Juan Manosalva - Caribbean Records

This is one out of a 10-track album. Don’t See Me is one of the most technically demanding and rewarding projects I’ve worked on. I handled the mixing and mastering, using a hybrid workflow that pushed both my technical skills and creative decision-making.

The mixes were mixed in Pro Tools, allowing for detailed editing, automation, and tonal shaping, with plugins from Universal Audio, Sound Toys and Plugin Alliance used to achieve clarity, punch, and cohesion. Once finalised in-the-box, the stereo mix was routed through analog hardware, including a RHEA Vari-Mu compressor and NEVE 542 tape emulators, to add depth, warmth, and subtle harmonic character.

Spatial effects were crafted using the AMS RMX16, creating intentional depth and movement that supports the music’s emotional flow. The final result balances precision with musicality, delivering a polished yet expressive sound. The album is now available on Spotify, iTunes, and all major streaming platforms.

This project was one of the most technically demanding and rewarding I’ve worked on, and I handled both the mixing and mastering. The goal was to preserve the intimate, nostalgic character of the song while enhancing clarity, balance, and emotional impact through a hybrid workflow that pushed both my technical skills and creative choices.

The track was mixed in Pro Tools, allowing for detailed editing, automation, and tonal shaping, with plugins from Universal Audio, Soundtoys, and Plugin Alliance used to achieve punch, depth, and cohesion. Once finalised in-the-box, the stereo mix was routed through analog hardware, including a RHEA Vari-Mu compressor and NEVE 542 tape emulators, to add warmth and harmonic richness. Spatial effects were crafted using the AMS RMX16 to create depth and movement that support the song’s emotional flow, resulting in a polished yet expressive final master.

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This electronic track, composed by Wilga in Sydney and mixed and mastered by Juan Manosalva, was one of the most ambitious and technically detailed projects I’ve worked on. The focus was on shaping a bold electronic sound while maintaining clarity, movement, and emotional depth through a hybrid mixing and mastering approach.

The mix was built in Pro Tools, with careful frequency and dynamic control using plugins from Waves and Universal Audio. Once finalised in-the-box, the stereo mix was routed through analog hardware, including a RHEA Vari-Mu compressor and NEVE 542 tape emulators, to add warmth and harmonic character. Spatial design played a key role, with the AMS RMX16 used to create depth, space, and movement across the track. The final master is now available on Spotify, iTunes, and all major streaming platforms.