheimer”
SAMPLE · RECORDING
The Bayou Static – Live at the Warehouse
SAMPLE · PODCAST
Third Coast Creators – Ep. 42
Let's make something loud.
Tell me about the project and I'll reply within one business day with a quote and open dates.
booking@mikeriveraaudio.com
(713) 555-0142
Houston, TX · Remote mixing worldwide
Studio hours: Mon–Sat, 10am–10pm