Don’t settle for the default.
Shaping unmistakable records through mixing and mastering
The music that makes a difference rarely comes from following expectations.
It comes from artists willing to trust their instincts, take creative risks and develop a sound that feels unmistakably their own.
My job is to be part of the process and help turn those ideas into a finished record.
SAFE GETS LOST IN THE NOISE
”Mikko is a musical pro and working with him has always been easy and smooth even though the work has been done completely remotely. Mikko has understood and respected our vision and found a solution to even our most unusual requests. The end result has always been more than satisfactory, our demos have become real songs.”
— The Youths
the 3-step-process
FIND THE EDGE
Every project starts with a conversation.
You don't need to know the technical terms or have everything figured out.
We'll explore the ideas, influences and instincts behind the project together and identify what makes it distinct.
AMPLIFY IT
Next up is the mixing phase.
The goal is to emphasize the personality, energy and character that make the music memorable.
Throughout the process, we'll refine things together until the mix feels true to the song and the artist behind it.
SHARE IT
The final step is mastering and delivery of your music in all the formats you need.
This part of the process ensures you can share your music confidently straight to your audience or mastering engineer.
Have a listen.
Check out some of my previous projects.
EXPRESSION OVER PERFECTION
Hi! I’m Mikko. Over many years I’ve worked with a lot of music that is in some way unconventional. Music that you can’t put in a box.
My favorite projects aren't defined by technical perfection. They're defined by conviction, personality and a clear point of view.
The music that stays with us isn't always the most perfect. It's the music that feels alive. Human. Unmistakably itself.
I believe the most interesting work happens when artists question the default and follow the ideas that genuinely excite them.
That's the kind of music I love working on.
“We recorded our debut album at Audioelf Studio. Everything was effortless and throughout the process Mikko was professional, positive and gave us good, fresh ideas. He also mixed and mastered the album and everything was done within schedule while listening to all of our requests.”
— Puskajaska&Buutsivarkaat
FAQ
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I don't have set rates. Every project is unique and I prefer to discuss the details with you before giving a quote.
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For single-song projects, the turnaround is usually within a week. However, the timeline for every project will be discussed separately.
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While my expertise lies in genres from indie to metal I’m versatile and have worked with all kinds of music.
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I offer unlimited revisions to ensure you are totally satisfied with the end result. I have a streamlined revision system that makes the process feel like a breeze.
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I know it can be scary to trust your art with someone you might not know that well. That is why I offer a satisfaction guarantee to first time clients. If you are unhappy with the first mix/master after sufficient effort has been made to correct it, I will reimburse your initial upfront fee.
Is this for you?
Yes, if any of this sounds familiar…
You care more about feeling than perfection.
You don't want your music squeezed into a template.
You'd rather sound unmistakable than universally liked.
You want your music to feel alive from the first demo to the final master.
You’ve tried self mixing but the results have been a little…meh.
unmistakable
Every song should have an edge.
A vibe people feel before they understand it.
If you're making music that refuses to blend in,
I'd love to be part of it.
Don’t be afraid.
stand out.
