Mixing prices vary widely online — from budget freelancers to premium studios. What matters is knowing what you are paying for, which tier fits your release, and what changes the total before checkout.
This guide explains how GigTunes structures mixing pricing so you can plan your budget with no surprises.
Short answer: GigTunes mixing starts at €199
Professional mixing at GigTunes starts at €199 (Starter tier) and goes up based on tier, enhancements, and whether you combine services.
| Tier | Starting price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | €199 | Straightforward songs, fewer stems, 1 revision |
| Studio | €299 | Most releases — more stems, 2 revisions, fuller mix work |
| Pro | €499 | Complex sessions, priority handling, 3 revisions |
These are starting prices for mixing only. Your exact total appears in the order builder before you pay.
See live numbers on our pricing page or build your order.
What is included in the price?
Every mixing tier includes:
- A real engineer working in a professional workflow (not an automated preset chain)
- Revision rounds built into the tier (1, 2 or 3 depending on level)
- Stereo mix delivery ready for mastering or release prep
- Communication through your GigTunes project workspace
Higher tiers typically include:
- More stem capacity (e.g. up to 20 vs 50+ tracks)
- Deeper automation, effects and mix-bus treatment
- Faster queue priority on Pro
You always see what is included when you pick a tier in the order flow.
What affects your final mixing cost?
Your total is not random. These factors matter most:
1. Tier (Starter, Studio, Pro)
The tier is the biggest price driver. Choose based on:
- Track complexity — few stems vs a large session
- How many revisions you want included
- How critical the release is (single, EP, label project)
If you are unsure, Studio is the most common choice for serious releases.
2. Number of services
Mixing is often one part of the path:
| Service | Starting from |
|---|---|
| Mixing | €199 |
| Mastering | €69 |
| Vocal production | €49 |
| Track editing | €39 |
Bundles can reduce the total versus booking separately — for example Mixing + Mastering together or the full Release Package.
3. Enhancements
Optional enhancements update your total instantly in checkout. Common examples:
- Stem cleanup & alignment — we prepare messy exports before mixing
- Extra revision round — more rounds of focused tweaks
- Extra stems — beyond your tier’s stem limit
- Express / priority delivery — faster turnaround when deadlines are tight
You only pay for what you select.
4. Express delivery
Standard turnaround is included in each tier. If you need 48h or 24h priority, express options add a clear fee on top — shown before payment.
Delivery timing only starts in earnest once your project is paid and files are received, as with any professional studio.
Mixing only vs mixing + mastering
Mixing alone (from €199) is right when you already have mastering covered elsewhere or you are handing off to a label.
Mixing + mastering is the most common path for independent releases:
- We balance and shape your stems into a strong stereo mix
- We master that mix for loudness, clarity and streaming platforms
Booking both together can be more efficient than separate engineers — and bundles may include a discount. Compare options on Mixing + Mastering.
Not sure which stage you need? Read Mixing vs Mastering.
How GigTunes pricing is different from “cheap mixing”
Very low online prices often mean:
- One-size-fits-all templates
- No real revision process
- Little or no communication
- No clear delivery timeline
GigTunes pricing reflects:
- Transparent totals before checkout
- Revision rounds included per tier
- Enhancements you choose yourself
- A studio portal for files, messages and delivery
You are paying for a release-ready workflow, not just a file back in 24 hours with no context.
Hidden costs to avoid (anywhere)
Wherever you book mixing, watch for:
- Revision limits not stated upfront
- Stem limits with expensive per-track fees
- “Mastering included” that is really a limiter on the mix bus
- Rush fees added after you already paid
On GigTunes, revisions, stem limits per tier, and enhancements are visible in the order builder.
How to get your exact price in 60 seconds
- Go to Start your order
- Select Mixing (and mastering or other services if needed)
- Pick your tier
- Add any enhancements or express options
- Review the full total before payment
No invoice surprises. You can also browse pricing for starting points per service.
Tips to spend wisely
- Export stems properly — bad files can cost extra time; see How to prepare stems for mixing
- Pick the right tier once — upgrading mid-project is slower than starting at Studio if the song is dense
- Use references — clear direction can reduce back-and-forth in revisions
- Book mixing + mastering together if you want one team through the full chain
Is mixing worth the investment?
If you are releasing music publicly — Spotify, Apple Music, video, sync — a professional mix usually pays off in:
- Clearer vocals and instruments
- Better low-end translation
- More confidence when promoting the track
A weak mix often costs more in lost momentum than the price of doing it right once.
Next steps
Ready for a number that matches your song?
- Build your order — see your exact price
- View pricing — compare services and tiers
- Prepare your stems — before you upload