Visual context for Mackie launch new live speakers at NAMM. The professional audio industry is buzzing following the major product announcement where we saw mackie launch new live speakers at namm. As live sound demands increase in complexity, both touring professionals and studio engineers seeking high-performance reference systems are looking […]
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Visual context for Plectronica – Bill Nelson at 70. As audio mastering engineers, we are constantly analyzing how legendary artists transition their intricate studio soundscapes onto the live stage. Bill Nelson, a pioneer of art-rock, synth-pop, and ambient guitar styling, has spent over four decades pushing the boundaries of home […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we closely monitor advancements in DSP-assisted mixing and mastering technology. During our coverage of the latest industry conventions, we witnessed the exciting announcement where waves launch soundgrid mobile server at aes (video) to solve portability challenges for engineers on the move. As local CPU resources become increasingly […]
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Visual context for Audio-Technica ship new wireless systems. Navigating the increasingly crowded UHF spectrum has become one of the greatest challenges for live sound engineers and broadcast professionals. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware evolutions that impact signal integrity from the stage to the studio. In a major move […]
Read MoreThe landscape of professional live sound reinforcement shifted dramatically with the monumental release of the messe 2018: avid s6l expansion. Avid’s highly acclaimed Venue S6L range of live-sound mixing consoles received a comprehensive series of updates that redefined the capabilities of modern front-of-house and monitor engineers. Crucially, these updates didn’t […]
Read MoreThe music industry experienced a major shift when cable-free instrument technology finally reached peak reliability. The introduction of the **summer namm 18: boss wl wireless system** promised to liberate guitarists, bassists, and other instrumentalists from the physical tethers of traditional copper cables. At SM Mastering, we look closely at how […]
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Visual context for DPA & Lectrosonics present Mic Masterclass. The evolution of modern sound reinforcement and recording relies heavily on the critical interface where acoustic energy meets electrical signal. When industry giants co-host educational events, audio professionals gain access to invaluable field knowledge. Specifically, the collaborative seminar where dpa & […]
Read MoreIn the fast-paced world of live sound production, finding a solution that speeds up load-out times while protecting expensive XLR runs is a game-changer; indeed, seeing a retractable cable stagebox is mesmerising for any gigging engineer. Wrapping up heavy stage snakes and hunting down missing XLR cables at 2 AM […]
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Visual context for Solomon design dedicated cajon pickup – Summer NAMM. Capturing the organic, woody punch of a cajon has historically presented a unique set of challenges for both live sound engineers and studio producers. Standard microphone setups often suffer from phase cancellation, bleed from surrounding instruments, and devastating low-frequency […]
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Visual context for Connected PA-compatible Dbx DI and AKG mic out now. The landscape of live sound reinforcement and studio integration is experiencing a significant shift toward smart automation and unified ecosystems. Harman Professional has continually pushed boundaries by consolidating legendary brands under their umbrella, creating unified hardware solutions that […]
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