As audio engineers and mastering professionals, we are constantly on the lookout for hardware that bridges the gap between pristine sonic fidelity and modern workflow efficiency. When visiting the convention floor, one of the standout showcases was presented by Universal Audio‘s industry peers at Audient. The announcements made during SM […]
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IK Multimedia iRig Pro Quattro I/O field recorder/mixer | SM Mastering
Visual context for IK Multimedia iRig Pro Quattro I/O field recorder/mixer. When it comes to capturing pristine audio in challenging mobile environments, modern engineers need gear that bridges the gap between field portability and studio-grade fidelity. Here at SM Mastering Audio Articles, we frequently test hardware designed to streamline mobile […]
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Antelope Audio Discrete 4 Pro SC interface | SM Mastering
Visual context for Antelope Audio Discrete 4 Pro SC interface. When looking to upgrade your studio’s front-end conversion and DSP capabilities, finding a unit that bridges pristine analog warmth with modern digital flexibility is essential. Here at SM Mastering Audio Articles, we frequently evaluate hardware that shapes the modern professional […]
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Antelope update Discrete audio interface series | SM Mastering
Visual context for Antelope update Discrete audio interface series. When it comes to high-end digital audio conversion and hardware-accelerated processing, Antelope Audio has consistently pushed the envelope for professional music production environments. Recently, the engineering team rolled out a major hardware and software overhaul, making the antelope update discrete audio […]
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NAMM 2021: Black Lion Audio release their first ever interface | SM Mastering
Visual context for NAMM 2021: Black Lion Audio release their first ever interface. The professional recording landscape experienced a massive paradigm shift during the virtual events of namm 2021: black lion audio release their first ever interface, the Revolution 2×2. For over a decade, boutique gear modders and audio engineers […]
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NAMM 2021: Bus-powered Zen Go interface from Antelope | SM Mastering
Visual context for NAMM 2021: Bus-powered Zen Go interface from Antelope. As mastering and mixing engineers, we are constantly on the lookout for compact hardware that doesn’t compromise on audio quality. During the virtual gear exhibitions of early 2021, one particular release caught our eye for its incredible promise of […]
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Audient overhaul their interfaces | SM Mastering
Visual context for Audient overhaul their interfaces. As professional mastering engineers, we constantly monitor hardware upgrades that can elevate the monitoring and recording chain of project studios. Recently, British console and preamp giants have made waves in the industry; indeed, when audient overhaul their interfaces, the entire production community takes […]
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EXCLUSIVE REVIEW: Avid’s Pro Tools | Carbon | SM Mastering
Visual context for EXCLUSIVE REVIEW: Avid's Pro Tools | Carbon. At SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing the boundary-pushing hardware shaping modern music production. In this exclusive review: avid’s pro tools | carbon, we dive deep into how this hybrid audio interface transforms studio workflows by combining native CPU power […]
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Tascam announce US-HR range of interfaces | SM Mastering
Visual context for Tascam announce US-HR range of interfaces. For home studio owners worldwide, the news that Tascam announce US-HR range of interfaces has sparked incredible interest in the budget hardware market. Designed specifically for mobile musicians, podcasters, streamers, and home studio enthusiasts, this new lineup builds upon the legacy […]
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SSL expand interface software bundle | SM Mastering
Visual context for SSL expand interface software bundle. In the modern project studio, getting that polished, radio-ready sound relies heavily on the quality of your processing tools. Solid State Logic (SSL) has raised the bar once again by enhancing their already impressive desktop audio interfaces with a massive software upgrade. […]
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