Rob Kornweiss
Sound Engineer
My path to engineering started with a Sony Discman (D-242CK) and a pair of headphones. Growing up, I was rarely without my CD player, obsessed with records across a variety of genres (Pop, Rock, R&B, Rap, Cinematic, Jock Jams, you name it). Years of piano playing led me to the Clavinova, which sparked my interest in composing and inspired years of late-night production sessions. After earning a Professional Certificate from Berklee College of Music, I found my way into the NYC studio scene. I now work as a freelance engineer, often at Precision Sound Studios, but also at clients’ preferred sites and in my home studio.
My approach to audio is centered on capturing the feeling of being in the room with the performer. I prefer a clean, honest sound that honors the moment the art was made and highlights the organic energy that inspired the creation in the first place.
I’ve had the opportunity to develop this approach while assisting on sessions for incredible musicians, including Ron Carter, Oz Noy, Erika Dohi, Liz Callaway, Rich Mercurio, Conrad Korsch, and Clifford Carter.
My focus on clarity carries over into my work in post-production for films, documentaries, audiobooks, and ad spots. I’ve been trusted to record talent such as Billie Jean King, Andrew Ross Sorkin, and Ms. Rachel and have assisted recordings of Jerry Seinfeld and Anne Hathaway.
If you have a project in the works, feel free to reach out. I’d love to hear what you’re building.
Reviews
“Rob is fantastic to work with - his level of attention to detail, his prompt, clear, and open communication, and passion for music radiate in his work. His mixes and masters are detailed, full, balanced, and energetic. He has impressive listening skills and relays a confidence that inspires me to keep making music.” — Brandon
“I've been really happy with Rob's mixes. He has a tasteful and discriminating ear across genres and is very open to suggestions while providing helpful input of his own. I’m looking forward to him mixing and mastering the rest of my album.” — Anuraag
“Working with Rob has been super easy. He's been mastering my tracks and really helps get them across the finish line and ready for release. The quality is solid, and I can tell he puts care into the final product. Definitely planning to keep working with him going forward.” — Yes Kovtaz
"Rob is extremely professional, fun to work with, and reliably delivers what you need with a clear timeline. He edited my commercial voiceover reel, and it honestly sounded like I was listening to real ads. His creative ear was spot on, and from payment to product, his system is streamlined and clear." — Amanda
“Rob was an absolute lifesaver on my recent project. He is incredibly timely and collaborative, making the entire process a breeze. He delivered the finished audio back to me immediately, allowing me to post it with great success.” — Risa
“Working with Rob was nothing but a dream. He was extremely adept in his sound engineering. He listened to what we wanted, and he shared his ideas to help us attain that. His mastering made our recording truly capture our live sound and spirit. We will definitely work with him on any future projects.” — Sara
