TESTIMONIALS:

You know how you want your project to sound. In your head you know the color of every phrase and every note, but to get the sound you want you need an engineer, that has not only mastered the art of sound, but who is willing to give your project the commitment and attention to detail he would give his own. Robert Smith IS that engineer. He has proven his care for the success of my recording projects time and time again. I recommend his services to anyone who is looking for the guy that "Get's it"!

» Kelly Warwick «

You are a legend! I love you! To your titles of "sound engineer" "mixer" "masterer" "producer", I think you should add RESUSCITATOR OF BIZARRELY-KIDNAPPED-AND-BEATEN-INTO-SUBMISSION ALBUMS. Has a nice ring to it, don't you think? =)

» Tara Novak «

Robert's got something infinitely more valuable than just great recording equipment...his ears tell the truth, every time, and are beyond reproach

» Kyle Turner «

It's great to work with someone who knows how to preserve the true essence of a song while nurturing it to it's full potential. Robert is protective of a song’s inception yet a master at pushing the envelope...gently.

» Stacie Rose «

Robert makes recording easy again. When we'd arrive at a session, he'd have the headphone mixes perfectly prepared, and everything set to roll, so we could let our inspiration take us wherever it wanted to go that particular day.

» Django Haskins «

Robert can get a great sound and set up gear faster than anyone I know! As an artist, I consider him to be a great engineer not only for his technical expertise, but because he is so sensitive to the needs of artists. He has a great personality, and I love working with him. We always seem to laugh like crazy when we work together. It's all part of the fun, and why he is one of my favorite people to work with!

» Jo Davidson «

Never before have I worked in an environment so conducive to creativity. Defy has what you need, and what you don't know you need, affording complete freedom in the studio. As an artist, I look for an engineer I can trust will deliver, allowing me to concentrate on the creation process. Robert L. Smith is a defining example of how the engineer/artist relationship should work.

» Tyler Summers «

When I learned that Robert Smith is both an Experienced Gear Head and Musical Visionary, I knew I had to work with him. When I worked with him and learned that he knows exactly how to make a sensitive girl singer relax and sound like a pro? I knew I'd be an IDIOT if I didn't keep comin' back for more.

» Jennifer Haase «

Defy Studio is an oasis of musical calm and excellence. Robert Smith has masterful control over his environment and sets the tone for even the most challenging of projects. I am always confident that my clients will be thrilled with the results.

» Michael Mancini «

Robert Lucky Smith worked tirelessly to mix/master and make sure I was happy with every nanosecond of my CD!!!! He is a dream! –

» Jan Horvath «

During the past several years, I have had the privilege of working with Robert Smith on a number of recording projects, ranging from live string sessions for film to basic Rock tracking, including editing, mixing and pre-mastering a wide variety of releases. Working with Robert has become a critical part of my production process: I have come to rely on his professional demeanor and treatment of my clients and musicians, his unerring sonic intuition, and his efficient and reliable recording chops. No matter what challenges I present, Robert never fails...

» Paul Brill «

I never have to worry about how the project will turn out when I work with Robert Smith. It's a given that everything will sound great. Robert sets up a great vibe and seems to anticipate whatever musical or technical directions you'll need to take to make everything smooth. I have mixed many projects with Robert and they have ALL come out sounding excellent, always beyond expectations. Robert truly applies himself to his craft and keeps getting better and better and better....

» Peter Calo «

Robert has one of the easiest to be in, most professional studio environments available in NYC. Everything sounds amazing, and the drum sounds in particular are outstanding. I always look forward to the opportunity to work with him, because it's easy, fun and the results are always great'.

» Richard Hammond «