"With every client I deal with, major label or indie, the first dude I mention for mixing/mastering is Derek. He's quick, thorough and absolute pro. In regards to sound: find one thing he's done and just listen..."
-zac maloy: producer, songwriter, former frontman of The Nixons
"From the gritty, in-your-face of rock music to the subtle warmth of folk/pop... He's the jedi master of all things sonic and dungeon master of all things sonically challenged."-chris machart: producer, singer+songwriter, frontman of millicent friendly
"Derek Taylor has changed the way I approach my recording projects as a Producer/Engineer. I used to mix all of my recording projects myself, but after using Derek for the first time I quickly decided that all of my future projects would be going to him! Derek really adds another level to the overall production; not only does he put together a perfectly balanced mix which allows each instrument and musical part to be really showcased, but he adds a creative twist to everything he does that is above and beyond the call of duty. He is also very receptive to direction, listening to your comments and providing you with exactly what you asked for, and typically more! I have not come across any Mix Engineer in the region that offers the level of quality and price that Derek does. One thing I can say for sure is that Derek Taylor will provide you with a better mix than you expected."
-Ed Knoll, Producer/Engineer (Caroline's Spine, Upside, MidAmerica)
"Working with Derek Taylor has been a blessing for us. We wanted to record and mix our record 'We're Not Robots' in our own backyard of Dallas, TX and show everyone what Dallas really has to offer. The mixes are fuckin' awesome and everything was done in a timely fashion. He always seemed to make time for any last tweaks, even if his plate was full. It's been a pleasure or 'Cold Blooded' as Derek would say!"
-Matt Moseman of
edgewater
"I firmly attribute the success of my band in great part to having worked with Derek Taylor and milostudio. His consistent standard of excellence on our recordings has single-handedly turned us from a garage band into a successful nationally touring act. His work on our last CD, 'Debutante' (Kirtland 2005), yielded us the radio hit, 'Bette Davis Eyes', which has recieved over 200 spins on Dallas station KDGE 102.1 , as well as adds on other Clear Channel stations, KEYJ 108, and KRUF 94.5, as well as many college stations around the country. We have mixed with other notable engineers but always come back to Derek Taylor to get the job done right! We have found no higher level of commitment to a project and to it's end result of exceeding industry expectations."
-Ted Levin (Singer/songwriter/founder of
Space Cadet)
"Derek is a total pro. In the five years my band has been recording, never have I run across a more capapable, yet affordable engineer for our recordings. He spotted the weaknesses in our tracks and found ways to make them shine despite. Saved our asses more than once, to be honest. Whenever we have a project that needs something extra, I will trust always trust Derek with it. He delivers every time."
-sid from upside
"Derek's gift is being able to take random bits of sound and place them all together in the way that it should be heard."-Sam Romero from fishing for comets
"With Derek Taylor at Milo Studio mixing and mastering my music I can focus more on the creative side of what I am doing instead of the technical. I like to record my music at home where I am most comfortable and in control of what is recorded. So knowing the tracks are going to Derek, I can aim a mic, print my best takes at the proper levels, and leave it alone. The finished product from Milo Studio is outstanding and industry competitive." - Lance Harvill - Songwriter/Musician
*** BULLETIN:
Don't need/can't afford the complete mixing and mastering services???
Be sure to ask about MASTERING only rates!
Guaranteed to improve the quality of your existing unmastered mixes!
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You've spent years crafting your greatest songs and as many months recording them...but do they lack the punch and clarity of a major label release? Does your album still sound local?
Why? Because you are most likely missing a vital step in the process that puts your music in the hands of a technically skilled, musically creative mixing engineer.
If you aren't buying this, check out the credits of your favorite artist's CD. You will most likely see "Produced by:" as well as "Mixed by:" listed. So if a mixing engineer isn't in your plan, do your music a favor and consider it. It will take your album from "close enough for rock n roll" to truly professional.
I am derek taylor, chief engineer of MILOSTUDIO, the premiere sonic laboratory in Dallas, TX. Services offered include professional, state of the art mixing and mastering for the discerning artist/label working with a 'less than major label' budget!
How it works: Artists will generally record at another studio with an engineer/producer of their choosing. (or in some cases, self-produce in their own home studio…)
After I receive the tracks from their sessions, the MILO process begins:
First, comes Editing... (in the case that I am double-booked; these duties go to my mix assistant)
Next, progressive and creative techniques are applied to achieve the utmost in dynamic / artistic / hi-fidelity translation of the artist's work.
Finally, all mixes are extensively AB-ed against a backdrop of contemporary state of the art recordings and final EQ and limiting is applied to bring material to a modern competitive level.
The MILO philosophy:
PRIMARY MISSION:
to achieve sonic excellence through the exploration/implementation of progressive mixing and mastering techniques.
SEEKING:
aspiring artists longing to realize the ultimate in fidelity and musical translation for their work.
COMPENSATION:
fees for services rendered are considered GRANTS for study for the furtherance of the state of the art of audio.
