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WELCOME TO DARK LIGHT STUDIO
Akos Farkas
Audio Engineer
Hi there, my name is Akos. I've been an active musician over two decades now. Started playing piano when I was 9 and since 14 have been playing drums in heavy rock and metal bands. I've got hundreds of live gigs under my belt and later on I played in the studio as a session drummer, helping out other bands. In 2009 I moved to the UK and around 2016 I decided to make a little music corner to practice and record myself in that tiny little flat I was renting with my sweetheart. Over the years that little music corner grew into a cosy home studio with all the geeky gears and instruments. In 2020 we left London behind and moved to Newcastle where my studio just kept expanding. During these years I dug deep into the whole "recording-mixing" rabbit hole and finished several courses. Recently graduated from HOFA college where I achieved the Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Creative Media (Audio Engineering) degree. I'm also a member of the Kohlekeller Audio Academy where I expand my knowledge specifically on heavy music production. And now the time's come to share everything I know with you, to grow together as artists, and most importantly: Let's make some noise. ;)
And this is where I can help you.
If you are a singer-songwriter working in your bedroom and need an experienced guy to help you record and mix your first song, or you are an up-and-comming artist or a band that need a professional to mix and master the next single or EP to elevate your production, I want you to know that I'm here and ready to work with you. I offer quality services without breaking the bank. The pricing will be tailored to your personal needs and you can rest assured that you will get the best out of your budget.
MY Services
MIXING
What you will receive - Mixing (Levelling, Balancing, EQ, Automation, Compression, Saturation, Limiting, Widening, Effects etc.) Vocal and Instrumental mixing. Auto-Tune (When required) Up to 2 rounds of revisions for free. My priority is to ensure your satisfaction, and I'm always happy to revise the mix when it's needed. Commercially ready WAV file, prepared for mastering.
MASTERING
I'll add clarity, dimension, and depth, and get your mix to a radio-ready quality and volume using the latest mastering technology.
WHAT I REQUIRE
Your isolated tracks (multitracks) as 24 or 32 bit WAV files. A rough mix or notes about your vision for the track. A few reference songs to make sure we move to the right direction. IMPORTANT: I need to listen to your recorded music before ordering my services to ensure it's ready to be mixed and free from unwanted distortion, clipping, and noise, or any other issues that should've been fixed at the recording stage. Quality is paramount for me when it comes to music production and a great mix requires great recordings.
Pricing Table for mixing / song
ARTIST PACKAGE
- This option is perfect for solo artists who want to release their first song or one of their best songs as a Single. To show the world that they are here and ready to be heard.
- Ideal for solo or small band projects.
- Up to 10 stems or multitracks / song.
- (Mastering Service can be added for extra £10/song)
BAND PACKAGE
- This option is tailored towards smaller bands or solo artists with a more complex material.
- Ideal for indie bands or complex solo projects.
- Up to 25 stems or multitracks / song.
- (Mastering Service can be added for extra £10/song)
ULTIMATE PACKAGE
- The ultimate package. Best suited for larger band projects or artists with complex material. (Live drum recordings, double or quad-recorded guitars, multiple vocal and /or orchestra layers, multiple layers of synths, etc.)
- Up to 45 stems or multitracks / song.
- (for larger projects please msg me)
- (Mastering Service can be added for extra £10/song)
Pricing Table for mastering / song
MASTERING SERVICE
- I offer a flat rate mastering service, using genre specific techniques which will add clarity and dimension to make your mix "radio-ready" in quality and volume.