Visual context for AJH Synth Envelope and Tap Tempo LFO modules. Welcome back to the SM Mastering blog, where we dive deep into the technical nuances of modern production hardware and signal processing. When integrating modular gear into a professional mix or sound design session, precision modulation is everything. UK-based […]
Read MoreWelcome to the latest hardware breakdown from the engineering desk at SM Mastering Audio Articles. Every year, conventions bring paradigm-shifting gear to the forefront of electronic music production. Among the most anticipated announcements, **superbooth 2022 – buchla tiptop** stood out as a monumental collaboration, bringing legendary West Coast synthesis architecture […]
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Visual context for ADDAC331 Ultra Floor Control. Modular synthesizer rigs are undeniably powerful, yet they often present hands-on limitations during live performances or complex studio tracking sessions. When both hands are busy patching cables, tweaking cutoff filters, and managing sequences, introducing foot control changes everything. At SM Mastering, we constantly […]
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Visual context for New Eurorack VCF/VCA module from Erica Synths. When evaluating modern hardware synthesisers for professional mixing and sound design, few releases generate as much excitement as the **new eurorack vcf/vca module from erica synths**. Known for their uncompromising build quality and aggressive sonic signatures, the Latvian developers have […]
Read MoreAs mastering engineers, we continuously analyze how analog hardware shapes transients, adds harmonic warmth, and influences the stereo field. The Eurorack format has evolved from a sound-design novelty into a powerful studio tool for modern music production. At SM Mastering, we often receive stems tracked through various modular setups, where […]
Read MoreThe Eurorack modular synthesizer market has witnessed incredible innovations over the past decade, with boutique brands continuously pushing the boundaries of analog and digital sound generation. Among these digital-analog hybrid trailblazers, Rebel Technology has consistently delivered highly flexible modules that merge computational power with pure, raw audio manipulation. A prime […]
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Visual context for 1010music update bitbox Eurorack sampler. The Eurorack modular landscape is evolving rapidly, and the newly announced 1010music update bitbox eurorack sampler highlights this shift. West Coast synthesis innovators 1010music have unveiled the bitbox Mk2, a substantial upgrade to their highly regarded Eurorack-format sampler. Designed to meet the […]
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Visual context for New Eurorack drum module from Erica Synths. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware developments that shape the sonic landscape of modern electronic music production. The modular synthesis world has just received an exciting update with the release of the Pico Drum 2. This highly compact, highly […]
Read MoreThe Eurorack landscape changed significantly during the spring of 2019. At SM Mastering, we constantly monitor how hardware developments influence modern music production and mastering workflows. The modular synthesis world experienced a major leap forward with the announcement of the erica synths – new modules – superbooth 2019 collection, which […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we are constantly tracking how hardware innovations reshape modern music production and performance workflows. During our retrospective analysis of landmark synthesizer exhibitions, the presentations by Bastl Instruments at Superbooth always stand out as prime examples of creative engineering. In this technical overview, we examine the highly anticipated […]
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