The AES Convention in New York is always a landmark event for music production technology, showcasing tools that redefine how we capture and shape sound. At SM Mastering, we closely follow industry-defining events, and our coverage of the aes 2017: se 2200, v7x & v7 mc1 (video) showcase highlights a […]
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Remember AES 2017: JBL 7 Series powered monitors (Video) | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing hardware innovations that redefine precision in critical listening environments. During our coverage of the **aes 2017: jbl 7 series powered monitors (video)** release, we observed a monumental shift in how active nearfield monitors manage headroom and acoustic directivity. Harman’s launch of the self-powered […]
Read MoreRemember AES 2017: Radial Backtrack (Video) | SM Mastering
Our team at SM Mastering has been analyzing playback redundancy systems, and the aes 2017: radial backtrack (video) showcase highlighted how critical seamless switching is for modern touring acts. Designed by Radial Engineering, this compact stereo audio switcher addresses the nightmare scenario of every playback engineer: a primary backing track […]
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New compact monitor from Wayne Jones Audio | SM Mastering
Visual context for New compact monitor from Wayne Jones Audio. At SM Mastering, we are constantly tracking breakthroughs in reference monitoring technology to ensure our master files translate flawlessly across all playback systems. The arrival of the new compact monitor from wayne jones audio, officially known as the Baby Reds, […]
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ADAM’s T Series gains a larger model | SM Mastering
Visual context for ADAM’s T Series gains a larger model. For home studio owners and semi-professional mixing engineers, achieving accurate low-end monitoring has always been an expensive challenge. Standard 5-inch and 7-inch monitors often roll off just where the critical sub-bass frequencies begin to shape the groove. With the latest […]
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Rode release NT-USB Mini | SM Mastering
Visual context for Rode release NT-USB Mini. As studio environments continue to evolve, the demand for compact, high-quality recording gear has never been higher. Following the official rode release nt-usb mini, desktop creators, podcasters, and mobile musicians finally have a high-performance condenser microphone that fits in the palm of their […]
Read MoreNAMM 2020 — Arturia Keylab Essential 88 | SM Mastering
The annual NAMM show in Anaheim is always a hotbed for groundbreaking music technology, and the launch of the namm 2020 — arturia keylab essential 88 represented a major shift for project studio owners. As mastering engineers and studio professionals at SM Mastering, we understand that a controller’s keyboard action […]
Read MoreNAMM 2020 — AKG Lyra | SM Mastering
The landscape of portable desktop recording has evolved dramatically, forcing manufacturers to design hardware that satisfies both ease-of-use and sonic purity. During our coverage of the trade show season, the namm 2020 — akg lyra launch stood out as a major shift in the USB microphone market. At SM Mastering, […]
Read MoreNAMM 2020 — Sontronics Podcast Pro | SM Mastering
The pro audio landscape underwent a significant shift during the Anaheim convention, where the highly anticipated **namm 2020 — sontronics podcast pro** was first introduced to the public. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we pay close attention to the capture stage, knowing that a pristine vocal recording makes all […]
Read MoreNAMM 2020 — Radial Engineering PZ Pro | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we closely monitor advancements in signal path technology, both for the studio environment and live stage setups. High-quality front-end gear is critical to capturing the organic dynamics of acoustic instruments before they ever reach the mixing console or mastering stage. During our review of new hardware releases, […]
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