Visual context for Overbridge 2 now available for Elektron boxes. With the announcement that overbridge 2 now available for elektron boxes, hybrid studio setups have received a massive performance upgrade. Elektron users have long anticipated this update, which bridges the gap between hardware tactile control and DAW-based precision. At SM […]
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Visual context for IK Multimedia ARC reaches v3. As professional mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we understand that room acoustics are the single greatest variable affecting your mix and mastering decisions. Achieving a flat, reliable frequency response in home and project studios has historically been an uphill battle. This is […]
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Visual context for ConnectionOpen: “Skype for pro audio”. As remote collaboration becomes the standard for modern music production, engineers and artists alike require tools that deliver uncompressed, bit-perfect sound in real-time. In the past, traditional video conferencing platforms fell short due to heavy data compression and jitter. Enter a specialized […]
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Visual context for Apple offer extended Logic Pro X trial. As professional audio engineers, we are constantly evaluating the tools that shape our sonic landscapes. Recently, the music production community received exciting news regarding one of the industry’s leading digital audio workstations (DAWs). For the first time in its history, […]
Read MoreIn the evolving landscape of live music production, finding a plugin host that balances rock-solid stability with near-zero latency has historically been a significant challenge for performing artists. Traditional DAWs, while excellent for studio multitrack recording, are often bloated and prone to system crashes under the high-pressure demands of the […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for tools that redefine how music production, sound design, and mastering interact. When the industry gathered in Anaheim, the unveiling of bitwig studio 3 – namm 2019 marked a monumental shift in modular digital audio workstation (DAW) design. Introducing “The Grid”, […]
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Visual context for Travis & Fripp music apps. In the evolving landscape of generative music and interactive audio, collaborations between pioneering musicians often yield groundbreaking tools for sound designers and ambient enthusiasts alike. One such remarkable release is the suite of travis & fripp music apps. Developed by Peter Chilvers—renowned […]
Read MoreThe landscape of music production shifted significantly when Avid introduced its new communication and administration ecosystem. The launch of avid link – namm 2019 marked a transition toward integrated, cloud-centric user management and social networking within the Pro Tools environment. As mastering engineers, we continuously monitor how these administrative hubs […]
Read MoreThe audio industry shifted dramatically during the winter of 2019, when Avid introduced a collaborative revolution for Pro Tools users. Originally announced as a complete overhaul of the old Avid Application Manager, the debut of avid link – namm 2019 marked a strategic step toward unifying creators, engineers, and producers […]
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Visual context for Spitfire Audio launch their first choir library. The professional scoring world has long revered Spitfire Audio for their industry-defining orchestral strings, brass, and woodwinds recorded at the legendary AIR Studios. However, one glaring omission has lingered in their catalog for years: a dedicated vocal ensemble. The wait […]
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