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1st lesson free
- Music Production
- Music Recording
- Audio Engineering
- Music Technology
- Ableton Live
Learn Professional Audio Mixing and Mastering from Certified Engineer Using Hands-On Creative Approach That Transforms Your Sound
- Music Production
- Music Recording
- Audio Engineering
- Music Technology
- Ableton Live
Lesson location
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At Sam's house: Richmond
- online
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About Sam
VA Sam is a mix engineer, business mind, and quiet architect behind the boards. Born in Japan and raised in Virginia, his path wasn’t traditional — but it was intentional. After earning a Division I athletic scholarship to Troy University, he made a calculated decision to step away from the field and lock in on what mattered most: music. With over a decade in the industry, Sam has worked alongside everyone from independent artists building from scratch to mainstream names with real chart presence. He’s also collaborated with major brands, always bringing the same energy: clean execution, zero ego, and an obsession with quality. Sam is known for his hybrid mixing style — blending the warmth of analog with the precision of digital. His sessions are sharp, focused, and intentional. No wasted time. No shortcuts. He builds sound the way an architect drafts a foundation — with structure, feel, and finality. Every decision is made to elevate the record without compromising the emotion in it. When you work with VA Sam, you’re not just booking an engineer — you’re locking in with someone who sees the full picture. Expect real input. Expect elite standards. Expect a polished final product that’s tailored, competitive, and built to last. Whether you’re looking for vocal production, mixing, mastering, session organization, or hybrid analog summing, Sam brings a system that adapts to your sound — and elevates it. You don’t have to explain the vibe. He hears it. Then he brings it to life.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I don’t just “tell” — I show, break down, and guide. My approach is hands-on, interactive, and rooted in real-world application. I start with core concepts (the “why”), move into step-by-step demonstrations (the “how”), and finish with active practice and feedback (the “do”). I use examples that directly connect to what my students care about — whether that’s academic growth, creative work, or professional skill-building.
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Rates
Rate
- $75
Pack rates
- 5h: $375
- 10h: $750
online
- $75/h
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Sam will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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