Ruben.RRecords that translate everywhere.
Independent mixing & mastering engineer in Houston, Texas, behind 722M+ streams. I make your music sound finished — punchy, wide, and loud, on every system.
Engineer, Producer, Songwriter · 186 Credits
Lifetime audio streams: 722,783,989
Shazams: 689,884
Video views: 1,258,625,445
Videos: 607,817
Lifetime audio streams
722,783,989
- Shazams
- 689,884
- Video views
- 1,258,625,445
- Videos
- 607,817
Video views and Shazams are counted separately from audio streams.
Selected work
Hear the difference
Real sessions, before and after. Hit play, then toggle between versions — same spot, instant switch. No EQ tricks, just the finished record next to the raw one.
Credits & milestones
Records I've helped make
Selected milestones, from 2M to 600M streams. Tap a plaque to enlarge it and hear the track.
Services
Pick what your record needs
Transparent pricing, clear turnaround, revisions included. Book in two minutes and pay securely with Stripe.
Mixing
Your stems, mixed to release standard.
$75 deposit to bookbalance on delivery
Full mix from your multitracks — balance, depth, tone, automation, and vibe. Delivered ready for mastering or as a finished mixdown.
- 24-bit WAV mixdown
- Stems on request
- Recall available
Mix + Master
The full chain — one cohesive sound.
$120 deposit to bookbalance on delivery
Start to finish: I mix your record and master it as one connected process, so nothing gets lost in the handoff. Best value and the most consistent result.
- Mixed + mastered WAV
- Streaming master
- Instrumental + clean
Mastering
Loud, competitive, and translation-checked.
Paid in full at booking
Your mix runs through my analog outboard chain for depth, glue, and clarity, then I dial in competitive loudness that stays musical — and translates on phones, cars, club systems, and earbuds.
- Streaming master (WAV)
- 24-bit/192kHz master
- DDP on request
Stem Mastering
More control than a stereo master.
Paid in full at booking
Mastering from your grouped buses (drums, music, vocals…). Extra control to fix small balance issues a stereo master can't reach.
- Stem-mastered WAV
- Streaming master
- Up to 6 stems
Need something custom (full project, attended session, bulk rate)? Get in touch.
The room
Gear that earns its place
A hybrid analog/digital chain built for translation — every piece is here because it makes records sound better, not for show.
Hardware
8- RME UCX IIinterface / converters
- Universal Audio UAD-2 OCTO UltimateDSP accelerator
- Heritage Audio HA73 ELITEmic preamp
- Lindell Audio Lin76 FETvocal compressor
- Black Box HG-2harmonic saturation
- Rupert Neve Designs Portico IIchannel / dynamics
- SSL Violet EQmastering EQ
- Tegeler Audio Crèmemastering EQ / comp
Software & Plugins
8- FabFilterprecision EQ and dynamics
- UAD pluginsclassic analog hardware emulations
- iZotope Ozone 12 Advancedmastering and loudness tools
- Plugin Alliancemixing and mastering processors
- SonnoxEQ, dynamics and limiting
- SSL Nativeconsole EQ and compression
- Softubeanalog modeling and effects
- Wavesvocal processing and effects
What clients say
Trusted by the artists I work with
70+ reviews on EngineEars
Verified on EngineEars
Read reviews on EngineEars (opens in a new tab)“Super fast and straight to the point! Did a master on my track and made it sound like it was recorded in a million dollar studio! Did amazing work, and was fast and easy to communicate with. Would recommend 10/10.”
“Everything is crystal clear and loud. The instruments became more pronounced while still allowing the vocals to shine through. Absolutely phenomenal job. Ruben certainly knows what he is doing — will be using him in the future. 10,000 stars.”
“To anyone looking for an engineer that will ask lots of questions in order to get the sound you're looking for, Ruben should be a go-to. He made sure, before he began mastering my tracks, that he knew exactly what I was going for. He clearly used my references — the final product sounds like exactly what I wanted.”
“Excellent work by Ruben yet again! Not only is he phenomenal skill-wise, but an excellent person to work with as well.”
“Ruben is the only engineer who could get the sound I asked for — super underrated and talented.”
“Timely, communicative, patient.”
“Ruben made the experience quick and easy. 100% recommend.”
“This is a dope track! The high vocal sample and my lower vocal mix work really well together here — one of the few times boosting the highs doesn't hurt, since the frequency relationship between the beat and vocals blends so well.”
About
I make records that compete
I'm Ruben.R, an independent mix & mastering engineer. I've put hands on records that have crossed 722 million streams — pop, R&B, hip-hop and beyond. Whether you tracked in a bedroom or a big room, I'll get it sounding intentional, loud, and ready for release.
Book & reserve
Pick a service and an open date. Pay securely with Stripe to lock it in.
Send your stems
Drop a WeTransfer / Drive link, add references and any notes on the vibe.
I mix / master
I get to work and send you updates. Revisions are included — we dial it in.
Approve & release
Final files delivered in the formats you need. Ready to drop everywhere.
FAQ
Questions, answered
Everything worth knowing before you book.
What does Ruben.R do?
Ruben.R is an independent mixing & mastering engineer in Houston, Texas, behind over 722 million streams across credited releases. I take your stems or final mix and make the record sound finished — punchy, wide, and loud, so it translates on every system.
How much do mixing and mastering cost?
Transparent per-song pricing: Mixing $150, Mix + Master $240, Mastering $60, Stem Mastering $100. You book and pay securely online — and for an EP or album, see the bundle question below.
How do I book and send my stems?
Pick a service on the booking page, choose an open date (availability syncs live with my calendar), and pay securely with Stripe to lock it in. Then just paste a download link to your stems — WeTransfer, Google Drive, or Dropbox. No uploads or accounts needed.
What's the typical turnaround time?
Turnaround depends on my workload, but most songs are turned around fast once they're scheduled — the exact timing for each service is listed on the booking cards. If you're on a deadline, get in touch first and I'll tell you what's realistic.
What's included with mastering?
Your track runs through my outboard analog chain for depth, glue, and clarity, then I finalize loudness for streaming while keeping it musical. You'll get a release-ready master — WAV 24-bit, with an MP3 on request.
How many revisions are included?
Revisions cover balance, tone, and FX adjustments, and the number included is listed on each service. If you record new vocals, replace files, or change the arrangement, it may be treated as a new pass depending on how big the changes are.
Do you offer bundle pricing for EPs and albums?
Yes — for an EP or album, get in touch with the song count, the service (mix, master, or both), and your deadline, and I'll quote a bundle.
Will I get “major-label” quality?
Yes. Every client gets the same level of detail and care — the goal is always a polished, release-ready record that translates on every system.