Talented young Latrobe Valley-based music mixer and producer Marlon Mifsud uses his skills and instincts to creatively help musicians achieve the sound they want.

Those instincts have developed naturally for Marlon.

“When listening to songs on the radio I would find myself wanting to add a kick drum here or snare there, as though I was creating the song myself,” Marlon said.

“I love to make music but also love to help other people with their music. It heartens me to see music make people happy. The ability to bring joy and light up someone’s day through music is what inspires me to create”.

Marlon studied sound production as a VET subject at Lowanna College, Newborough and as he did, developed a love for the craft.

“This led me to study for a Bachelor of Audio Engineering at JMC Academy in Melbourne.

“In learning to be a producer, I found myself wanting to be an actual artist myself, as well as becoming an engineer and learning the technical side of it,” Marlon said.

The training provided a good foundation that allows Marlon’s musical intuition and gut-feeling to add to the creative process.

“I love enhancing the mix with panning, effects, corrective tweaks… and becoming more of a producer,” he enthuses.

Marlon works closely with musicians, singers and bands, translating their creative ideas into polished and professional productions. His expertise lies in managing the technical aspects of music creation, including sound design, mixing and mastering, while also fostering a collaborative environment where artists can express their musical visions.

Singer Goos!e has praised Marlon for his easy-going collaborative approach and mastery of sound engineering that produced emotionally engaging music.

“Working with Marlon was stress-free and easy,” she said. “He really knows his stuff and is an amazing all-round great professional.”

Marlon currently uses different studios in the Melbourne area, thus providing a range of location and price options.

“If I can take that kind of worry out of the recording and mixing process, the musician can feel free to build on their passion without real-life constraints,” Marlon said.

“My goal is to have my own recording studio one day, to bring musicians in and open them up to ideas they may not have thought of. Like, find creative ways to help them achieve the sound they want from their guitars, if they want a dirty or grungy sound, or whatever particular feeling they are trying to express.

“It would help the bands but also provide a better experience for the listener.”

Marlon says he tries to be as accessible as possible to make the process easy and affordable for artists.

“If music is their passion but they find it hard to find a good studio that’s easy with travel time and costs, I want to help.”

Details of the services offered by Marlon can be found on his website, along with testimonials and a contact box: marlonmifsudrecordingservices.com