Abstract: The present disclosure describes a process for clients in the music recording industry seeking to have audio recordings mixed to their specifications. This process involves enabling the client to designate which effects to include in their final audio mix in order to receive a finished audio track that sounds closer to the client's expectations. The client is empowered to specify exactly where audio effects should take place on a track-by-track basis. This process significantly improves the client's chances of receiving an audio mix from an engineer that meets the client's specifications, and helps the engineer create the audio mix right the first time.