The global music production landscape is constantly evolving, blending academic research with practical, real-world application. In a major development for producers, engineers, and academics alike, the upcoming Crosstown Traffic Conference 2018 is set to host some of the most influential minds in the recording industry. Excitement in the pro-audio community […]
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Spitfire go for more versatile sound with Studio Strings | SM Mastering
Visual context for Spitfire go for more versatile sound with Studio Strings. The modern landscape of film scoring, game composition, and pop music production demands extreme adaptability from virtual instruments. In a significant shift from their traditional ambient offerings, British sample library pioneers Spitfire Audio have unveiled their latest release, […]
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SOS launches Downloadable Full Issue PDF | SM Mastering
Visual context for SOS launches Downloadable Full Issue PDF. As professional audio engineers, staying updated with the latest music technology, mastering techniques, and gear reviews is essential. In an industry that moves at lightning speed, having offline access to highly technical resources is a game changer. For many, the news […]
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iZotope launch flash sale on creative plug-ins | SM Mastering
Visual context for iZotope launch flash sale on creative plug-ins. As digital audio workstations continue to evolve, the demand for distinctive, high-character processing tools has never been greater. Today, we are looking at an exceptional opportunity for sound designers, electronic music producers, and mix engineers as iZotope launch flash sale […]
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Music Expo Nashville: Open Call for pre-submitted tracks! | SM Mastering
Visual context for Music Expo Nashville: Open Call for pre-submitted tracks!. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we constantly emphasize that getting your music in front of the right ears is just as crucial as the final polish on your master bus. In the highly competitive world of music production, […]
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Audient offer UK students 20% off interfaces | SM Mastering
Visual context for Audient offer UK students 20% off interfaces. As professional mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we often get asked by aspiring producers and audio engineering students about the best hardware investments to make early in their careers. High-quality conversion and premium microphone preamps are paramount to achieving translatable, […]
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Lauren Deakin Davies joins Pro7ect 2019 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Lauren Deakin Davies joins Pro7ect 2019. The music production landscape is buzzing with the news that Lauren Deakin Davies joins Pro7ect 2019, marking a significant milestone for the collaborative songwriting retreat in Brighton. As mastering engineers, we constantly observe how creative environments shape the final sonics of […]
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Ear Trumpet Labs present stealthy Dark Edwina | SM Mastering
Visual context for Ear Trumpet Labs present stealthy Dark Edwina. The boutique audio market is buzzing with excitement over the latest limited-edition release from Portland-based microphone designers. Known for their unique, hand-crafted aesthetic and feedback-resistant designs, the team has taken their flagship Edwina microphone and given it a rugged, tactical […]
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ROLI & FXpansion launch Cypher2 sound design instrument | SM Mastering
Visual context for ROLI & FXpansion launch Cypher2 sound design instrument. We are witnessing a monumental shift in virtual analog synthesis as roli & fxpansion launch cypher2 sound design instrument, a synthesizer designed for the next generation of expressive electronic musicians. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we analyze software […]
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AES UK Mastering Conference coming Sept 22-23 | SM Mastering
Visual context for AES UK Mastering Conference coming Sept 22-23. As professional engineers at SM Mastering, we always keep our eyes on major industry events that shape the future of our craft, which is why we are highly anticipating the aes uk mastering conference coming sept 22-23. This landmark gathering […]
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