The modular synthesizer ecosystem is buzzing with excitement following the news that ajh synth debut 3 new modules at synthfest uk. Known for their meticulous attention to detail and pristine analog signal paths, British manufacturer AJH Synth has once again delivered a suite of tools designed to elevate the sonic […]
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iZotope release Ozone 8 and Neutron 2 | SM Mastering
Visual context for iZotope release Ozone 8 and Neutron 2. The modern audio production landscape demands not only top-tier acoustic spaces but also intelligent digital tools that can translate an artistic vision into a commercial-grade sonic masterpiece. Here at SM Mastering, we constantly evaluate software that bridges the gap between mixing […]
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Royer Labs announce $499 ribbon mic | SM Mastering
Visual context for Royer Labs announce $499 ribbon mic. The professional audio community has been buzzing with excitement since news broke that Royer Labs announce $499 ribbon mic. For decades, Royer Labs has been the gold standard in ribbon microphone technology, with their legendary R-121 becoming a permanent fixture in […]
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Electronic drum pioneers Simmons reveal SD550 kit | SM Mastering
Visual context for Electronic drum pioneers Simmons reveal SD550 kit. As the electronic drum pioneers simmons reveal sd550 kit, the music production community is buzzing with anticipation over what this budget-friendly, mesh-head kit means for modern home studios. Simmons has long been a household name in electronic percussion, shaping the […]
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iZotope announce Spire Studio portable recorder | SM Mastering
Visual context for iZotope announce Spire Studio portable recorder. As mixing and mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we pay close attention to mobile hardware developments that empower artists to capture their best performances. This week, we saw izotope announce spire studio portable recorder, a move that represents the legendary software […]
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Coldcut announce European shows & tease FX hardware release | SM Mastering
Visual context for Coldcut announce European shows & tease FX hardware release. As the electronic music community reacts to the news that coldcut announce european shows & tease fx hardware release, we at SM Mastering are incredibly excited to analyze the technical implications of this legendary duo’s return. Ninja Tune […]
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Maschine Mk3 & Komplete Kontrol S Mk2s revealed | SM Mastering
Visual context for Maschine Mk3 & Komplete Kontrol S Mk2s revealed. The modern hybrid music production landscape has taken a monumental leap forward. Here at SM Mastering, we constantly analyze how hardware integrations affect both creative workflow and the final audio master. The industry-wide buzz is fully justified now that […]
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Josephson now shipping C725 hybrid tube mic | SM Mastering
Visual context for Josephson now shipping C725 hybrid tube mic. The pro audio world has been buzzing with anticipation, and we are thrilled to discuss a monumental release in transducer technology. After more than five years of rigorous development and intensive real-world testing with critical recording engineers across Europe and […]
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Modartt release Pianoteq 6 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Modartt release Pianoteq 6. As professional mastering and mixing engineers, we are constantly on the lookout for virtual instruments that bridge the gap between digital convenience and organic acoustic reality. The announcement that modartt release pianoteq 6 represents a major milestone in the evolution of virtual pianos. […]
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Roland reveal D-05 Linear Synthesizer | SM Mastering
Visual context for Roland reveal D-05 Linear Synthesizer. When retro digital synthesis meets modern compact engineering, the results are often spectacular. The synthesizer community celebrated globally when the news of the roland reveal d-05 linear synthesizer first broke. Representing a faithful rebirth of the iconic 1987 Roland D-50, this compact […]
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