Visual context for PreSonus release MicroStation BT. The modern hybrid studio requires seamless switching, precise level control, and versatile input routing. In this technical analysis, we look closely at how the presonus release microstation bt addresses these demands for project studios and mastering suites alike. As monitor management becomes increasingly […]
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Spitfire Symphony Orchestra goes Pro | SM Mastering
Visual context for Spitfire Symphony Orchestra goes Pro. The orchestral sample landscape has changed forever with the latest announcement that the spitfire symphony orchestra goes pro. Spitfire Audio’s legendary flagship library, painstakingly captured in the world-renowned Hall at AIR Lyndhurst, has received a massive professional expansion. Comprising Woodwind, Strings, and […]
Read MoreFocusrite acquire Sequential | SM Mastering
Visual context for Focusrite acquire Sequential. The global music production landscape has experienced a monumental shift with the official announcement that British audio giant Focusrite PLC has completed the acquisition of Sequential, the legendary synthesizer pioneer founded by Dave Smith. The news that focusrite acquire sequential has sparked widespread excitement […]
Read MoreM-Audio update Oxygen range | SM Mastering
Visual context for M-Audio update Oxygen range. As mastering engineers, we constantly monitor how tactile hardware influences the creative phase of music production. A seamless workflow in the tracking stage translates directly to a better mix down the line, which ultimately makes the mastering process much more rewarding. Following the […]
Read MoreBaby Audio release Smooth Operator | SM Mastering
Visual context for Baby Audio release Smooth Operator. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for tools that streamline our workflow while preserving organic musicality. The recent baby audio release smooth operator has caught the attention of the global audio community, presenting an innovative take […]
Read MoreLearn to mix with Mike Senior | SM Mastering
Visual context for Learn to mix with Mike Senior. For over fifteen years, modern music producers and recording engineers have relied on the technical wisdom of one of the industry’s most respected educators. Through his legendary “Mix Rescue” columns in Sound on Sound magazine, his seminal book *Mixing Secrets for […]
Read MoreGet help from the pros with MuSOS | SM Mastering
Visual context for Get help from the pros with MuSOS. In the high-stakes world of professional audio production, studio downtime is the ultimate enemy. Whether you are dealing with a complex MIDI routing issue in a live rig or trying to configure a glitchy digital audio workstation (DAW) during a […]
Read MoreClavia announce Nord Piano 5 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Clavia announce Nord Piano 5. It is always an exciting day in the pro-audio world when Clavia announce Nord Piano 5, representing the next step in the evolution of professional stage and studio keyboards. As mastering engineers, we look at new instruments not just as performance tools, […]
Read MoreMixing Pop Music | SM Mastering
Visual context for Mixing Pop Music. Pop music demands absolute perfection. It is a genre defined by crystal-clear vocals, massive low-ends, and a sparkling top-end that translates flawlessly across everything from mono smartphone speakers to massive club PAs. When it comes to mixing pop music, audio engineers must balance technical […]
Read MoreMoog Sound Studio kit unveiled | SM Mastering
Visual context for Moog Sound Studio kit unveiled. The electronic music production landscape has just received an incredibly exciting addition, as the moog sound studio kit unveiled represents a massive leap forward for both aspiring synthesis enthusiasts and seasoned studio professionals. By packaging their iconic semi-modular synthesizers into all-in-one educational […]
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