High Phi Sound Design

About Me

John Fedirko (the founder of High Phi Sound Design LLC) is a Massachusetts native who graduated from the University of Massachusetts Lowell with a Bachelor's of Music in Sound Recording Technology. After relocating to Los Angeles in 2021, John has found success working at a prominent audio post-production house in Burbank and has worked on countless film and television projects for HBO, Hulu, Disney, Netflix, Paramount, Amazon Studios, and more. Beyond his studio day job, his true passion lies in designing immersive audio for video games and award-winning short films across Los Angeles, including acclaimed projects like The Critics Show.

Studio Space & Services

My home studio is located in the heart of Valley Village. It is fully equipped to host directors and producers for comfortable, collaborative live mixing sessions.

Services

Dialogue Cleanup: Industry-standard restoration utilizing iZotope RX 11 Advanced, Accentize dxRevive, and Supertone Clear.
Custom SFX & Foley: Bespoke sound creation tailored to your narrative.
Live Production Recording: Pristine audio capture on set.
Video Editing: Seamless visual and audio integration.
Deliverables: File asset creation for streaming and DCPs for film festivals.

The Lab: Custom Sound Process

I don't just rely on stock libraries—I build sounds from the ground up to give your project a completely unique sonic identity.

Experimental Instruments: Utilizing guitar and bass as tactile signal generators to craft unnerving, organic textures perfect for sci-fi and horror.
Advanced Synthesis & Processing: Sculpting raw audio into otherworldly elements using the Hydrasynth Explorer and the complete Soundtoys plugin suite.
Custom Hardware: Hand-soldering DIY electronics on perfboards, like the Elektrosluch, to capture hidden electromagnetic fields and unique real-world recordings.