Ahmed Mahmoud is a professional audio engineer and producer with a career spanning recording studios, international tours, and major film projects. His work is built on a deep musical foundation, having grown up immersed in classical music and later honing his craft as a performing and recording artist signed to Epic Records.
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Selected Highlights & Experience
Touring & Major Label Artist:
Performed as a guitarist with Bamboo Shoots on Conan O'Brien and on national tours after winning MTVu's "Best Band on Campus."
Recorded at the professional level with producers like Jerry Harrison(Talking Heads) and Eric Thorngren(Bob Marley, Eurythmics).
Audio Post-Production Lead:
Serves as Director of Sound for Soundbooth Theater, overseeing mixing, mastering, and sound design for audiobooks, including Audible bestsellers.
Film Scoring & Sound Design:
Composed and engineered scores for award-winning short films (Fred's Little Voice), features (The Other Man), and commercial work for clients like CityMD and Summer Search.
Educator:
Shared expertise as an Adjunct Instructor in the Audio Technology Program at SAE Institute NYC.
Live Event Production:
Managed front-of-house and monitoring for major events at venues like The Liberty Theatre and First Presbyterian Church of Brooklyn.
Ahmed is certified in Pro Tools and Dante Level 3, and is proficient in a vast array of industry-standard software and hardware. He brings this unique blend of artistic sensibility and technical precision to every project, ensuring a final product that is both creatively inspired and impeccably crafted.
My Gear
The Studio / Toolkit
My studio is designed for one purpose: to capture exceptional performances and translate them into pristine audio. While gear is a tool, my expertise lies in using it to serve your music. Housed in a dedicated space, the setup is built around a core of professional-grade equipment that guarantees reliability and top-tier sound quality.
The Core Signal Path:
I record through a Universal Audio Apollo Quad interface, ensuring classic analog warmth meets modern digital precision. The studio is equipped with a comprehensive collection of microphones and instruments to accommodate a wide range of sessions.
The Digital Arsenal:
My production toolkit is extensive, featuring the complete collections of UAD, Sound Toys, FabFilter, and iZotope. For editing and mixing, I am Pro Tools Certified and highly proficient in Logic Pro X and Ableton Live. This vast array of plugins and virtual instruments means we have every sonic possibility at our fingertips—from surgical editing and vintage emulation to cutting-edge sound design.
The Bottom Line:
The most important gear is a tuned ear and a creative partnership. My setup is proven, professional, and ready to bring your project to life.
Contact
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