Visual context for New Nektar Panorama T-Series offer deep DAW & plug-in control. In the evolving landscape of hybrid music production, finding a tactile interface that successfully merges physical hardware with complex software instruments remains a primary goal for producers. Traditional MIDI controllers often require tedious manual mapping or provide […]
Read MoreThe professional recording landscape is shifting rapidly, demanding both high-end sonic character and modular flexibility. At SM Mastering, we constantly monitor hardware innovations that can elevate the tracking and mixing stages before files ever reach our mastering chain. This search led us to investigate one of the most exciting announcements […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we are constantly on the lookout for hardware that elevates the sonic character of our clients’ masters. During our coverage of the Nashville event, the buzz surrounding the summer namm 18: sontronics mercury ve caught our immediate attention. Designed by the visionary Trevor Coley of Sontronics, this […]
Read MoreWhen it comes to maintaining an ultra-quiet, high-fidelity signal path in both live and studio environments, clean power is non-negotiable. At the landmark industry event, the **summer namm 2018: eventide powermax** was officially introduced, changing the way musicians and audio engineers structure their pedalboard power distribution. By collaborating with the […]
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Visual context for Sound Devices expand MixPre M-Series with 3M and 6M models. Inspiration strikes when you least expect it. You run to your computer, boot it up, load your DAW, click through various screens, and create a new session just to record your million-dollar idea. The only problem is […]
Read MoreFor guitarists and bassists, stepping into the realm of modular synthesis can often feel like navigating an overwhelming maze of patch cables, complex menu diving, and unfamiliar control voltage standards. This steep barrier to entry is precisely what the audio pioneers at Sonicsmith set out to shatter at this year’s […]
Read MoreIn the rapidly evolving landscape of analog audio hardware, the **finegear display modular mixerblocks** represent a paradigm shift for project studios and mastering houses alike. Traditionally, modularity in mixing consoles was a luxury reserved exclusively for high-end, large-format desks costing tens of thousands of dollars. Finegear has disrupted this status […]
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Visual context for Modal announce sub-$300 SKULPT polysynth. Recently, the synthesiser world stood still as we saw the **modal announce sub-$300 skulpt polysynth** development, a groundbreaking move by British synth makers Modal Electronics. From our perspective here at SM Mastering, when a hardware manufacturer introduces a highly affordable, portable instrument […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we are constantly on the lookout for hardware that seamlessly bridges the gap between legendary analog warmth and modern digital convenience. When Bettermaker built their stellar reputation with remote-controlled analog processors, they redefined the modern studio workflow. Following the massive success of their Mastering Limiter—lauded by top […]
Read MoreIn 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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