MUSIC MIXING IN SUTTON, SOUTH LONDON
A great recording and production deserve a mix that brings everything together.
At Starcity Studios, we mix music for independent artists, producers, labels and creative projects, combining technical precision with musical judgement.
We don’t mix by numbers.
We listen to the song, understand what it’s trying to achieve and build the mix around the artist, production and emotion.
Bring us the track. We’ll help it sound like a record.
TURN YOUR RECORDING INTO A FINISHED RECORD.
YOUR SONG IS THERE. BUT SOMETHING IS MISSING.
Maybe you've recorded the vocals at home.
Maybe you've produced the track yourself.
Maybe you've had several people work on different parts of the song.
Maybe everything sounds good individually — but when you play the finished track, it doesn't feel cohesive.
That's where mixing comes in.
A good mix can help:
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Make vocals clearer
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Create space between instruments
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Improve the relationship between vocals and production
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Control dynamics
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Give the track depth and width
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Make the drums hit harder
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Create impact and movement
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Translate the record across different speakers and headphones
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Bring the emotion of the performance forward
The aim isn't simply to make everything louder. It's to make everything work together.
WHAT DOES A MUSIC MIXER ACTUALLY DO?
Mixing is the stage where the individual elements of a recording are shaped into a cohesive piece of music.
Depending on the project, this can include:
VOCAL MIXING
EQ, compression, tuning, effects, automation and processing designed to make the vocal sit naturally within the record.
BALANCE
Creating the right relationship between vocals, drums, bass, instruments and other elements.
EQ & FREQUENCY MANAGEMENT
Making space for different elements so the production feels clear rather than crowded.
DYNAMICS
Using compression and other processing to control movement, punch and consistency.
SPATIAL PROCESSING
Creating depth, width and dimension using reverb, delay, stereo processing and automation.
AUTOMATION
Making important moments of the song stand out — rather than treating the entire track exactly the same.
CREATIVE EFFECTS
Using effects as part of the production where appropriate.
FINAL POLISH
Making sure the finished mix translates properly and is ready for mastering or release.
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE &
MUSICAL JUDGEMENT
A technically clean mix isn't automatically a great mix.The mixer needs to understand why something needs changing.
Should the vocal be louder? Does the chorus need more impact? Is the bass fighting the kick? Is the production too busy? Does the vocal need more space? Should we leave something imperfect because it gives the record character? These are musical decisions as much as technical ones.
At Starcity, our approach combines:
Engineering · Production · Vocal expertise · Musical judgement · Artist direction · Industry experience
That means we're not simply processing individual tracks.We're mixing the record as a piece of music.
VOCALS THAT ACTUALLY SIT IN THE RECORD
The vocal is often the most important element of the mix. Our team has extensive experience with vocal recording, vocal production and vocal mixing, allowing us to approach the vocal as part of the wider production rather than treating it as an isolated track.
We can work with:
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Lead vocals
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Backing vocals
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Harmonies
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Doubles
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Ad-libs
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Rap vocals
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Sung vocals
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Layered vocal arrangements
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Vocal effects
Depending on the project, this can include:
Editing · Tuning · EQ · Compression · De-essing · Saturation · Reverb · Delay · Automation · Creative effects
The goal is simple: The vocal should sound like it belongs on the record.
CHOOSE YOUR MIXING SERVICE
STUDIO MIXING
If you'd prefer to work with us in person, arrange a studio-based mixing project.
ONLINE MIXING
Send us your files and we'll mix your track remotely.
VOCAL MIXING
If you'd prefer to work with us in person, arrange a studio-based mixing project.
MIX & MASTER
Have your track mixed and mastered as one project.
MIXING ACROSS GENRES
We mix:
Pop · R&B · Hip-Hop · Grime · Drill · AfroBeats · Indie · Soul · House · Dance · EDM · Singer-Songwriter
We also work on:
Voiceover · Podcasting · Broadcast · Commercial Audio
Different genres need different approaches.
A grime record shouldn't be mixed like an acoustic singer-songwriter record.
A vocal-heavy R&B record needs different priorities from a dense EDM production.
The song determines the approach.
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO SEND US?
For an online or remote mixing project, you can typically provide:
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Multitrack audio
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Stems
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Instrumental
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Vocal tracks
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Reference track
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Production notes
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Creative references
If you're unsure how to prepare your files, we can explain exactly what we need before you send anything.
That removes a major barrier for inexperienced artists.
HOW OUR MIXING PROCESS WORKS
1. SEND US YOUR MUSIC
Tell us about the project and what you want the mix to achieve.
2. WE REVIEW THE TRACK
We'll assess the recordings, production, stems and references.
3. WE PREPARE THE SESSION
Files are organised and the mix is set up properly before creative work begins.
4. WE BUILD THE MIX
We establish balance, clarity, dynamics, space and the overall sonic direction.
5. WE REFINE
We listen critically and make the adjustments needed to get the mix where it needs to be.
6. YOU REVIEW
You'll receive the mix for review.
7. REVISIONS
Where revisions are included within your service, we'll make the agreed changes.
8. FINAL DELIVERY
You'll receive the agreed release-ready files and any additional deliverables included in your service.
NEED MORE THAN A MIX?
Sometimes the problem isn't actually the mix.
It might be the arrangement.
It might be the vocal.
It might be the production.
It might be the recording.
That's why our wider production experience matters.
If we identify something that needs addressing before the mix can reach its potential, we'll tell you.
Depending on the project, we can provide:
Additional production · Vocal production · Editing · Recording · Arrangement
You don't have to force a bad production into a good mix.
Sometimes the best mix decision happens before the mixing even starts.
MIXING AND MASTERING UNDER ONE ROOF
Once your mix is complete, we can also master the finished record.
This allows the project to move naturally from:
Production → Recording → Mixing → Mastering
without having to coordinate several different suppliers.
WHO USES STARCITY FOR MIXING?
INDEPENDENT ARTISTS
For singles, EPs and albums.
PRODUCERS
When you've created the production but need an experienced mixer to finish the record.
SONGWRITERS
When the song is recorded but needs professional finishing.
LABELS & MANAGEMENT
For artist releases and larger projects.
COMMERCIAL CLIENTS
For music, voiceover, broadcast and creative projects.
MIXING EXPERIENCE THAT STARTS WITH THE MUSIC
Starcity's mixing approach is informed by more than engineering.
The Team has approximately 18 years of experience across recording, production, A&R, artist relations, studio management and music education.
We provide more than a decade of professional recording and mixing experience, including specialist vocal recording and vocal mixing.
Selected work includes projects involving:
Izzy Bizu · Called Out Music · Misha B · Jai McDonald · Wayne Woodward · Benny Banks · Ghetts · Bipolar Sunshine
The wider professional experience also includes work around major artists and industry environments including Abbey Road Studios & Metropolis. This gives the team an understanding of what a record needs musically as well as technically.
CHOOSE YOUR MIXING SERVICE
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Testimonials
Jack Enticknap
“I've been going to starcity studios now for over a year and I have not been anywhere else as these guys are amazing. Staff are so friendly and give tips when mixing your tracks. Couldn't recommend anyone more.”
Ashton Foster
“I always use Starcity to cut my vocals and mix my records. Love the team there. Best independent studio in South London there is!”
Kim Lee
“Excellent studio and top class engineer! Had an EP mastered here and the end product was superb. We have also had some of our instrumental students come to learn extra production skills.”
WHAT DO YOU RECEIVE?
Depending on your chosen mixing service, deliverables can include:
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Stereo mix
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Instrumental mix
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Acapella
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TV mix where required
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Clean version where required
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Stems where agreed
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WAV
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MP3
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Release-ready files
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Mix revisions according to the agreed service
Additional production or substantial revisions may incur an additional charge.
We'll always clarify the scope of the project before work begins.
MUSIC MIXING FAQ
What is music mixing?
Mixing is the process of combining and processing the individual elements of a recording so they work together as a cohesive finished record.
Can you mix vocals recorded at home?
Yes. Provided the recordings are technically usable, we can mix vocals recorded outside the studio. We can even provide advice on how to best record your vocals from home.
Can you mix my own production?
Absolutely. You can send your stems or multitracks and we'll work from your existing production.
Can you fix a bad recording in the mix?
Sometimes. We can improve many recording issues, but mixing cannot completely repair every recording problem. If something needs re-recording, we'll tell you.
Do you offer vocal mixing?
Yes. Vocal mixing is one of our areas of expertise.
Can you tune my vocals?
Yes, vocal editing and tuning can be included depending on the service.
Do you mix rap and hip-hop?
Yes. We work across hip-hop, grime, drill, R&B, Afrobeats, pop and many other genres.
Do you mix remotely?
Yes. We offer online mixing, so you don't necessarily need to attend the studio.
How many revisions do I get?
This depends on the mixing service booked. We'll clarify the revision allowance before the project begins.
Can you master the song after mixing?
Yes. We can master the finished mix and provide release-ready files.
Can you make my mix sound like a reference track?
We can use reference tracks to understand the sonic direction you're looking for, while keeping the final mix appropriate to your own music.
Looking for a music mixing studio in South London?
Starcity Studios is an independent recording and music production studio in Sutton, South London, providing professional mixing for artists, producers, labels and creative projects.
YOUR SONG DESERVES A GREAT MIX.
If the recording is there but the track isn't translating the way you want it to, let's work on it.
Send us the track. Tell us what you're hearing. We'll tell you what we think it needs.
GET YOUR TRACK MIXED
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