98% sound finishing facility, 2% cozy cantina
There may be a million sound finishing studios, but there’s only one Margarita Mix. Our world-class sound artists, our classic Hollywood location, and the signature “Dia De Los Muertos” vibe all add up to create the most creative and relaxed sound finishing facility in the industry.
Sound editing, sound mixing and so much more:
Dialogue editing and clean-up, commentaries, original production dialogue recording for animation, and remote record kits for local talent. Remote supervising options include: Zoom, Source-Connect, and more. Remote playback sessions with third-party mix facilities (up to 5.1), plus full Dolby Home Atmos (7.1.4), 7.1, and 5.1 Mixing.
Sound finishing for reality shows and episodic
Our expert audio artists know the pressure reality and episodic creatives can be under, and we speak that language fluently, making sure you achieve your creative vision in your sound edit and sound mix, on time and on budget.
Sound finishing for animation
We also specialize in sound editing and sound mixing for animated shows. Let our sound artists bring their world-class recording and sound finishing expertise to your animated project.
The Red Carpet treatment for all our sound finishing clients
Your Classic Hollywood sound finishing experience wouldn’t be complete without valet parking, full bar and kitchen, and our attentive staff, ready to take your coffee or lunch order. When you finish your show’s sound and color at Margarita Mix, we treat you like an A-lister.
The most advanced audio post facility in Hollywood
MTRX Studio Interface, AVID S6 consoles, and of course Pro Tools, all hooked up to world-class microphones, including the Neumann U87, U89, and TLM 170, Sanken COS-1, and the SennheiserMKH 416, 50, and 60. Not to mention full Dolby Atmos 7.1.4 Systems, Millenia HV-3D preamps, Meyer Speakers, AVID Media Composer Symphony, AVID Nexis Shared Storage, DaVinci Resolve/Advanced Color Panels, and Sony BVM-X300 reference monitors.
¡Viva La Cantina!
Full kitchen and lounge for brainstorming or grabbing a cool drink or hot snack between sound finishing sessions, complete with espresso machine, huge fridge, prep station, sink, and plenty of tables.
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When you finish your film or show’s sound at Margarita Mix, you’re not just working with top artists and engineers, you’re also taking advantage of a robust editorial, network, and storage environment provided by our sister company, FotoKem — the world-famous post-production studio created by filmmakers for filmmakers.
Our awesome ARTISTS
Sound Finishing Artist Wouter van Herwerden
Wouter is an award-winning sound finishing artist and engineer who got his start recording live performances of orchestras and outdoor concerts such as Glastonbury and Reggae Sunsplash and performances by the Royal Shakespeare Company. In London, Wouter’s career had him wearing many hats—from designing and building audio post facilities to research and development to setting up entire new sound finishing workflows. An industry veteran and member of the Margarita Mix team since 1999, Wouter is a go-to sound mixer and recording engineer for celebrity talent and production companies such as Netflix, Paramount, Illumination. He specializes in everything from voiceover to animated feature recording and ADR recording.
Sound Finishing Artist Paul Hurtubise
For over 30 years, Paul has been recording, editing, and mixing sound for some the best content on the planet. From commercial clients like AT&T and Toyota to movies such as Scream 6 and Crazy Rich Asians and tv shows like The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy, Chicago Party Aunt and Breaking Bobby Bones. Paul brings a keen ear, the spirit of collaboration, and a positive attitude to every project he works on, as well as a unique blend of creativity and precision, and has a proven track record of excellence, having won a CLIO and two Tellys for outstanding contributions to audio engineering.
Sound Finishing Artist James Moore
Hailing from Henrietta, Texas (population 2,896), James is a rerecording mixer and a BBQ contest competitor, and he absolutely shreds on guitar. Also worth mentioning: he’ll travel to the ends of the Earth to ensure his audio clients are happy. Just a few of his recent projects include Rick and Morty, I Think You Should Leave, and Krapopolis on Fox. James got his start in sound finishing at audio post facility SonicPool where he rose through the ranks before jumping onto the big stage at Margarita Mix. He’s an Army veteran who served two tours in Iraq, a Clio Award winner, and a Motion Picture Sound Editors award nominee, and, true story: Chuck Norris once asked him for his autograph. James cherishes his family life and is a devoted husband and proud father of two boys.
Sound Finishing Artist Konrad Piñon
Born and raised in Southern California, Konrad spent his days shredding on his skateboard, watching TV, shooting hoops, listening to comedy albums, blowing stuff up to hear how it sounds, playing football, going to school, listening to music (lots of music) and traveling the globe. Eventually, all of these interests led him into the world of audio post-production where he has been fortunate enough to experience the transition from analog to digital technology. During this time, Konrad’s finished the sound on projects ranging from nationally syndicated live radio shows such as Rockline to mixing wildly creative shows such as Robot Chicken. Today, Konrad can either be found banging away in his sound mixing suite, hanging out with his family, cycling with his buddies, judging debates, refereeing soccer matches, and still blowing stuff up… except now it’s for TV.
Sound Finishing Artist Tristan Warren
Tristan is a citizen of the UK and America and grew up on both sides of the Atlantic. After college in London, he became a sound engineer and soon moved to Los Angeles, where’s he’s since worked as freelance and in studio roles sound finishing for numerous tv shows, feature films, and documentaries. His sound finishing highlights include National Geographic’s Port Protection, Duncanville, Fairfax, and Final Space. Tristan likes to work with creative people and creative material and enjoys contributing his artistic voice wherever he can. He’s also a musician and music producer and has self-produced many albums and EPs.
Color Finishing Artist Troy Smith
Senior Colorist Troy Smith produced tv shows and learned Avid while attending DePauw University. After landing an entry level position at Level 3 Post in Burbank, he quickly moved up the ranks to assistant editor, editor, and then colorist, where he worked on shows such as 24, The Biggest Loser, and more. Troy was the first hire when Margarita Mix opened their video department in 2011, color grading shows such as The 1% Club, Life Below Zero: First Alaskans, Port Protection, The Shop, Top Gear USA, and multiple commercials for companies such as Ford, HP, and Legoland. So far in his 20-plus year career, he has worked on over 85 titles. Troy is a founding member and board member of the Colorist Society Hollywood Chapter, an occasional reviewer for Post Perspective, and has been a beta tester for Nucoda Film Master. He married his college sweetheart and is the proud father of three girls and one boy.
Some recent SOUND FINISHING projects
Plus, of course…
unlimited margaritas*
From our vintage, ivy-covered walls to our serene and comfortable digs, you won’t find an audio post facility with a more perfect blend of cinema tradition and technical chops. Situated in the heart of old Hollywood, Margarita Mix Hollywood is an award-winning sound finish facility providing audio post-production, color, and even visual effects — all in the same place. *Please margarita responsibly.
“I’ve been taking shows to Margarita Mix for years, and they have become my go-to for so many reasons.The sessions are calm and relaxed, yet focused and efficient. We always feel like we’re in good hands, and the quality of the finished work speaks for itself. Every staff member is top notch, and every step of the process — from scheduling all the way through final delivery — is solid and consistent. A Post Supervisor’s dream!”
Post-Production Supervisor Don Devine, Bento Box Entertainment
“Working with Margarita Mix is such a good experience. The team was not only insanely good at what they do, but also just really easy to work with. No egos, no drama—just a solid group of people who cared about making our project shine. Post can sometimes be a grind, but with Margarita Mix it actually felt fun. We’re already looking forward to the next one.”
George Bours, Post Producer
“Margarita Mix is a top notch post finishing facility. From the operations team, to the fantastically skilled colorists and online editors, they have made any project I’ve done with them an enjoyable and successful experience.”
Marc Weinstein, Post Supervisor
“I have been working with Margarita Mix for the last 22 years, and it has consistently been our go-to audio house for audio commentaries, Atmos mixes, and on-camera talent shoots. The staff is always warm and welcoming, maintaining excellent communication and showing great care with every project—big or small. The facility is beautiful and always feels like home whenever I return!”
Lisa Stephenson, LIONSGATE Executive Director, Multi-Platform Content Production
“The Margarita Mix team made our time there flawless from beginning to end. The quality of audio work was top-tier and stood out amongst their peers, but it was the personalized and thoughtful details that came with being in the studio that truly made the experience exceptional. It was a real joy going to work there — I will miss it!”
Eve Crusto, Writer for the Stage and Screen/Director /Producer/Cultural Consultant
“As a long time client of Margarita Mix I cannot speak more highly about their professionalism and talent. I have completed a variety of projects at the facility over many years and the whole team is a pleasure to work with on every front. Projects always have hurdles when getting to the finish line and the team at Margarita is always able to find solutions which is extremely important in this industry. Their facilities and people are welcoming so I never worry about taking clients and/or network executives to sessions. They are my first call when I start a new project and will continue to be.”
Clay Murphy, Production Executive
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