In the world of high-end studio recording, transient response, low-noise floor, and pristine phase coherency are the hallmarks of a mastering-grade capture. While ribbon microphones have long been celebrated for their smooth, natural high-end and lifelike depth, they historically suffer from low output levels and sensitivity to long cable runs. […]
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Sony introduce the IER-M500 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Sony introduce the IER-M500. As audio professionals always searching for precise monitoring tools, we were thrilled to see **sony introduce the ier-m500** to the monitoring world. Accurate, reliable, and secure in-ear monitors (IEMs) are the backbone of any great live performance and critical mixing session. Sony’s latest […]
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Korg NTS-4: DIY analogue performance mixer | SM Mastering
Visual context for Korg NTS-4: DIY analogue performance mixer. At SM Mastering, we are constantly tracking hardware innovations that streamline hybrid workflows and simplify live setups, which is why the release of the Korg NTS-4: DIY analogue performance mixer has caught our attention. As the fourth addition to Korg’s innovative […]
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Arturia AstroLab Silver & KeyLab Mk3 Ultra | SM Mastering
Visual context for Arturia AstroLab Silver & KeyLab Mk3 Ultra. The modern electronic music production landscape demands hardware that is both aesthetically inspiring and technically flawless. Arturia has recently shaken up the synthesizer and MIDI controller markets with the release of the arturia astrolab silver & keylab mk3 ultra. These […]
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Audeze launch the Maxwell 2 ANC | SM Mastering
Visual context for Audeze launch the Maxwell 2 ANC. The landscape of mobile monitoring and spatial audio production has shifted dramatically over the past few years. As planar magnetic technology becomes more accessible, professional engineers are looking for tools that combine high-fidelity reproduction with isolation. In this context, we are […]
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Dirty Boy Jr. Series from Warm Audio | SM Mastering
Visual context for Dirty Boy Jr. Series from Warm Audio. The guitar effects landscape has experienced a significant paradigm shift with the release of the dirty boy jr. series from warm audio. Developed in collaboration with boutique pedal designer Danny Gomez (proprietor of Dirty Boy Pedals), this new collection replicates […]
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Origin Effects launch the EQDeluxe | SM Mastering
Visual context for Origin Effects launch the EQDeluxe. The analog hardware market is currently witnessing an exciting shift as origin effects launch the eqdeluxe, a compact stompbox that shrinks a legendary studio classic down to pedalboard dimensions. For years, the iconic Pultec EQP-1A passive equalizer has been the holy grail […]
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KRK introduce the V Series Five | SM Mastering
Visual context for KRK introduce the V Series Five. As professional audio engineers, we are constantly monitoring the evolution of studio hardware to ensure our masters achieve the highest possible translation across all playback systems. In the pursuit of acoustic precision, major manufacturers continually iterate on their flagship designs to […]
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