Seemingly, everybody these days loves a good podcast. From narrative non-fiction to deep-dive talk shows, the format has enjoyed an incredible boom in recent years. What makes podcasting so accessible is that creators can produce high-quality episodes relatively cheaply from home. However, as the market matures, audiences increasingly demand high-definition […]
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Sound Devices MixPre-10M: First look | SM Mastering
Visual context for Sound Devices MixPre-10M: First look. The landscape of portable multitrack recording has evolved dramatically, and Sound Devices remains at the absolute vanguard of this hardware revolution. Welcome to our sound devices mixpre-10m: first look assessment. Known primarily for their indomitable presence in the film, television, and broadcast […]
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Audeze Mobius headphones harness 3D audio tech | SM Mastering
Visual context for Audeze Mobius headphones harness 3D audio tech. As professional mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we constantly analyze groundbreaking monitoring tools that change how we perceive spatial and binaural depth. In recent years, immersive soundscapes have moved from niche formats to mainstream requirements across streaming platforms. The release […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: Mackie launch DI box range | SM Mastering
As professional mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing signal chains. Every component, from the microphone preamplifier to the final analog processing stage, affects the transient response and phase coherence of a master. In 2018, the audio industry witnessed several significant hardware releases. One of the most talked-about […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: ROLI Songmaker Kit | SM Mastering
The landscape of mobile music production underwent a significant shift during the Anaheim convention, where ROLI showcased their latest hardware advancements. As mastering engineers, we continuously evaluate how portable controller setups affect the expressiveness and dynamic range of the tracks delivered to our studio. During our team’s visit to the […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: Rupert Neve Designs unveil RMP-D8 | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we closely monitor every major milestone in audio technology, and few events in recent years have generated as much buzz as when the industry witnessed the namm 2018: rupert neve designs unveil rmp-d8. Known globally for their unmatched analog warmth and studio-defining consoles, Rupert Neve Designs made […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: Allen & Heath SQ-series digital mixers | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we closely monitor live and studio mixing desk developments to see how hardware innovations translate into the recording studio. During the initial industry reveal at the legendary Anaheim convention, the namm 2018: allen & heath sq-series digital mixers emerged as a game-changing solution for both live sound […]
Read MoreNAMM2018: Gamechanger Audio Plasma Pedal | SM Mastering
The professional audio landscape is constantly searching for original ways to manipulate sound waves, yet true innovation remains rare. At SM Mastering, we analyze gear not just for its novelty, but for its genuine sonic utility in a high-end production environment. Every few years, a device emerges that fundamentally shifts […]
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API announce 529 Stereo Compressor | SM Mastering
Visual context for API announce 529 Stereo Compressor . With the official api announce 529 stereo compressor launch, the pro audio community has received one of the most exciting additions to the 500-series format in years. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware innovations that bridge the gap between classic analog […]
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ADAM Audio intro affordable T Series monitors | SM Mastering
Visual context for ADAM Audio intro affordable T Series monitors. As bedroom studios and home-based production suites continue to rise in popularity, the demand for highly accurate monitoring at an accessible price point has never been greater. In our ongoing gear reviews at SM Mastering Audio Articles, we always emphasize […]
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