Recording, Mixing & Audio Production in Ilkley
Based in Ilkley, I offer professional recording, mixing, and audio editing services to musicians, businesses, and creatives across West Yorkshire—including Ben Rhydding, Ilkley, Addingham, Menston, Burley in Wharfedale, Otley, Keighley, Skipton, Guiseley, Bolton Abbey, Bradford, Leeds City Centre and more.
Examples of some of my mixing work
Bands and artists (scroll down for podcasts/spoken word)
These are just some of the hundreds of song recordings and mixes I've done over the years.
Project Charlie (acoustic indie pop trio)
Here is a before and after of a band's home mix and my new mix from the original stems for a comparison.
Arcs of Light (synth/drums instrumental rock)
Likewise here is the original demo alongside my mix.
The Lodger (indie pop/rock trio - BBC 6Music play)
Part of a 13-track album released on vinyl in several worldwide territories. Recorded and mixed here.
O_Rlly (indie pop/rock band, album release)
This is part of 10-track album which I mixed from stems from the artist recorded at home. The album was released on CD by a French label.
The Birthday Kiss (indie pop band - BBC 6Music play)
I both recorded and mixed this in my home studio. Released on 7" single and played mutiple times on national radio.
Finnmark (indie pop band, album release)
Both recorded and mixed in my home studio. This was part of a mini-album released on CD by an indie label.
This Many Boyfriends (punk/pop band, BBC 6Music play, album release)
I both recorded and mixed this track which was a B-side to a 7" single release.
Post War Glamour Girls (indie rock band - BBC Radio 1 play, pre Yard Act)
Project of James Smith pre Yard Act. I both recorded and mixed this in my studio.
Poppy Freeley (solo singer/songwriter)
This is a local Ilkley singer-songwriter and her entry for a nationwide songwriting competition. The song was recorded in my studio, I added various instruments and also mixed the track.
Annie Summers (solo singer-songwriter)
Another local Ilkley singer-songwriter with an original Christmas song. This was recorded and mixed at my studio and I also play guitar and bass.
Laura Hargreaves (solo singer)
This was a local Ilkley singer who requested a recording of her singing for a family gathering, it was her debut singing and recording experience and she did a great job. Recorded and mixed in my studio.
(examples of below coming soon...)
Bella Brown (solo singer/songwriter)
Men Only (indie pop band)
Pete Green (solo singer/songwriter)
The Wind-Up Birds (punk/pop/rock band)
A Kick Inside (pop/rock band)
Downdime (indie rock band)
Just Handshakes (indie pop band)
The World Service (indie pop/rock band)
Sarah Williams (solo singer)
Milkteeth (indie pop band)
Distant Shore (indie/folk/singer-songwriter)
Podcasts and Spoken Word
A recent episode of Freakonomics featuring sports journalist Rory Smith was recorded here - listen here http://disq.us/t/4uywwc2
GP Tidbits (NHS podcast)
This was a project where various clips had been recorded at home by the client and my task was to pull them together, enhance them and make a flowing podcast listening experience. This is just a snippet of a lengthy programme which also contans music and sound fx.
Simon Bardon (hypnotherapy tape)
Marilyn Cawley (hypnotherapy tape)
These two were both assignments for students studying hypnotherapy. The audio was recorded at my studio and then edited and mixed.
Prices (as of January 2026, subject to a yearly review)
Up to 30-minute Podcast Edit and/or Mix: £75
Audiobooks and Longer form Spoken Word: £100
Song mixes under 16 stems: £125
Song mixes 16-32 stems: £150
Song mixes 32+ stems: £175
I can also add guitar, bass and keyboards to tracks on request plus help with songwriting and do mix deconstructions ad hoc.
Do you need help recording and/or mixing your tracks?
Over the last 20 years or so, home recording setups have become increasingly accessible to musicians, giving them the power to bring their music to life without leaving the comfort of their own space. However, while the tools available today are remarkable - achieving a truly polished and professional sound still requires expertise that goes beyond plugging in a microphone and pressing "record." This is where the role of a professional producer may need to come into play.
The process of combining individual tracks of vocals and instruments into a cohesive whole involves adjusting balance, panning, equalization, compression, reverb and various other effects to create the finished article. While there are various software tools that can assist with this process, the skills and experience of an experienced mixer are invaluable when it comes to transforming raw clean recordings into a releaseable completed product.
Here's why you might need a producer to help you finish your home-recordings.
- Fresh Perspective: When you're deeply focussed in the creation of your songs, it's easy to lose objectivity. A professional mixer brings a fresh pair of ears to your music; to identify sonic imperfections, tonal imbalances, and areas that may need improvement.
- Technical Expertise: Audio mixing is a skill that takes years to cultivate. A professional mixer knows how to enhance and improve recordings, and is immersed in the latest audio techniques.
- Higher quality gear: While your home recording setup will very likely include some decent software, a mixing engineer typically has access to a vast selection of external plugin effects and various other tools that can take your recordings to the next level.
- Save your precious time: Mixing can be a time-consuming process that requires patience and focus. By enlisting the services of a mixing engineer, you can save yourself the time and effort it takes to learn the ins and outs of mixing, allowing you to concentrate on actually performing the music.