I’m Sibusiso Lukhele, a passionate Live Sound Technician with hands-on experience in sound mixing, system setup, audio consoles, software, troubleshooting, safety, and live event support. I pride myself on delivering flawless sound quality and maintaining a calm, collaborative approach in fast-paced environments.
Over the years I’ve contributed to university and festival productions, including the National Arts Festival and TUT Arts Festival, as well as freelance remote projects. I value teamwork, safety, and continuous learning, and I’m eager to contribute to dynamic productions while expanding my skills in professional settings.
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🎧 CAUSTIC STORM [Mobcardo Remastered] | Theatre Sound Mastery
STREAM THIS REMASTER:
➜ Spotify: [Coming Soon]
➜ Apple Music: [Coming Soon]
Original Artist: Mniip
Remastered by: Mobcardo (Audio Tech Student - Diploma in Technical Theatre Arts)
Experience Mniip’s underground electronic track reborn through professional theatre sound techniques. I’ve applied live-auditorium mixing principles and stage mastering dynamics to elevate “Caustic Storm” into a cinematic listening experience – now optimized for streaming platforms via RouteNote.
🔥 Why This Remaster Stands Out:
🏟️ Theatre Sound Design: Spatial imaging & dynamic control honed for immersive impact
🎚️ Stage-Grade Processing: FX chains that prioritize emotional progression over loudness wars
📈 RouteNote-Ready Mastering: Balanced for Spotify/Apple Music while preserving raw energy
🎛️ Technical Approach:
Live Mixing Mindset: Treated Caustic 3 like a theatre sound console for dynamic realism
Auditorium EQ Techniques: Frequency sculpting inspired by acoustic space calibration
Dynamic Headroom: Preserved transients for headphone & club playback
🎵 Original Track Credits:
“Caustic Storm” by Mniip (from Caustic 3 demos)
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🌐 STREAM/SUPPORT:
[Spotify] | [Apple Music] | [Tidal] | [Amazon Music]
(Links available via RouteNote distribution)
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⚠️ LEGAL This remainder is transformative work under fair use.
All original composition rights belong to Mniip.
Contact for removal requests.
#CausticStorm #MusicRemaster #TheatreSound #AudioTechnology #RouteNote #ElectronicMusic #Mobcardo
My Role & Responsibilities on this Work:
My key responsibilities for this work:
✅ Live Adaptation: Translating “Caustic Storm” for dynamic live playback.
✅ Mixing Philosophy: Why I prioritize mid-range punch and stereo width.
✅ Mastering Tricks: Balancing sub-bass and highs.
NOTE: At first, it might sound weird—like when I’m twisting knobs to find the perfect tone. But stick around! That’s the magic part. Watch how all that crazy tweaking turns into a banger where every instrument slaps and the vocals shine. It’s the ultimate glow-up for a song. So please trust the process.
(All rights to “Caustic Storm” belong to its creator. Contact for queries.)
🛠 Tools Used
Caustic 3’s sequencer, FX racks, and real-time mixing tools.
Mobcardo (Instagram)
https://www.tiktok.com/@mobcardo
https://www.youtube.com/@Mobcardo
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I reprocessed the my very own track originally produced by myself using Caustic and then mastered using REAPER using my custom mastering chain to enhance clarity and energy. Had to surgically remove some persistent background noise from the intro for a smoother listen 🎚️⚡
My mastering chain included:
MultiBand Compression
Graphic + Parametric EQ
Exciter
Stereo Imaging
My Role & Responsibilities on this Project:
I am Creating and sourcing the audio landscape, including atmospheres, Foley, and spot effects to support the narrative.
Live Sound Operation: Mixing and executing all sound cues live during the performance on a Midas 32-channel mixing console.
Cue Playback: Operating audio playback (edited by myself using Audacity) via a dedicated smartphone running WhatsApp Audio for cue triggering, fed into the console via an RCA to Aux cable connection.
My goal is to use sound as a powerful, invisible character to enhance storytelling and create an immersive experience for the audience.
Equipment/Software Used:
Digital Mixing Console: Midas 32-Channel
Audacity
Playback Method: WhatsApp Audio via RCA/Aux cable
Microphones: Lapel (Lavalier) Microphones, Sennheiser Lavaliers
Credits & Team:
This was a collaborative project by Group 16, TUT Performing Arts.
Sound Technician & Operator: Sibusiso Lukhele
Director: @Phumzero The Comedian
Performers:
@Phumzero The Comedian
@Rethabileshamane
@Zolani Mpanza
@AeyyWisani
@Phamandla Makhubu
Outcome
As a result, our group achieved a distinction for this multi-disciplinary performance, achieving a final percentage of 75 according to the TUT Marking guide. The project was praised for the seamless integration of acting, direction, and technical sound design, creating a cohesive and powerful production.
My Role & Responsibilities on this work:
My key responsibilities for this work:
This is an official preview of the original song.
All rights belong to the original artist.
The full official release is coming soon to Spotify and all major platforms.
This is not a remix. I was commissioned for the mixing and mastering.
Please note: This video may receive a copyright claim from the artist’s distributor upon the song’s release, which is a standard process to protect their ownership.
🔧 Audio Engineering Process:
Mixing DAW: Caustic
Mastering DAW: REAPER
Mastering Chain: Multiband Compressor - Graphic EQ - Parametric EQ - Exciter - Stereo Imager
Title: Shaka
Genre: Amapiano
Music: [Artist Name - TBC]
Mixing & Mastering: Sibusiso Lukhele (Sound Technician /Audio Engineer)
📞 Contact for Professional Engineering Services:
Phone/WhatsApp:https://www.twine.net/signin
Email: https://www.twine.net/signin
#AudioEngineer #SoundTechnician #Amapiano #MusicPreview #ComingSoon #Spotify #shorts
My Role & Responsibilities on this Work:
The original acoustic melody is transformed into a new, pulsating Afrobeat foundation. I’ve meticulously remastered this lost file using REAPER DAW with a live mastering chain for maximum clarity and power:
▶️ Multi-band Compressor
▶️ Graphic EQ
▶️ Parametric EQ
▶️ Exciter
▶️ Stereo Manipulator
▶️ Stereo Imager Filter
My Role & Responsibilities on this Project:
My key responsibilities for this work:
The goal of this master was to translate an original track for the power and clarity needed in a theatrical front-of-house (FOH) environment. Key processing focuses on:
• Vocals: Boosting presence and clarity to sit perfectly above the instrumentation.
• Dynamics: Preserving the song’s emotional swell and impact without distortion.
• Low-End: Tightening the low-mids for punch without muddiness.
• Headroom: Ensuring a clean, powerful signal that won’t clip a live console.
🛠️ Gear & Software Used:
• DAW: REAPER
• Plugins: Primarily stock EQ [Graphic and Parametric EQ], compression, Stereo manipulator and Enhancer Multi-band compression, and Clip softer and limiter.
• Monitoring: Professional-grade reference speakers and headphones.
This is an independent audio production and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hillsong UNITED.
My Role & Responsibilities on this Project:
My key responsibilities for this project:
As the on-duty Sound Technician, I worked with Senior Engineer Mr. Smith to diagnose the fault. He immediately escalated the issue and personally sourced and purchased a replacement driver. Together, arrived hours early post the show, we executed the repair, replacing the blown component and ensuring the entire audio system was fully operational before doors opened.
The Result
The show proceeded flawlessly for a full-capacity audience, maintaining the high standard of an Ovation Award-winning production and demonstrating effective crisis management under pressure.
Technical Note:
Venue: City Hall, National Arts Festival, Makhanda
Console Operated: Yamaha M7CL
Fault: Blown driver in FOH speaker stack.
Solution: Driver replacement.
Role: Student Sound Technician (Show Operator & Repair Team)
- Live Sound Mixing
- Midas X32 Operation
- System Tuning & EQ
- Monitor Mixing
- Stage-Sound Liaison
- Working under Pressure
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**My Role & Responsibilities on this Project: **
My key responsibilities for this project included:
Operating the Midas X32 Console: Managed all aspects of live sound reinforcement for the jazz ensemble, which included multiple vocalists and live musicians.
Sound Check and System Tuning: Trained by Sound Lecture to conduct detailed sound checks and tune the PA system to the acoustics of the Auditorium, ensuring optimal clarity and coverage for the vocal and instrumental arrangements.
Channel Strip Setup and EQ: Configured channel strips for each input, applying precise parametric EQ to shape the tone of vocals, grand piano, bass guitar, and brass instruments to sit perfectly in the mix.
Monitor Mixing: Created and managed separate monitor mixes for the performers on stage, ensuring they could hear themselves and each other clearly to deliver a cohesive performance.
System Preparation: This console was part of the initial setup for the recitals and festival preparations. My work involved ensuring the entire signal path was flawless before the system was later replaced with the larger Yamaha TL5 48-channel console for the main festival events.
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The Outcome
The successful Jazz Recital contributed to the smooth running of the festival’s preparatory recitals. The jazz performance was delivered with clear, balanced, and powerful sound, honoring the spirit of the original song by The Soil and supporting the festival’s 2023 theme of ARTIVISM—using artistic expression to engage and inspire.
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