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SERVICES
 High-caliber
artists and bands choose to work with J Franze
for many reasons. Beyond his impressive credits
and discography, he is well known for creating
an outstanding professional sound for Indie Artists
that rivals chart-topping hits. J's
clients can hear an audible difference in their
project after J has worked on it, and are
always impressed with the outcome.
With over two decades in the industry of audio production, J's level of experience and professionalism far exceeds others in this field. While J's specialty is mixing, he also brings extensive tracking experience with him into the recording studio.
 J
is also an adept producer, expertly making production
calls and keeping sessions moving to meet tough
deadlines. Many producers and engineers lack the
practical understanding needed to produce a record
from start
to finish.
On the contrary, J manages to work within
tight budgets by juggling production logistics
without losing perspective.
J offers professional
producing, tracking, mixing, and mastering at reasonable
rates. If you're interested in making
a record that meets and surpasses today's industry
standards, please contact info@JFranze.com for
rates and more information.
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Producing
J has the experience
to make the best production decisions possible. In the modern day music
industry, the producer plays a vital role in shaping the art of music.
They are responsible for handling the logistics of recording sessions,
as well as the budgeting and finances. The most important part of the
producer's job is to translate an artist's intentions to make the best
possible record. This involves having a vision of what a project should
sound like, and doing what is necessary to create it. A producer has
to coach and motivate musicians, as well as oversee all of the technical
aspects to ensure that their desires are met. Many people feel like
they fall into this category that don't necessarily, and with the best
of intentions, single-handedly make a project sound amateur.
Engineering
An engineer offers transparency between
the music and technology. They are responsible for having complete
control over every piece of equipment in the studio. J have the training and experience necessary to keep
a session moving and productive in any situation. A good engineer is
ready to capture a performance at a moments notice, and ready to handle
anything that might get in the way. If an artist or producer tells
them they want to achieve a particular sound, they have to get that
sound efficiently. This requires a wide knowledge base in topics ranging
from acoustics, physics, electrical engineering, and music theory.
Recording
There are many variables at play in
the recording process, and all need to be considered to achieve the
correct sound. From obtaining that recording "vibe", to using
the highest quality equipment, we leave no stone unturned to create
the best recording possible.
Editing
Digital editing is the process of preparing
recordings for an eventual mix session.
J can turn an out of time drummer into a human metronome,
and an off pitch singer into a world-class vocalist. This is a tedious
process, and there is a great deal of room for error. Someone lacking
skills in this area is prone to introducing artifacts into the audio,
moving the project away from professionalism.
Mixing
Mixing is the blending and positioning
of all audio captured in the recording sessions. Through careful signal
processing and balancing, J can craft a surreal listening
experience where every nuance is captured, and every element of the
work can be heard. A carefully tuned room, an accurate pair of speakers,
and a well-trained set of ears are a must to do this properly. A novice
mix engineer is likely to fail in creating a mix that translates well
to other environments.
Mastering
Mastering takes a work that has previously
been mixed and prepares it for distribution, whether by means of a
physical CD, or through some means of internet streaming. Some mastering
tasks are artistic, while others are highly technical. J can give your mixes that final polish, as well as prepare
the paperwork needed for manufacturing. Mastering processes require
very specialized equipment, superb critical listening skills, and attention
to detail. Many mastering suites fail to achieve the appropriate response
curve of the room, which convinces the mastering engineer to make bad
decisions. Bad decisions at this stage translate directly to the finished
product.
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J's latest book is a practical, comprehensive manual on the art of mixing.
Everyone from the audio student to the veteran engineer can benefit from the
topics explored,
ranging from
J's flagship book is intended to be an easy-to-use, practical
guide to all that Pro Tools has to offer. If you are a beginner,
you should have absolutely no problem setting up your system
and getting started.
