Pre-Mix Questionnaire

Hey! Really looking forward to working on your music. Before we get started, I'd love to hear more about what you're going for with these songs - the more I understand your vision, the better I can help bring it to life.

Don't worry about filling out everything - just focus on what matters most to you.

The Essentials

Name

First Name

Last Name

Artist Name

Song Title

Tempo and Key of song

What's the emotional journey of the song?

What's the story being told, and how does each section/moment support that story? - Which moments need to feel intimate? - When does tension need to build? - Where should it explode?

Your Vision

How do you imagine this song sounding in its final form? (e.g., raw and energetic, polished and radio-ready, intimate and vulnerable)

Are there any unique elements in your track that you want to highlight?

On a scale from "natural and dynamic" to "loud and in-your-face", where do you see this mix sitting?

The Sound Palette

How do you envision the vocals sitting in the mix?

if other please specify

What's your preference for the overall 'color' of the mix?

if other please specify

Your Rough Mix

How much creative freedom would you like me to have with the mix?

Any parts of the rough mix you're particularly attached to?

Are you married to anything?

Are there any specific mix techniques or effects you're curious about trying?

Anything else you'd like me to know about your vision for this song?

References

Hey, references might be one of the most helpful tools we have - they make sure we're both on the same page about where you want to take this mix. Think about some songs you love that have the kind of sound you're going for. Maybe it's the way the drums hit, how the vocals sit in the mix, or just the overall feel. Don't worry about finding "perfect" references - they don't need to sound exactly like your song. We're just looking for elements that capture what you're hearing in your head. Even if it's just "I love how the chorus feels huge in this song" or "check out how clear the vocals are here" - that kind of stuff helps me understand what you're aiming for.

Reference 1

add a spotify or youtube link

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What do you like about this reference?

What specific elements (e.g., drum sound, vocal treatment, overall balance) do you admire in this track?

Reference 2

add a spotify or youtube link

http://

What do you like about this reference?

What specific elements (e.g., drum sound, vocal treatment, overall balance) do you admire in this track?

Reference 3

add a spotify or youtube link

http://

What do you like about this reference?

What specific elements (e.g., drum sound, vocal treatment, overall balance) do you admire in this track?

Let's Dive Deeper (Optional)

Want to geek out about the details? I'd love to hear more! Feel free to share any additional thoughts on:

-Instrument-specific treatment (e.g., drum sounds, guitar tones) -Dynamic range preferences -Stereo width and depth -Any production challenges you faced -Your influences and inspirations for this project