The electronic music production landscape has been set ablaze by a paradigm-shifting announcement. With the publication of the video: exodus digital launch valkyrie hardware synth, synthesists and sound designers are getting their first real look at an instrument that promises to redefine virtual analogue (VA) synthesis. Designed by Manuel Caballero […]
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IK Multimedia iRig Stomp I/O – Musikmesse 2018 (Video) | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we closely monitor how live performance gear integrates into modern, high-end studio environments. When IK Multimedia showcased their flagship USB pedalboard controller, it generated significant industry buzz. If you watched the original coverage of the ik multimedia irig stomp i/o – musikmesse 2018 (video), you likely realized […]
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Steinberg team up with Rupert Neve Designs for two new audio interfaces | SM Mastering
Visual context for Steinberg team up with Rupert Neve Designs for two new audio interfaces. At SM Mastering, we always keep our fingers on the pulse of professional hardware innovations. Recently, the pro audio community was buzzing when the Steinberg team up with Rupert Neve Designs for two new audio […]
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Blue launch Custom Shop with Bottle Limited Edition | SM Mastering
Visual context for Blue launch Custom Shop with Bottle Limited Edition. The high-end recording industry is buzzing with the news that the blue launch custom shop with bottle limited edition has officially arrived, bringing a new level of aesthetic customization and elite craftsmanship to the world of tube condenser microphones. […]
Read MoreMesse 2018: Nord Piano 4 | SM Mastering
The global music technology industry turned its eyes to Frankfurt this week, and the unveiling at messe 2018: nord piano 4 marks a significant milestone for performing pianists and studio engineers alike. As mastering engineers who meticulously analyze transience, dynamic range, and frequency balance, we immediately recognize when a manufacturer […]
Read MoreRetractable cable stagebox is mesmerising | SM Mastering
In the fast-paced world of live sound production, finding a solution that speeds up load-out times while protecting expensive XLR runs is a game-changer; indeed, seeing a retractable cable stagebox is mesmerising for any gigging engineer. Wrapping up heavy stage snakes and hunting down missing XLR cables at 2 AM […]
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Messe 2018: Elysia Skulpter 500 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Messe 2018: Elysia Skulpter 500. In the evolving landscape of professional audio recording, the quest for the ultimate front-end signal path remains a top priority for engineers and producers. During our coverage of the Frankfurt music trade show, the groundbreaking release of the messe 2018: elysia skulpter […]
Read MoreMesse 2018: RME Digiface AVB & Dante | SM Mastering
The transition of professional recording environments to networked audio protocols has been one of the most significant architectural shifts in modern studio history. When we look back at the profound impact of the messe 2018: rme digiface avb & dante announcement, it becomes clear that RME anticipated the industry’s need […]
Read MoreMesse 2018: Casio CT-X series | SM Mastering
As mastering engineers, we are constantly analyzing how different sound sources translate across diverse playback systems. During our retrospective analysis of landmark synthesizer and keyboard releases, one particular lineup stands out for democratizing high-fidelity acoustic emulation in the portable arranger market. Revealed at the Musikmesse trade show, the messe 2018: […]
Read MoreMesse 2018: Burg M1 | SM Mastering
The pro audio landscape is constantly evolving, yet certain milestone events introduce gear that captures the immediate attention of engineers worldwide. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor these developments to ensure our clients receive the highest fidelity. One such standout moment occurred at the Frankfurt Musikmesse, where Burg Audio unveiled […]
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