Visual context for Rycote expand PCS range. The world of professional audio acquisition demands speed, reliability, and absolute stability. For years, British manufacturer Rycote has been the gold standard for shockmounts and windshield accessories, trusted by location sound recordists and studio engineers worldwide. With their latest product announcements, the industry […]
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Visual context for Gainlab Audio launch with two studio racks. As mastering engineers, we are constantly on the lookout for hardware that bridges the gap between vintage warmth and modern precision. The recent gainlab audio launch with two studio racks has generated significant buzz in our Budapest-allied production circles. Emerging […]
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Visual context for 64audio Nio in-ear monitors announced. The high-end monitoring landscape has just received a major upgrade now that the 64audio nio in-ear monitors announced details have been officially released. As mastering and mixing engineers, we understand the critical role that precise acoustic reproduction plays in our daily workflows. […]
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Visual context for Heritage Audio launch BritStrip. The professional recording and mastering industry is buzzing with excitement as Madrid-based outboard manufacturer Heritage Audio announces their latest flagship hardware unit. This release represents a major milestone for analog recording enthusiasts and hybrid studios alike. With the official heritage audio launch britstrip […]
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Visual context for Gibson acquire Mesa/Boogie. The music gear industry recently experienced a historic shift when iconic guitar manufacturer Gibson Brands announced their official acquisition of Mesa/Boogie, one of the most respected names in boutique high-gain amplification. This joining of forces marks a monumental moment for both guitarists and studio […]
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Visual context for Audient overhaul their interfaces. As professional mastering engineers, we constantly monitor hardware upgrades that can elevate the monitoring and recording chain of project studios. Recently, British console and preamp giants have made waves in the industry; indeed, when audient overhaul their interfaces, the entire production community takes […]
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Visual context for Imperative Audio launch Portable Vocal Booth. At SM Mastering, we constantly monitor the industry for groundbreaking hardware designed to solve the age-old problem of poor room acoustics. Our studio engineers recently analyzed the buzz surrounding the British manufacturer’s debut, specifically how the imperative audio launch portable vocal […]
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Visual context for New portable subwoofer from Yorkville. The landscape of portable live sound is evolving rapidly, and the latest release from Canadian PA specialists Yorkville Sound is a testament to this shift. Here at SM Mastering, we analyze audio hardware from both studio monitoring and live sound perspectives to […]
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Visual context for Bruce Swedien: 1934 – 2020. The global audio engineering community recently paused to reflect on the monumental legacy of a true pioneer, bruce swedien: 1934 – 2020. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we often look to the history of recording techniques to refine our modern processes. […]
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Visual context for Affordable MPE from ROLI. The landscape of hardware synthesizers and controllers has shifted dramatically over the past decade. For years, MIDI Polyphonic Expression (MPE) was locked behind a premium price barrier, available only on high-end boutique controllers. However, the introduction of an affordable mpe from roli has […]
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