Visual context for Two new dynamic mics from Tascam. The market for affordable, high-quality recording gear has just expanded with the introduction of two new dynamic mics from tascam: the broadcast-ready TM-70 and the handheld TM-82. As audio engineers, we are constantly evaluating how new hardware impacts the recording chain, […]
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Visual context for NAMM 2021: Oktava MK-207. The virtual gear landscape of the early 2020s brought several fascinating hardware announcements, but few captured the attention of studio engineers quite like Oktava’s premium handheld condenser. When we first analyzed the news from namm 2021: oktava mk-207 stood out as one of […]
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Visual context for Telefunken TF11 announced. As professional mastering and mixing engineers at SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware releases that redefine studio workflows and sonic capture. The recent news of the telefunken tf11 announced condenser microphone has generated significant excitement among recording and mixing engineers alike. This phantom-powered, large-diaphragm […]
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Visual context for Aston finalise design of the Element. It is not often that the public gets a direct say in the development of high-end studio gear, but that is exactly what happened when SM Mastering Audio Articles analyzed how the developers at Aston finalise design of the Element. British […]
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Visual context for Aston Black Spirit Bundle announced. With the recent news that the aston black spirit bundle announced has officially hit the market, studio engineers and project studio owners alike are scrambling to get their hands on this exclusive release. Here at SM Mastering, we closely monitor gear releases […]
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Visual context for Miniature shotgun microphone from DPA. When it comes to professional location recording and high-definition broadcast audio, achieving a hyper-focused polar pattern without bulky gear has always been a major challenge. The introduction of the miniature shotgun microphone from dpa (specifically the 4097 CORE Micro Shotgun) solves this […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we constantly analyze high-end hardware to understand how capture-stage fidelity affects the final master. When Audio-Technica expanded their flagship 50 Series, the recording industry took notice. Specifically, the debut of the audio-technica at5047: prolight + sound 2017 was such a monumental event for professional studios worldwide. Building […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for revolutionary studio technology that refines the tracking and mixing process. During the legendary AES convention, Antelope Audio made a massive splash by introducing their custom ecosystem, which we explore in detail in this guide on the aes 2017: antelope discrete […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing hardware innovations that elevate the warmth, depth, and fidelity of modern recordings. During our continuous quest for top-tier vocal and acoustic captures, our team was highly intrigued by the coverage of aes 2017: manley reference silver (video). Originally showcased at the Audio Engineering […]
Read MoreThe quest for the ultimate signal-to-noise ratio in modern recording has led to some incredible engineering breakthroughs over the years. During our coverage of aes 2017: lewitt lct540 subzero (video), we witnessed a massive paradigm shift in capsule and circuit design. Austrian microphone manufacturer Lewitt showcased their flagship single-pattern large-diaphragm […]
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