Visual context for Reason Europa synth now out as VST/AU. The digital audio landscape is undergoing a massive shift as legendary software developer Propellerhead Software breaks its long-standing tradition of platform exclusivity. For years, Reason’s flagship devices were locked tightly within its proprietary ecosystem. That era has officially ended, with […]
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Visual context for Rupert Neve Designs announce 545 Primary Source Enhancer. It is an exciting time for live sound engineers and studio purists alike as rupert neve designs announce 545 primary source enhancer, a 500-Series module destined to redefine feedback management. Derived from the acclaimed 2-channel Portico 5045, which is […]
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Visual context for Prophet X uses filter from new audio chip makers. The release of Dave Smith Instruments’ flagship hybrid synthesizer marked a massive milestone in modern electronic instrument design. As professional mastering engineers, we constantly analyze the physical hardware components that define an instrument’s iconic sonic signature. The synth […]
Read MoreWhen Black Corporation unveiled their latest analog masterpiece, the synthesizer community stood still. Unveiled during the iconic European trade show, the **superbooth 2018: black corporation kijimi** announcement immediately captured the attention of mastering engineers and sound designers alike. Inspired by the extremely rare and legendary French synthesizer, the RSF Polykobol, […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for hardware that redefines portability and sound quality. The announcement and reveal of the superbooth 2018: ik multimedia uno synth marked a significant shift in the portable analog synthesizer market. As IK Multimedia’s first foray into the hardware synthesizer world, this […]
Read MoreThe electronic music production landscape shifted significantly when the **superbooth 2018: polyend/dreadbox medusa** collaboration was first introduced to the public. Combining the raw, uncompromising analog warmth of Greek synthesizer pioneers Dreadbox with the innovative, forward-thinking digital sequencing expertise of Poland’s Polyend, this hybrid machine stands out as a landmark instrument. […]
Read MoreFor guitarists and bassists, stepping into the realm of modular synthesis can often feel like navigating an overwhelming maze of patch cables, complex menu diving, and unfamiliar control voltage standards. This steep barrier to entry is precisely what the audio pioneers at Sonicsmith set out to shatter at this year’s […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we constantly search for unique sound sources that push the boundaries of modern music production. The contemporary electronic music landscape is filled with digital clones and classic subtractive recreations, but occasionally, an instrument arrives that completely redefines physical interaction with sound. The theresyn is a theremin and […]
Read MoreAs synth enthusiasts and mastering engineers gather around the latest hardware innovations, the announcement that modor show new filters at superbooth has generated massive waves in the Eurorack community. Modor Music, widely known for their highly innovative NF-1 synthesizer, has decided to port its acclaimed formant filter into a dedicated […]
Read MoreIn the rapidly evolving landscape of analog audio hardware, the **finegear display modular mixerblocks** represent a paradigm shift for project studios and mastering houses alike. Traditionally, modularity in mixing consoles was a luxury reserved exclusively for high-end, large-format desks costing tens of thousands of dollars. Finegear has disrupted this status […]
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