“Dave is one of exactly two engineers in the world I trust to master my mixes”
“Dio is not only phenomenally talented at what he does, but he’s easy to work with and very professional.”
“Dio is a sonic Jedi”
“Dio is a f*cking champ!”
“The Timbaland of a cappella”
“Every time Dio sends back a mastered version of one of my mixes, I can’t help but wonder who he sold his soul to in order to be capable of such incredible audio wizardry.”
“Over the last few years, Vocal Mastering has become my first-call mastering source for ALL of m-pact’s professional releases. Dave’s stellar musicianship, top-notch gear, and quick turnaround time make him an invaluable and integral part of our production team.”
“Dave’s sound is my go-to example of mastering that makes your recordings shine in their best possible light. Any weaknesses are minimized while strengths are magnified, giving you the greatest impact on your audience possible.”
“With any project I bring to him, Dio gives more than just his uncanny ear, decades of expertise, and unwavering demand for excellence– he invests his heart.”
“Whether it’s music for commercials, video games, or a cappella – my projects are never complete until Dio gets his hands on it and works his magic.”
“When it comes to quality assurance, I trust Vocal Mastering (or ‘Dave Sperandio’ … pick your favorite) with all of my audio mastering. I would recommend his second-to-none mastering services to anyone!”
“Dio single-handedly taught me why I should consider mastering invaluable. He feels the emotion that I’m going for in my music, and when he hands it back to me it’s fantastic.
“Leave it to Dio to make any mix pop, shine, and sizzle the way you intended it to. A master in mastering vocals. Easy to work with, clear, detailed, and has your best interests in mind.”
“I’ve been working with Dave at Vocal Mastering for many years with all of my different projects. From my a cappella group (Street Corner Symphony) to my pop group (Cool Cool), country artists I’ve produced, and my solo acoustic albums, Dave has never failed to present a master mix that brings depth and new life to the music.”
“Whether you view mastering as an art or a science, it’s a crucial element of the production process – and there are few who’ve mastered this element like Dave Sperandio. His work is dynamic, tasteful, and soulful. It’s clear that Dave appreciates and respects the music he works on, and the advice he’s given down the years has been invaluable to me as an engineer and as a performer.”
“Dio doesn’t settle. He sets a high standard for himself and is passionate about what he does – so if you ask a lot, you can trust that he’ll deliver in spades.”
“Dave Sperandio has the ears and musicianship to take your work from awesome, to perfection. I’ve now worked with him in every group I’ve sung in, and each time it’s been a great experience.”
“Dave really takes the time to give each song the attention it needs. His nuance and attention to detail really help my tracks reach their full potential.”
“Dave always takes mixes to the next level. With an adept musical touch across a variety of genres, everything sounds bigger, thicker, warmer, and punchier while still maintaining their subtleties. Not only are his ears top-notch, his heart is what really sets him apart. Incredibly easy to work with, prompt, and warm, always striving for the best.”
“Dio is unparalleled. Grammy Award winning mixers genuflect before his ears and weep as their tracks become BETTER because of Dave’s mastering magic. Here he is – for the Grammy-winners and beginners alike – ready to tackle any level project: what a blessing.”
When working on something as personal as one’s own music, it’s important to work with others that understand the value inherent in your vision, while also being professional enough to enhance it (but without subverting your desires). Dave strikes this balance superbly.
“I’m most definitely going to have you master all my mixes from here on out. I love the fullness!”
“Vocal Mastering takes your final mix to that next level. Dave gives your track the extra punch and vibe you never knew you even needed, but you’re forever thankful that he did.”
“None of my projects are truly complete until they’ve passed through Dio’s hands – he knows just how to bring out the best in my music!”
“If the goal is for your music to be the best it can be, it needs to go through dio’s hands. Period.”
“Dave’s work with vocal music is second-to-none. His artistry and professionalism benefit every project he touches.”
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