mastering studio

Nathan James | Senior Mastering Engineer



Mastering Engineer

Introduction

Nathan began his career as an audio editor and mastering engineer for Telarc International. It wasn't too long before he landed a gig in New York City at a mastering studio called Classic Sound where he assisted on hundreds of albums including projects for John Mayer, Garbage, and the Gypsy Kings.

A couple years later Nathan joined the crew at The Hit Factory Mastering Studios where he mastered music for acts like The Bravery, Charlie Hunter, and The Fray. There Nathan also began his mastering service's relationship with the regional New York City music scene, a relationship that continues to thrive today.

After The Hit Factory was laid to rest Nathan moved his mastering studio to a space in SoHo called Jigsaw Sound where he could focus on building a loyal and musically diverse client base, both here in New York and throughout the country.

Nathan created The Vault Mastering Studios in late 2006 so that he could deliver a vision to his clients; a comfortable and creative musical space that treated indies as well as majors, cutting not a single corner in terms of mastering technology and quality, and free-flowing lines of communication. Fortunately, that vision clicked and he has since enjoyed a steady flow of great records, interesting artists, and many unique mastering experiences. He has also made a few friends along the way.

What Nathan's clients are saying...

“He has a great understanding of music and the flow and feel of just about any style you may bring in.”

Eiko Peck of Elco Deck"