The quest for seamless ergonomics in the modern recording studio is an ongoing journey. For self-recording artists, the physical act of tracking instruments while managing a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) often leads to disjointed creative workflows and technical frustration. During our coverage of the historic Nashville event, one particular innovation […]
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Waldorf will build the Valkyrie synth and call it Kyra | SM Mastering
Visual context for Waldorf will build the Valkyrie synth and call it Kyra. The synthesizer landscape is experiencing a massive paradigm shift, and the news that waldorf will build the valkyrie synth and call it kyra has ignited intense excitement across the hardware industry. Originally debuted at Musikmesse as the […]
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Output launch Arcade, a playable loop synth | SM Mastering
Visual context for Output launch Arcade, a playable loop synth. The modern digital audio workstation is constantly evolving, requiring production tools that can bridge the gap between static sample curation and active sonic manipulation. With the innovative output launch arcade, a playable loop synth, the boundaries between static sampling and […]
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Registrations for Ableton Loop 2018 now open | SM Mastering
Visual context for Registrations for Ableton Loop 2018 now open. The global electronic music community is buzzing with anticipation as Ableton has officially launched its ticketing portal for its legendary annual summit. We are thrilled to share that registrations for ableton loop 2018 now open, offering music producers, sound designers, […]
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Arturia launch ‘Creation Edition’ DrumBrute and MicroBrute | SM Mastering
Visual context for Arturia launch 'Creation Edition’ DrumBrute and MicroBrute. As analogue synthesis and tactile hardware integration continue to dominate modern electronic music production, the recent arturia launch ‘creation edition’ drumbrute and microbrute has captured the attention of both bedroom producers and professional mastering engineers. From our perspective at SM […]
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Sound Devices expand MixPre M-Series with 3M and 6M models | SM Mastering
Visual context for Sound Devices expand MixPre M-Series with 3M and 6M models. Inspiration strikes when you least expect it. You run to your computer, boot it up, load your DAW, click through various screens, and create a new session just to record your million-dollar idea. The only problem is […]
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D&B producer Etherwood to join B-Side Project | SM Mastering
Visual context for D&B producer Etherwood to join B-Side Project. The global electronic music community is buzzing with the latest development from the UK remix competition landscape. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we closely monitor industry events that shape the future of electronic music production. This is why we […]
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Zynaptiq Intensity makes sounds “sound more like themselves” | SM Mastering
Visual context for Zynaptiq Intensity makes sounds “sound more like themselves”. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly seeking tools that push the boundaries of digital signal processing. Zynaptiq has earned a legendary reputation for creating seemingly impossible DSP solutions, and their innovative plugin, Intensity, is no exception. […]
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July 2018 issue out now | SM Mastering
Visual context for July 2018 issue out now. As mastering engineers, keeping our fingers on the pulse of the latest developments in recording technology, hardware design, and industry-standard workflows is fundamental to delivering top-tier masters. With the july 2018 issue out now of Sound On Sound, the world’s leading publication […]
Read MoreArturia introduce Keylab MkII controllers | SM Mastering
The hybrid studio environment requires seamless tactile integration between hardware and software. At SM Mastering, we constantly evaluate how new hardware affects workflow efficiency and mastering precision. When news broke that arturia introduce keylab mkii controllers, the music production community immediately took notice. These keyboards are not merely a cosmetic […]
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