Email: nicky@nickyhoward.co.uk
Instagram: @masteredbynicky
Starting as a studio intern in 2005, Nicky has worn many hats, including audio equipment design, international producer/dj, and recording/mix engineer. After focusing on mastering, he has been working from his own facility since 2010. Known for his instinctive low-end feel, he has established himself as a leading authority across a broad range of contemporary genres.
“The art of bass is best taught in the clubs.”
Nicky’s mastering gives clients a vital source of objectivity, it’s about providing a level of trust that their music will be finished with care. His work aims to respect the creative direction of the artist, while still seeking to enhance the listener’s connection to the music.
“You can only hit play for the first time once. Make it count!”
Music isn’t perfect, and that’s what makes it exciting: a finished record is one that’s simply reached its creative peak. Sometimes that’s fast, sometimes it’s a process, Nicky is the rock that keeps everything on time and on track.
“A good guide will highlight something interesting along the way.”
Nicky understands that every project deserves an approach that’s flexible to the client’s needs, from individuals to larger team dynamics. Whether it’s a new kid on the block or a Grammy winner, he always maintains a clear and concise workflow that’s paramount to delivering repeated success.
“If we operate in chaos, chaos is inevitable.”
It’s people who create music and establishing relationships is an underrated part of what’s kept Nicky’s mastering at the forefront for over two decades. That and a serious supply of coffee!
“Hello is the first part of a journey to creating something timeless.”
Career Highlights
2024 - Music Producers Guild Awards
Nicky received a nomination for Mastering Engineer of the Year award by the Music Producers Guild in 2024 following his work on the album “A Conversation” by Grammy-winning artist Rhymefest.
2025 - “Bam Bam” by Misha Miller & Alex Velea
In 2025 Nicky mastered the global hit “Bam Bam” by Misha Miller and Alex Velea which went on to achieve:
No.1 Romanian Radio Charts
No.1 YouTube Music Charts
Over 100 million YouTube views
No.4 Worldwide Shazam R&B Chart
Top 10 Worldwide Shazam Global
Platinum disc certification (Nicky’s 14th)
Best Video Winner at Septimius Awards, Amsterdam
Song of the Year Winner at WIBA, Awards, Cannes
Watch the award winning video here
Listen to some podcasts and interviews with Nicky here: Press