Visual context for Talkback Limiter from Korneff Audio. The legendary sound of the SSL Listen Mic Compressor has shaped countless records since the 1980s. Originally designed as a utilitarian safety device to prevent loud signals from damaging studio monitors when talkback mics were open, it famously became a production powerhouse […]
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Visual context for Klevgrand unveil Ting. The quest for unique sonic textures is an ongoing journey for music producers and mastering engineers alike. In a market saturated with standard acoustic drum kits and simulated analog drum machines, Swedish software developer Klevgrand has introduced an incredibly fresh approach to rhythm. We […]
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Visual context for Pharlight: new granular synth from Native Instruments. The landscape of professional music production is continuously shifting, demanding newer, more evocative sonic textures. For modern composers, sound designers, and electronic music producers, finding the right balance between organic warmth and futuristic synthesis is an ongoing quest. Native Instruments […]
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Visual context for Eventide Rotary Mod now available. At SM Mastering, we constantly analyze tools that bring classic analog warmth and movement to digital mixes. The legendary Leslie rotating speaker cabinet, originally built to breathe life into Hammond organs, has historically graced iconic tracks by artists like Pink Floyd, The […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we are constantly on the lookout for innovative tools that redefine how we approach dynamic control. During our coverage of the New York convention, the presentation of aes 2017: sound radix powair (video) caught the attention of mastering engineers worldwide due to its dual-stage leveling engine and […]
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Visual context for FabFilter Saturn 2 released. As professional mastering engineers, we are always on the lookout for tools that redefine our sonic landscape. That is why we are incredibly excited to analyze what happened when the fabfilter saturn 2 released update hit the market. While their industry-standard Pro-Q 3 […]
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Visual context for Sonnox summer sale. As mixing and mastering engineers, our sonic signature relies heavily on the precision of our processing tools. When industry-standard software developers drop their prices, the entire audio community takes notice. This season, the highly anticipated sonnox summer sale has officially arrived, offering a massive […]
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Visual context for Beatskillz SampleX models classic samplers. The nostalgic warmth, punch, and grit of vintage digital hardware have become highly sought-after characteristics in modern music production. As second-hand prices for legendary units like the Akai S950 and E-mu SP-1200 skyrocket, producers are increasingly turning to software emulations to capture […]
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Visual context for TapeWrm Audio: classic effects with a dash of distortion. In modern audio mastering and mixing, achieving a unique sonic footprint requires tools that break away from conventional modeling. The emergence of new developers pushing the envelope has led us to evaluate the unique line of processors from […]
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Visual context for SSL Native Essentials Bundle launched. The professional recording industry has received a major shakeup with recent announcements from Oxford’s legendary console manufacturers. In our latest coverage of industry news, the ssl native essentials bundle launched onto the market, promising the iconic sound and workflow of an analogue […]
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