The evolution of classic hardware emulation has taken a monumental step forward with the release of the UAD SDD-3000. In an industry-defining move, we saw ua collaborate with korg for sdd-3000 digital delay plug-in development, delivering a meticulous end-to-end circuit emulation of the legendary 1980s rack unit. Renowned for its […]
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Moog Minitaur v2.2 adds LFO features, hard sync & more | SM Mastering
Visual context for Moog Minitaur v2.2 adds LFO features, hard sync & more. At SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing how firmware updates reshape classic analog hardware. The Moog Minitaur has long been a staple for delivering ground-shaking analog bass. However, the recent firmware update completely redefines its capabilities. Our […]
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iZotope launch flash 75% off sale on Ozone 7 Elements | SM Mastering
Visual context for iZotope launch flash 75% off sale on Ozone 7 Elements. As professional mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for tools that bridge the gap between complex DSP engineering and swift, intuitive workflows. This weekend, a massive opportunity has arrived for bedroom producers […]
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‘Feel the music’ with BeatWare haptic music player | SM Mastering
Visual context for ‘Feel the music’ with BeatWare haptic music player . As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly tracking how consumer listening habits evolve. When UK-based smart TV developers playAlong released BeatWare, it caught our attention immediately. This innovative mobile application turns your smartphone into an interactive tactile […]
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Save on Nektar & Bitwig Summer Season Bundles | SM Mastering
Visual context for Save on Nektar & Bitwig Summer Season Bundles. For professional music producers, sound designers, and mixing engineers looking to optimize their workflow, the right combination of software integration and hardware control is essential. If you have been looking to upgrade your digital audio workstation (DAW) experience while […]
Read MoreUA release four Direct-Developer plug-Ins in UAD v9.3 | SM Mastering
The digital audio landscape continues to evolve, bringing hardware-grade processing closer to the native workstation than ever before. With the latest software update from Universal Audio, the news that ua release four direct-developer plug-ins in uad v9.3 has generated massive excitement among mixing and mastering engineers worldwide. At SM Mastering […]
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Brainworx release bx_console E channel strip | SM Mastering
Visual context for Brainworx release bx_console E channel strip. At SM Mastering, we are constantly evaluating the latest digital signal processing advancements to elevate our mixing and mastering workflows. The transition from physical console hardware to inside-the-box emulation has reached a pinnacle of realism with recent software releases. The industry […]
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Novation Circuit Mono Station available now | SM Mastering
Visual context for Novation Circuit Mono Station available now. The landscape of analog-digital hybrid setups has evolved dramatically over the last decade. Here at SM Mastering, we constantly analyze hardware that bridges the gap between tactile control and studio precision. We are thrilled to delve into this powerful paraphonic synthesizer, […]
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Lower prices announced on Eve Audio monitors in US | SM Mastering
Visual context for Lower prices announced on Eve Audio monitors in US. As mastering engineers, we understand that the monitoring environment is the single most critical component of any production facility. Without accurate reproduction, decisions regarding equalization, dynamic control, and spatial imaging are compromised. With the exciting news regarding the […]
Read MoreCBC producer shares favourite mic & short tutorial videos | SM Mastering
When Canada’s public broadcaster releases new recording tutorials, the audio engineering community listens. Recently, a seasoned SM Mastering Audio Articles contributor analyzed how a cbc producer shares favourite mic & short tutorial videos to help up-and-coming engineers master their tracking workflows without the usual studio fluff. The series, titled “Ron’s […]
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