Whether you’re stepping into the studio for the first time or you’re a seasoned artist looking for the right engineer, Mattison Studio offers a complete range of services tailored to your project.

Recording

Recording is the foundation of everything. The placement and choice of every microphone matters. The decisions made at this stage will shape every step that follows, so it pays to get it right from the start.

With years of experience across a wide range of genres and session types, I’ll bring both technical precision and a good ear to the process — whether you’re tracking a full band live, overdubbing individual instruments, or capturing a solo performance.

Editing

Sometimes a performance needs a little help. Whether it’s tightening up the pocket between kick and bass, comping the best vocal takes, or cleaning up a session ahead of mixing, I’ll give you an honest assessment of what’s needed and a realistic time frame for getting it done.

That said, not everything should be fixed. Some of the most iconic recordings in history have imperfections that are inseparable from their magic. I’ll always discuss options and offer my honest opinion — the goal is the best possible result for your music, not perfection for its own sake.

Mixing

Mixing is the process of taking all your recorded tracks and shaping them into a cohesive whole. A great mix sounds right on headphones, laptop speakers, a car stereo, and a club sound system.

Do you want things punchy and defined? Lo-fi and raw? Polished and commercial? The vocal way up front, or buried deep in the texture? All of this is achievable — mixing requires a highly controlled listening environment, trained ears, and a genuine understanding of what you’re going for. Let’s talk about your vision.

Production

Production is the art of taking a musical idea and realising its full potential. You might arrive with a vocal melody and a rough chord progression. Where it goes from there — the arrangement, the instrumentation, the emotional arc — is what production is all about.

A good producer hears the finished record before it exists. I’ll help you shape your ideas, make bold decisions where they’re needed, and ensure the final result connects with your audience the way you intended.

Composition

A great-sounding record starts with a great song. I’ve been writing music for myself and for clients since I was a teenager — for records, EPs, and commercial projects alike.

Whether you need a creative collaborator to help finish a song, a co-writer for your next EP, or an original composition for a TV, film, or advertising brief — get in touch and let’s talk about what you need.

Performance

Your composition can be strong, your recording pristine, your mix immaculate — but if the performance doesn’t land, neither will the song. The moment the band drops out and a single vocal comes in, you feel it. That’s performance.

I’m here to help you get the most out of every take — whether that’s warm-up techniques, sectional breakdowns, or simply creating the right environment for an honest performance. As a committed guitarist of over 25 years, I’ve also played on a number of client recordings here at the studio.