Frequently asked questions.
The questions I get most often - about music, digital work, process, and booking. Short and direct, same as the rest of the site.
What does Horia Stan do?
Horia Stan is a music producer and sound engineer based in Bucharest, Romania. He produces, records, mixes, and masters songs for artists worldwide. He is also the CEO and owner of Legacies, a software studio building digital products.
What music genres does Horia Stan produce?
Dark pop, alternative, and electronic - with a US and UK production aesthetic. Horia targets the US market as primary and the UK market as secondary, and produces for artists who want a globally competitive sound.
Does Horia Stan work with international artists?
Yes. He works remotely with artists anywhere in the world. Sessions are fully async by default - files and feedback go back and forth until the song is finished.
How long does a song take from start to finish?
On average, 2 to 3 days per song. The exact time depends on the genre, the complexity of the production, and especially on the vocal takes. Rush requests are handled case by case.
How many revision rounds are included?
Two standard revision rounds are included on every project. Additional rounds are available when the work genuinely requires them - revisions are not counted when the feedback is fair.
What services does Horia Stan offer on the music side?
Music production from scratch, recording, mixing, mastering, and full sound engineering. Any of these can be booked individually or as a full package.
What DAW and tools does Horia Stan use?
Logic Pro is the main DAW. Plugins include FabFilter, Waves, Acustica Audio, Native Instruments, Keyscape, and Arcade by Output. The full tool list is available at https://horiamc.com/uses.
Who has Horia Stan worked with?
Notable collaborations include Cristian Porcari (Doare - 3.5M+ YouTube views, Iubita mea - 1.5M+ views), Andreea Bostanica, Ada Petcu, Edward Sanda, Chriss, Dael Damsa, and Denisa Avram. On the label side: The One Records (2023 - present) and Xtra Music (2022 - 2025).
Does Horia Stan take on digital and software projects?
Yes. As the CEO and owner of Legacies, Horia builds digital products using Next.js, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, and a self-hosted infrastructure. He writes the code himself - there is no team layer between the client and the work.
How do I book a session with Horia Stan?
The fastest way is the form at https://horiamc.com/request or a direct email to [email protected]. No templates, no auto-replies - every message gets a direct response.
Where is Horia Stan based?
Bucharest, Romania. He works globally and does not require clients to travel.
Does Horia Stan sign contracts for projects?
Yes, when the project justifies it. For larger productions or software work, a contract is standard. For smaller jobs, everything important is still agreed in writing before work starts.