Work with JPM

Services Offered:
* Joseph can Record bass on your song or CD project remotely via the internet.
* Mix your song or album.
* Arrange your music.
* Full Production (as Producer).

* See the complete JPM Discography
* See the complete JPM Recording Equipment/Gear List

In addition to hiring JPM directly on this website, you can also find him on SoundBetter.com

HOW IT WORKS:
1. Email for a 2023-2024 rate card: [email protected]

2. Fill out form to be considered and select what you would like to hire Joseph for. You will receive specific instructions in regards to the services you are requesting. We usually respond within 24 - 48 hours.

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EXAMPLE FOR BASS RECORDING:
1. Joseph approves the session and the Artist/Producer emails or WeTransfers an MP3 reference mix.

2. JPM will import reference track into his DAW (digital audio workstation).

3. JPM will record his bass part and email MP3 of new track to artist/producer for approval.  If revisions are requested, another pass is recorded.
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4. A full bandwidth audio file (24 bit, 192/96/44.1, wav/aiff file) will be uploaded to artist/producer who then imports into his/her master sequencer recording program.

5. You pay via PayPal, Venmo, Zelle or Cash APP

About the Studio & Gear Used

Control Room:
The control room is adjacent to the Live Loft. The main audio interface is an Universal Audio Apollo 8 (recording using Thunderbolt 3) into a 27 inch iMac. Typically JPM uses the Brent Avril 1272 Module Mic Preamp and/or DI (pictured above in #2 in rack). For monitoring, JPM uses  Adam A7x powered monitors, 12" Cerwin Vega (for bass response) on controlled PrimeAcoustic floor panels below/behind control surface (not pictured) and a Bose stereo for fine tuning. Additionally there is enough room to record and capture using video camera's or correspond with Skype (iPad or iMac) for a more interactive recording/documenting experience.

Plugins & Virtual Instruments

Channel Strips, EQ's, Delays

Compressors, Bass/Drums/Guitar/Vocals Specific

Special EFX and Mix Buss

Virtual Instruments 1

Virtual Instruments 2

Virtual Instruments 3

Note: This is only a partial list of some of the plugins, virtual instruments, and audio tools used. This list is always updating. For the latest - follow JPM's Gear Update on Pinterest.

Bass Collection & Amps

Choose from the following basses:
* Custom MVP Pedulla 5 String Electric (2 Models)
* Custom MVP Pedulla 5 String Fretless
* 1994 American made Fender Jazz Bass
* Les Paul Deluxe 4 string
* Kohler Czech Double Bass
* NS Design Electric Upright Bass

Live Room / Open Air Loft Studio:
JPM is able to move amp configurations and microphone/DI placements freely, to achieve desired sound.

1965 Ampeg Flip Top:
Modified Ampeg classic with new tubes, caps +.

Live Rig:
Aguilar DB751 (which can also be used as DI) into 1x15 and 1x12. Either cabinets or combo of both cabinets can have a microphone.

Ableton Live Rig:
Laptop running Ableton Live which is controlled with a midi foot pedal, running into an aguilar 2x10 to hear the audio from the laptop. The audio is also running through a Saphire Focusrite which is recorded L/R in stereo. Typically this rig is used in a live "solo bass" context only. 

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DI's | Pedal Board +

Recording:
JPM uses Logic Pro and Ableton Live to record.  JPM also has a REDDI and a modified Brick DI upon request. Additionally, JPM has a True Bypass Pedal Board with Octaver, Distortion and Delays utilizing Analysis-Plus Cables. JPM is able to provide effects upon request but typically only uses the pedal board in a live application.

Full Gear List On Pinterest