“I have enjoyed working with Steven several times – he always does a great job and goes the extra mile to make sure that the client is happy with the work. I would recommend him to anyone”
–Randel Kartchner
“Steven is incredibly talented and has that magical mix of engineering savvy and musical intuition. He has been the engineer on every recording I produced with the FiddleSticks label, and I’d never go to anyone else!”
–Katie Davis Henderson
“Steve is an excellent recording engineer who brings out the best in a musician. I’ve recorded many times with Steve and highly recommend him. He’s personable, he knows his stuff, and he’ll make you sound your best.”
–Barry Hansen
“Steve was amazingly patient with this baby boomer grandma as I created a podcast talk show. He painstakingly explained the process, doing the technical end of support and teaching me and my co-host how to download programs and edit and do all the “tricky” parts. We were good at talking – Steve worked with us to make the whole product professional and marketable.”
–Deborah Anne White
“Every now and then one is fortunate to work with a tech guy who is so much more than hands on expertise! Steven is so easy to work with, approachable and accommodating. When I email him even with the smallest request or challenge, his response is always one of helpfulness and genuineness. We met through TheWINonline.com and consider him not only a service provider – but a true friend. Steven will never let a client down. He’s just one of those rare ‘techies’ who really cares.”
–Bonnie Ross-Parker
“Steve is a GREAT person to work with. I have never met anyone who was more loyal or worked harder. He has a true passion for his work and it shows in the things he creates. He is amazing with follow-up and deadlines and has an incredible work ethic. He’s also a wonderful person and a pleasure to be around. The very definition of a “team player” though he works just as well on his own. I cannot recommend Steve enough both as an employee and just as a person.”
–Farah Stephens
“I have worked with Steven on the Show Host Support Team. Steven gives over and above 100% of his time and effort. He does what needs to be done, no matter what. As a team member, working with him was a delight. I highly recommend him and would be glad to work with him again”
–Anne-Louise Sterry
“I have been fortunate to work with Steve for the past 3 years at The WIN. Steve is a kind, generous person with a passion for what he does. He doesn’t “work”, he lives his work and his level of talent and professionalism can’t be met. I hope to work with Steve for many years to come!”
–Erin Richey
“Steven has always gone the extra mile in providing exceptional service to me as the sound engineer for my Marital Intimacy Show podcasts at The WIN. He has painstakingly provided written materials to make the audio aspects of the show easier for all show hosts. He has also willingly walked me through various processes to help me create an exceptional show for my audience. He is a pleasure to work with and the kind of guy that you know you’ll get the answers and the help you need!”
–Laura M. Brotherson
“I have hired Steven Lerud as a Music Engineer many times and he is great to work with, an expert in his field, creative and honest. He puts your project on high priority and is very reliable to do what he says he will do.”
–Patti Miner
“Steven is not only brilliant and gifted at what he does – all things sound and video – but he’s also one of the most generous, hard working, and personable people I know. Everything he does is of an exceptional standard, and done with the care and passion of a real professional who lives and breathes his art.I highly recommend his work to all!”
–Rachel Flower
“Steve is an exceptional sound engineer. He listens to your needs and gets you the results you’re looking for, from recording to mastering. I speak from experience. Here’s how my list of sound engineers reads: “Steven Lerud.”
–Randy Rowley
“While working on my CD project with Steve, I discovered that he not only has great knowledge and capability in the recording field, but is also quick, professional and very easy to work with. It was a real pleasure working with him!”
–Michele Wood Baer
“I am happy to write this short recommendation for Steve Lerud. Even though I was only asked to choose three attributes that describe Steve, I would have chosen all of the attributes to describe him. I continue to use him as a recording engineer and am confident that the project will always turn out beyond my expectations.”
–Merrilee Webb
“Steve is skilled and provides the product needed when needed and a friendly and professional manner. I highly recommend Steve for any audio or video production work.”
–Hugh Ballou
“Steven knows his stuff!!! He has a deep understanding of his chosen expertise and has a talent for understanding an individual’s needs so that he can then embellish upon your message as a speaker or performer. He is committed to excellence which makes all of shine brighter.”
–Edie Raether
“Steven is wonderful to do business with. I have been consistently impressed with the quality of his work and the final outcome of the recordings I have produced in his Studio. His expertise in the use of his equipment and software has saved me time and money through the various stages of my projects, and I have always been pleased with the final product. I continue to use Steven’s services, and highly recommend his work.”
–Charlotte Ducos
“I have worked with Steven on more projects than I can recall. He is very knowledgeable, intuitive and very good to work with, especially when I’ve got a tight deadline to meet.”
–Thor Call
“Steve Lerud is one of the very best at what he does. He is a top notch studio engineer, audio tech and producer. I have been at Steve’s studio many times over the years and his work is superlative. It’s no surprise to me that people will travel all the way from California just to be able to work with Steve. He is the consummate professional and makes every studio session most productive and enjoyable. I always look forward to working with Steve. He turns out GREAT product.”
–Dana Robinson
“Steve did a beautiful job on my album! He worked quickly, efficiently and was extremely instrumental in bringing my sheet music to the listening ear. I appreciate how he thought of every little thing and because of his expertise with the programs, was key in producing a professionally sounding album. His knowledge of music and his fine tuned ear were what brought Greg Hansen’s arrangements of my songs and my melodies to life. Steve has also recorded several demos for me and has been extremely quick and reasonably priced in doing so. In my opinion, Steve is an expert in the field of sound engineering and runs a very top notch, professional studio.”
–Sara Lyn Baril
“I would hire Steven again. He did an excellent job in every way.”
–Linda Kay Burk
“Steve is a professional and delivers a product at a very fair price. Most importantly, he is a friend that takes personal care of his clients.”
–Marvin Goldstein
“Steve and I have worked together on several projects. He does great work, at a great price and is a great guy. It that enough GREATS–no. There could not be to many. He has my highest recommendation.”
–Jerry Craven
“Steven has been always willing to help me with technical issues – he was quick to respond and never lost patience – had a great sense of humour and a great sense of customer service. Steven never made me feel silly for asking questions that were too naive or simplistic. I really appreciated the care I received in the way he handled all my questions and concerns.”
–Sally Mabelle
“I consider Steve to be a “go to guy”. If you need resources for audio production, then you want to consult Steve. You name it, he can do it. He introduced me and others associated with the Women’s Information Network to a plethora of resources. Thanks Steve!”
–Dr. Glenda Clare
“On time, knows his equipment, good to work with personally, and helps each client get the sound they’re after. Glad to recommend.”
–Steven Perry
“Steve is as kind and accessible as a human being as he is gifted and highly skilled as a producer/engineer!”
–Cori Connors
“Steven Lerud has an amazing grasp of audio and video technology. He is wonderful to work with, has an excellent studio for creating quality audio and video productions and is a man of creativity and integrity. His attention to detail is superb. I found him to be a patient, compassionate teacher as I worked with him on in- studio recordings and as he coached me in uploading recordings as a show host and other projects. His finished product is amazing and his standards are high. I would work with him again in a heartbeat and I highly recommend him for his skill, professionalism and personal qualities.”
–Annette Stanwick
“Steven has rescued me numerous times with targeted technical information and know how. I have found Steven to be a well informed, skilled, and honest man; always willing to share his knowledge and abilities to my benefit and the benefit of my online radio show listeners. My association with Steven has been very positive.”
–Vicki Winterton
“Steven’s technical knowledge and understanding surpasses the ordinary. Solutions driven with a personal interest in each client and partner, Steven is strongly recommended. His presence at the WIN Network helped all through with any and every technical issue. Wish you the best Steven! Best Regards Abha M Banerjee India’s First Woman Motivational Speaker of international acclaim WIN Show Host.”
–Abha Maryada Banerjee
“Steve was very helpful in recording our CD demo tracks. We were very pleased with the end product. I highly recommend Steve.”
–Randy Rubio
“It has been my pleasure to have worked with Steve on many different projects. He is great to work with and is always very accommodating and detail oriented.”
–Randy Porter
“Steven helped me on several occasions to ensure my broadcasts were uploaded correctly and always answered my questions politely and promptly. Steven has a great personality and supports the members of the Women’s Information Network Online with professionalism and courtesy. He is the man in the back that solves the problems”
–Roberta Budvietas
“Steven is a detail-oriented individual who takes on every project with a smile. His focus, sincere desire to help, and ability to provide a customer-friendly solution is top-notch. Steven has a patient, professional dedication to his work that I highly value and I consider it an honour and a privilege to work with Steven.”
–Donna Dahl
“Steven is a consummate pro! Not only is he an outstanding sound engineer, but he was smart and patient teaching me a brand new recording program. Because of Steven, I can now produce and record my own motivating programs.”
–Carol Grace Anderson