Liquid Studios is a recording studio owned by Daniel Thabet. Creating a raw and intense sound, conta Lou S. Liquid studios rules! Joey B. He takes no short cuts.
Daniel has been a guitarist for over 20 years, playing in several metal bands before deciding to become a full-time engineer. He has produced, recorded, mixed, and mastered heavy music throughout the United States and abroad. Daniel currently works alongside engineers Johnny Sohl and Marcus Lam. Creating a raw and intense sound, contact Liquid Studios to take your music to the next level! Services
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Recording
Editing
Mixing
Mastering
Testimonials:
Trevor Antonides (CEO of DGRecords) http://www.dgrecords.net
We’ve begun working with Liquid Studios this year, and the results have been astounding! The professionalism and accuracy make them our first choice for recording. Brendan B (Iscariot) https://www.facebook.com/iscariotli
Working with Dan from Liquid Studios was by far one of the best recording experiences I’ve had. My band was recording some demos solely for personal use, but Dan still took extra time and care to mix our songs, and they honestly came out much better than anything I’ve recorded before… And costed way less, too. You can tell Dan is a metal guy at heart, as he definitely knows what a metal band should sound like, and the overall mix certainly reflects that. My drums sounded great, as did the vocal and killer tone out of the guitars. To top it off, he’s patient, super easy to work with, AND he even brings his studio to you! If you’re a metal band looking for awesome recording for an awesome price, then I can’t think of anyone better. (Buried December) https://www.facebook.com/burieddecemberband
Recording with Dan from liquid studios was an easy and fun process. We knew right away we wanted to work with him because of the affordable price of recording, mixing, and mastering, but also his ability to make the music he works on sound so damn good. Also, the fact that he comes to YOU makes everything so much easier. https://soundcloud.com/joey-bazzano
I have been a musician since I was 14 years old. I grew up with music played in my house daily, long parties, weekends etc. I think I've come by the majority of attitudes and personalities that could be pleasant or acquired tastes. That being said Liquid Studios(LS) impressed me first and foremost with business etiquette and attitude. Secondly with approachability, not once did LS make me feel as if I were being a hassle. Third is the final product. LS put out some good remasters of my original recordings. LS brought a breath of fresh air and as LS put it "polished it up so people could see it shine." CUSTOMER SERVICE: 10/10
PRODUCT: 10/10
OVERALL: 10/10
There are few mortals whose wise words are taken into heavy consideration in the BANES ears. Dan Thabet is one of those mortals. A man dedicated to his craft to perfection. A man who strives to get the absolute best out of you and by the old gods and the new he will get your absolute best. You will sound better, meaner then you ever thought you could. Your riffs will soar, your drums will penetrate, your words will ring out for generations. Liquid studios is the only studio in all of the nine realms that could contain the tales of Dragons Bane. Lord Thabet is quickly rising and shattering expectations. He is history in the making. Now tell us, don't you want to be a part of that? From the wise words of DRAGONS BANE, Earth Realm 2014
Bryan (Carve Your Niche) https://www.facebook.com/CarveYourNiche
Working with Dan at liquid studios was a blast! He really took his time and put a lot of effort into every aspect of our recording. This really got us excited because we knew it was going to sound great right away. He was really flexible with scheduling as well and that took a lot of strain off of our hectic lives. It was an honor working with him, and we are happy to call him our friend now. Anthony (NQA) https://www.facebook.com/nqalongislandny
Working with liquid studios has been awesome. Dan was a pleasure to work with because no matter what he cares about the art you create. He doesn't let anything hold him back to get the best sound out of what you are doing. He sits and slaves over the art you slaved to create. From now on I know where to go when I need that final opinion on how my songs should sound and he's a huge help in the end process . Liquid studios is the place you definitely want to go for price and quality! Contact us today and we can discuss how Liquid Studios can take your song to the next level!!! Samples of our work can be heard at our Soundcloud page. https://soundcloud.com/liquid-studios
🎸🔥 I tested 3 FREE amp sims for metal… and one of them DESTROYED the others.
Same riff. Same DI. Same IR. Zero post-processing.
Just raw tone.
And I didn’t reveal which was which until the end. 👀
Wanna hear the results?
👉 New video is live now.
Listen to all 3 tones, comment your pick, then see if you agree with my ranking.
Which one sounded the most professional to you—Tone 1, Tone 2, or Tone 3?
⚡️ Link in bio
⚡️ Full breakdown on YouTube
⚡️ All three plugins are 100% free
Let’s see who’s got the best ear. 😈🤘
12/01/2025
🔥 NEW EPISODE IS LIVE 🔥
I’m breaking down my exact metal vocal processing chain — the same 9-plugin chain I use on both screams AND cleans in modern metalcore mixes.
No gatekeeping. No fluff.
Just a step-by-step walkthrough you can literally copy onto your own vocals.
Here’s what I cover:
⚡ My SSL settings for shaping tone
⚡ The 1176 → LA-2A compression combo
⚡ Using Decapitator the right way for aggression
⚡ Cleaning harshness with Soothe
⚡ Tape saturation for glue
⚡ My delay + reverb setup for massive, wide clean choruses
⚡ How I automate effects so vocals stay upfront
If you want your screams to punch through the wall of guitars — and your clean choruses to feel huge without getting muddy — this episode is going to help you a LOT.
🎧 Watch/listen now — link in bio!
11/24/2025
🔥 New Episode Is Live! 🔥
If you’ve ever wondered how to get that aggressive, punchy, crystal-clear sound that makes a metal mix feel massive… this one is for you.
In this week’s episode, I’m breaking down the exact 6-step mix bus chain I use on every professional metal mix.
No fluff. No vague “trust your ears” advice.
Just the real hardware, plugins, settings, and philosophy I rely on to make mixes hit you in the chest.
Here’s what I cover 👇
• Why top-down mixing instantly makes your mix more cohesive
• The software tools I use to clean up harshness + muddiness
• The analog EQ moves that add aggression + clarity
• How I use saturation and transformers to create “expensive” vibe
• The compressor settings that give you that modern punch
• How to get competitive loudness without destroying your mix
If you want your metal mixes to sound bigger, tighter, and more professional, you don’t want to miss this one.
🎧 WATCH/LISTEN NOW — link in bio
11/17/2025
🎧 NEW EPISODE OUT NOW: “How To Edit Metal Drums In Reaper”
Your drum recordings might sound solid…
…but if they’re not edited right, your entire mix will fall apart.
In this week’s episode of Riff to Radio, I’m breaking down my complete drum editing process inside of Reaper — the same workflow I use on every metal record I mix.
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Fix phase issues between mics
✅ Remove bleed using plugins like DeBleed or Silencer
✅ Quantize drums to the grid (without killing the feel)
✅ Create MIDI for kick and snare to prep for sample reinforcement
If you want your drums to sound tight, powerful, and mix-ready — this one’s for you.
🎧 Watch or listen now — link in bio.
Stay Metal 🤘
11/11/2025
Coalbreed just dropped the new single “Severing Ties”. I had the pleasure of mixing/mastering this one. Check out the song and the band🤘🤘
11/10/2025
🎧 New Episode Out Now: Why Your Metal Drum Recordings Sound Amateur (And How To Fix It)
Let’s be real — nothing kills the impact of a heavy track faster than weak, flat drums.
You spend hours tuning, miking, and recording…
But when you hit playback, they sound lifeless.
The good news? It’s completely fixable.
In this episode, I break down 5 reasons your drum recordings sound amateur — and how to fix each one so your drums finally sound massive, powerful, and professional.
You’ll learn:
🥁 Why your room is the biggest instrument you own
🎚️ How to tune and mic your kit like a pro
🎤 The secret to avoiding phase issues that destroy punch
🏠 Why room mics are the missing ingredient to a huge sound
⚡ And how to lock in a tight, consistent performance every time
If your drum recordings sound small or lifeless, this episode will completely change how you record.
🎧 Watch or listen now — link in bio!
11/03/2025
You’ve got killer riffs and great gear…
but when you hit record, your tone turns to mush. 😩
In my new Riff to Radio episode, I’m breaking down 5 simple recording mistakes that are killing your guitar tone — and how to fix them so your tracks actually sound huge.
If your guitar recordings keep coming out flat, harsh, or lifeless, this one’s for you.
🎧 Watch now — link in bio
💀 Here’s what we cover:
⚙️ Why your strings might be killing your tone
🎚️ The tuning habit every pro uses
🔇 How to kill unwanted noise and mud
🔥 Why less gain = heavier sound
🎸 The secret to tight, pro-level takes
Don’t let bad habits ruin great riffs. Fix your tone today.
👇 Tag a guitarist who needs to hear this.
10/27/2025
🎛️ Ever finish a mix and think…
“Why does this sound so flat and lifeless?” 😤
You’re not alone.
In this week’s Riff to Radio episode, I’m breaking down why your metal mixes sound flat—and how to fix them so they actually hit hard.
We’ll cover 👇
⚡ The real reason your mixes turn to mud
⚡ How to avoid the “pancake effect” from over-compression
⚡ Simple tricks to make your mix sound 3D
⚡ The one thing no plugin can fix (but pros never skip)
If you’ve been chasing that huge, powerful sound but keep ending up with a wall of mush…
This episode’s your roadmap out. 🤘
🎧 Watch or listen now — link in bio!
10/25/2025
🎉 100,000 VIEWS! 🎉
In just 6 months since launching the channel, I’ve officially crossed 100k views on YouTube 🤘
Huge thanks to everyone who’s watched, liked, commented, and shared the videos — this community of metal musicians keeps me fired up to keep creating and pushing out more content every week.
If you haven’t jumped in yet, check out the channel — tons more coming your way. 🔥
10/23/2025
Check out the new single “Conflicted Realities” from Anas Abid Official FanPage for fans of progressive heavy music
Mixed/masteted right here at Liquid Studios
Guitars/Drums Programming: Anas Ibn Malek AbidAdditional Sounds/Synths: Anas Ibn Malek AbidRecorded at: AIM Prod Studios (France)Mixing & Mastering : Liquid ...
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Daniel has been a guitarist for over 20 years, playing in several metal bands before deciding to become a full-time engineer. He has produced, recorded, mixed, and mastered heavy music throughout the United States and abroad. Daniel currently works alongside engineers Johnny Sohl and Marcus Lam, and recently teamed up with acclaimed mastering engineer Alan Douches (Converge, Dillinger Escape Plan, Every Time I Die, The Black Dahlia Murder, Brand New, etc). Creating a raw and intense sound, contact Liquid Studios to take your music to the next level!
Services:
Recording
Editing
Mixing
Mastering
"We recently did a recording with Liquid Studios and not only did the final product exceed our expectations, the service that was provided by Dan and Johnny was second to none. We were very happy with Liquid Studios and will definitely work with them again, and would recommend them to anyone."
-Luke S. Drummer for Bayview Suspect
"We used Liquid Studios for the mixing and mastering of The Noctambulant album "Advocatus Diaboli". They worked with us and our needs to achieve the vision that we saw for their album. Liquid Studios surpassed all of our needs and exceeded them beautifully. They have earned our repeat business."
-Trevor A. CEO of DGRecords
"I have used Liquid Studios for mixing, mastering, and drum sampling for more than 3 albums. After my first listen of a free test mix, I was convinced to work with them. It is always a pleasure to work with someone who is passionate about his work, feels the needs of his client and tries his best to get to the focal point. I highly recommend Liquid Studios for all your studio needs. Daniel and Johnny work passionately to achieve your vision, all with extremely fair rates!"
