Visual context for PreSonus Studio One 5 unveiled. The digital audio workstation landscape has experienced a monumental shift as presonus studio one 5 unveiled a suite of features that bridge the gap between studio production and live performance. Here at SM Mastering, we analyze how these updates impact the professional […]
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Visual context for Hit'n'Mix Infinity updated to 4.7. With the industry demanding faster and more transparent stem separation, the hit’n’mix infinity updated to 4.7 release stands out as a monumental step forward for audio professionals. This state-of-the-art spectral resynthesis software has evolved rapidly, addressing critical user feedback regarding its user […]
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Visual context for AudioSourceRE update DeMix Pro to v2. The quest to isolate individual elements from a master stereo mix has long been the holy grail of audio engineering. With the arrival of the highly anticipated audiosourcere update demix pro to v2, mastering and restoration engineers are witnessing a massive […]
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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 […]
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