Visual context for Talkback Limiter from Korneff Audio. The legendary sound of the SSL Listen Mic Compressor has shaped countless records since the 1980s. Originally designed as a utilitarian safety device to prevent loud signals from damaging studio monitors when talkback mics were open, it famously became a production powerhouse […]
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Visual context for Eventide CrushStation: overdrive plug-in for desktop & mobile. In modern audio production, achieving the perfect harmonic balance requires tools that can seamlessly transition from subtle, warm analog coloration to absolute sonic destruction. Here at SM Mastering, we constantly test new tools to see how they fit into […]
Read MoreIn the rapidly evolving landscape of analog audio hardware, the **finegear display modular mixerblocks** represent a paradigm shift for project studios and mastering houses alike. Traditionally, modularity in mixing consoles was a luxury reserved exclusively for high-end, large-format desks costing tens of thousands of dollars. Finegear has disrupted this status […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we constantly evaluate processing tools that redefine the workflow of modern audio engineers. One such milestone occurred when Waves Audio collaborated with Grammy-winning mixer Andrew Scheps (known for his stellar work with Adele, Jay-Z, and Metallica) to launch a cohesive, multi-functional mixing tool. This landmark release, announced […]
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Visual context for Overloud release Sculptube. At SM Mastering, we are constantly evaluating new DSP tools that can add genuine analog warmth and depth to digital mixes. The recent overloud release sculptube represents a significant leap forward in native tube emulation technology. As the latest addition to Overloud’s acclaimed Gems […]
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Visual context for Waves F6 is a surgical dynamic EQ for only $29. In modern audio production, having absolute control over your frequency spectrum is the difference between a muddy, cluttered mix and a pristine master. At SM Mastering, we constantly evaluate tools that offer professional-grade precision without breaking the studio […]
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Visual context for Multiply 2: Free plug-in from Acon Digital. In the realm of modern music production and mastering, finding high-quality spatial processors that do not degrade the phase coherence of a mix is a continuous challenge. Here at SM Mastering, we are thrilled to review the multiply 2: free […]
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Visual context for Waves release Atlas Reverb. The industry is abuzz as Waves release Atlas Reverb, their brand-new flagship algorithmic reverb plugin designed to bring vintage warmth and modern flexibility to digital audio workstations. Unlike traditional static convolution engines, this plugin strives to bring dynamic life back into digital spaces. […]
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