Chengyu Deng

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Chengyu Deng is a Chinese music producer, live, mixing & recording engineer, sound designer, DJ, and synth enthusiast with a focus on multichannel electronic music projects.

About

Chengyu Deng is a Chinese music producer, live, mixing & recording engineer, sound designer, DJ, and synth enthusiast with a focus on multichannel electronic music projects.

With a vast interest in electronic music since childhood, Chengyu started his career by exploring the knowledge of be a DJ. Through this, he established the technical understanding needed for his foray into the music production world. He also taught himself Ableton through the official manual to build on skills such as editing, mixing, synthesis, and audio processing. With his continuous pursuit in the field of music technology, he adapted this skillset to live sound and sound design across from live event, drama and short films.

In 2019, he aimed for a higher education in music technology, which led to his studies in the US. While applying for universities, he also did several audio for video projects in the format of short films – his responsibilities included field recording, ADR recording, video and audio editing, and scoring.

Following the completion of his bachelor and master’s degree in Music Technology at NYU, he systematically learned audio-related fields across a wide range of settings, from studios to live events. Driven by his passion, he continues the pursuit of master’s degree, shifting his focus to Max/MSP, multichannel studies on creative synthesis, electronic music production, and installations.

  • Joined April 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services

Projects · 3

Musician Project By Chengyu Deng, Link for all music works: https://on.soundcloud.com/DtFz9GCiOyoEmdHQTa

With a vast interest in electronic music since childhood, Chengyu started his career by exploring the knowledge of be a DJ. Through this, he established the technical understanding needed for his foray into the music production world. He also taught himself Ableton through the official manual to build on skills such as editing, mixing, synthesis, and audio processing. With his continuous pursuit in the field of music technology, he adapted this skillset to live sound and sound design across from live event, drama and short films.

In 2019, he aimed for a higher education in music technology, which led to his studies in the US. While applying for universities, he also did several audio for video projects in the format of short films – his responsibilities included field recording, ADR recording, video and audio editing, and scoring.

Following the completion of his bachelor and master’s degree in Music Technology at NYU, he systematically learned audio-related fields across a wide range of settings, from studios to live events. Driven by his passion, he continues the pursuit of master’s degree, shifting his focus to Max/MSP, multichannel studies on creative synthesis, electronic music production, and installations.

  • Music Composer
  • Music Editor
  • Music Producer
  • +5

Link: https://www.twine.net/signin

A Night of Deep Listening & Quadraphonic Sound: Powered by AIAIAI Audio
Organizer and performer of event

Hosted in collaboration with LA Synth Club and SoCal Synth Society.

Designed an electronic music performance in a quadraphonic system using AIAIAI Audio’s UNIT-4.

  • Audio Engineer
  • Audio Mixer
  • Music Composer
  • +7

Work experience· 5 roles

Assistant · New York University MPA ProgramSep 2023 – Aug 2025 · 2 yrs

Assisted faculty and students with computer-related and studio problems, including troubleshooting, studio procedures, console setup, signal routing, and related tasks; helped maintain computers to ensure a functioning educational environment; communicated with fellow student workers and faculty to resolve issues promptly.

Assistant NYU MPA Program Faculty and Students (Computer-related & Studio Problems) · New York UniversityJan 2023 – Dec 2025 · 3 yrs

Assisted NYU MPA faculty and students with computer-related and studio problems, including troubleshooting and repair, studio procedures, console setup, Pro Tools, signal routing, etc. Helped maintain computers within the department to ensure a functioning educational environment. Communicated with fellow student workers and faculty to resolve issues in a timely manner.

In-house Engineer · James L. Dolan Recording StudioSep 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 3 mos

Oversaw studio session workflow including tracking, arranging and engineering with SSL Duality, API 1608-II, SSL Super Analog, and Allen & Heath SQ; coordinated musicians; designed audio routing solutions and program mixers for diverse performance environments; engineered events and resolved on-site audio issues for live performances at venues including NYU Gala 2025 and other events.

Studio and Live Sound Engineer · James L. Dolan Recording StudioSep 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 3 mos
Electronic Music Producer / Immersive Audio Artist · Anarkist Pluto (Self-Employed)Jan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 11 mos

Education

Bachelor of Music in Music Technology · New York University2020 – 2024
Master of Music in Music Technology · New York University2024 – 2025
Bachelor of Music in Music Technology (B.M.) · New York University2020 – 2024
Master of Music in Music Technology (M.M.) · New York University2024 – 2025

Certifications and awards

Audinate Dante Level 1-32030 – 2026
Audinate Dante Level 1-32030 – 2026

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