
how it works
1) PRICING
Sign up at the bottom of this page. I'll collect all information about your project and give a price quote based on the number of songs, project complexity and your deadline.
2) MIXING/
MASTERING
You will receive a link where you can upload your project multi-tracks . The editing and mixing begins. Once complete, you'll be able to listen and log notes for any revisions.
3) DELIVERING
Once the mix is approved, you can pay and download all files instantly right from the review website. I include the session file, wet stems and if requested, alternatives. Files are available for download at least 30 days.
project management
If you need to send your multitracks, just upload to my DropBox account.
Link is provided when you sign up.
Here is a breakdown of security used.
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Protecting files at rest—256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), the strongest method of AES encryption available, makes the files in your cloud storage virtually-impossible to crack. It would take billions of years to break into a file protected in this way using current technology and so-called “brute force” methods.
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Protecting files in transit—Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) are used to protect data as it transfers between Dropbox apps and our servers.

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What is included with your mixing service?What IS included: Main mix and clean "radio edit": Main mix and clean "radio edit" (if needed) delivered at 24bit/48k in uncompressed WAV format. MP3: I also create an MP3 at 16/44.1k for press kits and emailing. Session file and wet stems: You will be able to download the session file (Logic Pro) and wet stems that can be quickly loaded into any DAW and sound like the final mix without any plugins. Unlike many in the industry, I never hold on to the session file to force you into working with me again if something else is needed in the future. 3 revision sessions: If the mix has any issues that need fixing, 3 revisions—meaning session, not individual tweaks—are included. Each session can have many tweaks. My review tool has a note editor to pinpoint exactly where you want the tweak in the song. Mix prep: On the editing side, mix prep is all included. This can range from vocal tuning and de-clicking, to re-timing and drum replacement. Schedule a consultation with me to discuss any other needs for your project using the booking form at the bottom of the site. What is NOT included: Vocal comping: While I can do vocal comping if you wish, it's usually handled by the producer and/or singer. Re-amping: This is also a sticky subject, because I can do it, but the guitarist or producer knows the exact tone they want. It would be very hard for me to nail exactly what is needed without a lot of back and forth. It's a sound design situation that should be handled at the time of tracking or in the rough mix.
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How long does it take to mix a single?The amount of time depends on many variables. The complexity of the song be it number of tracks, tracks mislabeled, lots of editing can cause longer mix sessions. I want the first mix to knock it out of the park, so I give myself up to 5 days for a single. When mixing an album, the first song always takes a bit longer than the rest. I may be able to get a single song mixed in one day if there is a tight deadline, or when the stars align.
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Why aren't your prices listed on the website?Every project is different, therefore I need to know what your project includes. I also prefer to hear your rough mix, multitracks or demo first. Please signup to schedule a meeting. I don't charge hourly or fixed rates. I also don't believe in charging for every little item or a bunch of add-ons. I try to be fair and will always deliver the session files, wet stems and, if needed, alternative versions along with the main mix. Three revisions are included. You will have the ability to annotate the precise locations of changes (tweaks) in the listening/approval website.
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What if I don't like the mix you make?Mixing is an art and subjective in nature. I try to understand the direction you want your music to go right up front, but there may be times were little things need to be "tweaked" to get it just right. I pay close attention to your rough mix (if available) and references. I'm here to make your music sound as good as it can. If you aren't happy with something, just let me know. After the initial mix, you will be able to listen to it on a website where you can write notes at exact spots in the song. I will be notified of your notes, fix and upload a new revision. You will then be able to switch between all versions to hear the differences. Price quotes come with 3 revision sessions included. Only when you are happy, you can pay and download all files. Here is a perfect example of how several well known mix engineers can create wildly different mixes of the same song... https://mixup.audio/track/oYCorzRAoO
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Do you offer a free sample?I'm sorry, but I can't work for free. The only way to give you even a 30-second sample would require running the whole mix. I can't just work on part of the song really quick to see if you like it. I believe my pricing is fair. I don't charge an hourly rate, so if the project takes extra time, that's on me. My quote is based on listening to your rough mix or multi-tracks if you don't have a rough. In some cases I may be able to work out a deal that works for both of us.
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Can I sit in on the mix session?Unfortunately, my studio is located in my house and therefore I can't have clients over due to city zoning restrictions.
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Can you record my vocals?Sorry, Paradox Music Lab was purpose built for mixing. There is no vocal booth or even much room for musicians to perform. I am an accomplished mixer and not trained specifically to be a recording engineer.
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Do you offer editing, vocal tuning and drum replacement services?YES! I don't believe in charging extra for things that are part of mixing. If you have something specific you would like me to do, i.e. a track needs noise removal, let me know. Otherwise, I will listen and make judgments for what is needed to get your music sounding great.
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Do you also offer mastering services?Yes, currently I'm charging a flat rate of $50 per song up to 5 minutes in length. I don't have to be the mixer if you already have a mix, you can send the WAV premaster over to me.
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Do you offer Dolby Atmos mixing?No, but this is planned for the future. I'm in the process of setting up a 7.1.4 speaker layout for mixing in Atmos. I have 7.1 so far, but need more time and gear to get the overheads up. Right now, I have no date planned for when I'll be able to offer Atmos. But you can bet I'll announce it when it's ready. I can't wait to start mixing Atmos first and foremost.
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How do I send you my music?You can send me your multi-tracks, demos, rough mix and references through DropBox. You will receive an email with a link where you can upload without creating an account. If you already have your files online, you can send me a link to YouSendIt, Google Drive, DropBox, WeTransfer and so on.
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What files can you work with?I accept PCM, .WAV or .AIF file formats. Please don't send me MP3 or any lossy, compressed file types. I also need the multi-tracks, not group stems or already mixed beats. And especially NO mastered tracks that are already compressed and limited. You must have the rights to use any files you send me to mix. No exceptions.
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What is the difference between stems and multi-tracks?Multi-tracks are simply the individual tracks originally recorded. They have no processing, unless they were processed at the time of recording (vocal compression, guitar effects, ect). Stems, on the other hand, have mixing type processing printed into the file. In many cases a group of tracks might be summed together as a group stem, like a drum stem consisting of kick, snare top, snare bottom, hats and so on. Stems are usually requested by record labels from the mix session to be used at a later date for quick rebalancing or remixing without having to go back to the original mix session.
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Can I send you my DAW project file?I work in Logic Pro or Reaper, and while you could send me a project file, I'd rather you only send the multi-tracks. I do have many plugins, but probably not all the ones you used in your session. Remember, you can always send wet tracks if you love a sound you created. Please also include the dry tracks as well (ie. DI guitar as well as amped).
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Do you need a reference song?It's always a good idea to send me one or two reference songs in the same genre as your project. That helps me get a better idea for the overall sonic landscape you're going after. You can even explain what you like about the reference song. More importantly, please send your rough mix. That quickly lets me know some of your creative ideas, like guitar delays or special vocal effects. So many things that can be done to a mix, so it's best to know your direction right up front. If you have a specific sound you are going for that you heard in another song, maybe for an effect on an organ. Send me a link to it. YouTube or Apple Music.
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How long do you store my files?While I do keep archived session and wet stems on a backup drive, I do not save any masters. When you pay for your mix session through the review website, you will instantly have access to download all your files. They will remain available for download up to 30 days, then they are automatically deleted. It is up to you to back up your downloaded files. It's recommended to keep at least 2 copies on different hard drives. One of them should be a cloud storage service. At any time in the future I may be able to output new files from the session files I keep backups of. But I make no guarantee of how long into the future the session files will work. Plugins go out of date. DAWs can be upgraded and fail to open old files. This is why it's important to back up your files as soon as you download them.
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Is your studio analog, hybrid or In The Box?When I set out to plan this business venture, I always intended to run it all in the box. I am very confident in my abilities to get a great mix through a DAW and mostly stock plugins. I don't believe the gear is what makes the mix sound great. If however you insist on running your mix through analog gear I can do it. Just let me know in the consultation.
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Is it cool if my song has over 100 tracks?Yes, and no. While I can handle way more than 100 tracks, it will cost you more. This is because I have to determine if any of them aren't necessary. If any of them can be bounced down to a single track, and most importantly, if there is too much sound fighting for space. While a wall of sound can be good, many of the most listened to songs are fairly sparse on instrumentation. I may need to ride levels more extremely to make room for other sounds. Or mute in some places, making me a producer at that point. Also, please don't send me duplicated tracks. If you want wide guitars in the stereo field, you have to double track them.
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What is remote mixing and is it right for me?Remote mixing simply means I can mix your music from my studio no matter where you are in the world. You send me your multi-tracks from my secure upload website, I mix them and send you the results for you to review and approve. It's that simple.
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What genres do you specialize in?While I have mostly mixed pop, rock, alt rock, country and metal, with several sub genres of each, I will listen to your rough mix or demo and let you know if I think I'm a good fit for mixing your music. I believe honesty is best, so if I don't think I can give your sound the best treatment for any reason, I will tell you up front so I don't waste your time. Take a listen to my sample mixes at the top of this site to hear many genres and hear for yourself.
craig scott frost
MIX ENGINEER
ARTIST

Craig started his audio-mixing journey as a teenager in the 1980's. First, he recorded on one boom box into another boom box while tracking a new instrument. His first mixing console was a TASCAM Porta One Ministudio 4-Track Cassette Recorder, and was able to bounce up to 10 tracks on only 4 using sub mixes.
For the past 30 years Craig has worked in the video post production industry, video editing, running a web design company, and working at video streaming companies like Google Play, YouTube, MLB.com, BAMTECH, Hulu, ESPN and Disney+. In 2022 Craig released 5 singles as a solo project where he produced, performed, mixed and mastered.


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