Visual context for Baltica for Cobalt8. At SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for fresh, high-quality sonic palettes that can elevate a mix or master. Modal Electronics has recently delivered an exceptional treat for sound designers and producers alike with their latest release. If you are looking to […]
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Mu:zines turns 5 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Mu:zines turns 5. As we look back at the rich heritage of music technology, it is incredibly exciting to celebrate that mu:zines turns 5. For half a decade, this ambitious music magazine archive project has worked tirelessly to preserve the history of music production, equipment reviews, and […]
Read MoreAcustica launch Sienna | SM Mastering
Visual context for Acustica launch Sienna. The landscape of headphone mixing has evolved dramatically over the last decade, but a recent release has truly shifted the paradigm for professional audio engineers. When the news broke about the official acustica launch sienna, the industry took notice. For years, engineers have struggled […]
Read MoreAbleton Live 11 Beginner’s Guide | SM Mastering
Visual context for Ableton Live 11 Beginner's Guide. Whether you are a bedroom producer or a seasoned mix engineer transitioning to a new DAW, finding a comprehensive ableton live 11 beginner’s guide is essential to fast-track your workflow. Ableton Live has cemented its place as the industry standard for electronic […]
Read MorePeluso revisit the U47 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Peluso revisit the U47. The quest for the legendary vocal sound of the mid-20th century has led many manufacturers to replicate vintage tube microphones. In this technical analysis, we look closely at how Peluso revisit the u47 with their latest solid-state microphone, the P-47 SS. By utilizing […]
Read MoreKonturi samples released | SM Mastering
Visual context for Konturi samples released. The electronic music production landscape has just received a major sonic upgrade with the launch of a boutique sound design label that focuses purely on raw, uncompromised analog signals. Founded earlier this month, Konturi has burst onto the scene with five meticulously curated sample […]
Read MoreSpitfire Originals: Mrs Mills Piano | SM Mastering
Visual context for Spitfire Originals: Mrs Mills Piano. At SM Mastering, we often encounter mixes that require a specific tonal character to cut through dense arrangements without overpowering the low-mid frequencies. One of the most characterful tools available today for achieving this classic, bright, and percussive keyboard texture is the […]
Read MoreSpectrasonics release Moog Tribute Library 2 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Spectrasonics release Moog Tribute Library 2. The electronic music production community has received a monumental update, as spectrasonics release moog tribute library 2. Ten years after the original Bob Moog Tribute Library made its debut, this upgraded edition breathes new life into Spectrasonics’ flagship synthesizer, Omnisphere. Featuring […]
Read MoreRupert Neve 1926-2021 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Rupert Neve 1926-2021. The pro audio world changed forever with the passing of the industry’s most revered analog designer, and honoring the legacy of rupert neve 1926-2021 is essential for understanding modern recording history. As mastering and mix engineers, we continuously interact with the sonic signatures he […]
Read MoreKali Audio unveil IN-5 compact three-way monitor | SM Mastering
Visual context for Kali Audio unveil IN-5 compact three-way monitor. When news broke that kali audio unveil in-5 compact three-way monitor, the professional monitoring community immediately took notice. Following the highly acclaimed release of their debut three-way design, the IN-8, the engineers at Kali Audio have condensed their groundbreaking coincident […]
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