At SM Mastering, we closely monitor industry milestones that shape the sonic landscape, and the aes 2017: coleman audio ca500eq (video) presentation remains a landmark moment for mastering engineers seeking pristine analog tone shaping. When Glenn Coleman introduced this four-band stereo equalizer at the Audio Engineering Society convention in New […]
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Remember AES 2017: Eventide H9000 (Video) | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we closely follow industry-defining announcements, and our coverage of the aes 2017: eventide h9000 (video) launch highlights one of the most powerful digital audio advancements of the decade. The rackmount processor market has long been dominated by legendary legacy units, but Eventide’s introduction of their flagship H9000 […]
Read MoreRemember AES 2017: Lewitt LCT540 Subzero (Video) | SM Mastering
The quest for the ultimate signal-to-noise ratio in modern recording has led to some incredible engineering breakthroughs over the years. During our coverage of aes 2017: lewitt lct540 subzero (video), we witnessed a massive paradigm shift in capsule and circuit design. Austrian microphone manufacturer Lewitt showcased their flagship single-pattern large-diaphragm […]
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AMS Neve release 1073 OPX | SM Mastering
Visual context for AMS Neve release 1073 OPX. As mastering and mixing engineers, we are constantly on the lookout for hardware that respects the rich heritage of analog warmth while seamlessly integrating into the modern, digital studio environment. This year marks the historic 50th anniversary of the legendary 1073 microphone […]
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McDSP announce APB-8 & Moo X mixer | SM Mastering
Visual context for McDSP announce APB-8 & Moo X mixer. As professional mastering engineers, we are always on the lookout for innovative tools that successfully bridge the gap between digital convenience and true analog warmth. Today, we are thrilled to discuss a major update in the pro audio industry as […]
Read MoreNAMM 2020 — Ex Machina Soundworks Pulsar & Quasar | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we are constantly tracking advancements in acoustic engineering to ensure our mastering chain remains world-class. One of the most significant milestones in recent monitoring history was the groundbreaking showcase at namm 2020 — ex machina soundworks pulsar & quasar. This event marked the official debut of a […]
Read MoreNAMM 2020 — Radial Engineering Hotshot 48V | SM Mastering
Live performances require seamless transitions and reliable communication channels between artists and technical crews. During the landmark events of namm 2020 — radial engineering hotshot 48v made its official debut, solving a long-standing issue for live sound engineers who use high-quality condenser microphones on stage. The introduction of the namm […]
Read MoreNAMM 2020 — Radial Engineering HDI | SM Mastering
In the pursuit of pristine signal chains and rich analog warmth, the direct box (DI) has traditionally been relegated to a utilitarian role. However, when Radial Engineering unveiled their flagship studio direct box, it fundamentally changed the paradigm of DI design. Originally introduced during the **namm 2020 — radial engineering […]
Read MoreNAMM 2020 — AMS Model RMX 16 | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for hardware advancements that bridge the gap between golden-era character and modern digital workflow efficiency. One of the most talked-about events in recent pro-audio history was the legendary relaunch announced at namm 2020 — ams model rmx 16. For decades, the […]
Read MoreHeritage Audio Successor – NAMM 2019 | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware innovations that can elevate our hybrid mastering chain, and the announcement of the heritage audio successor – namm 2019 immediately caught our attention. As mastering engineers, we are always seeking tools that provide both cohesive “glue” and rich harmonic character without sacrificing transient […]
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