Visual context for Akai Force updated. The landscape of standalone music production hardware has undergone a massive transformation over the past few years. When Akai Professional first introduced its flagship standalone workstation, it captured the imagination of live performers and studio producers alike. Now, with the latest firmware release, the […]
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DrēmTrigger: electronic drum sounds made easy | SM Mastering
Visual context for DrēmTrigger: electronic drum sounds made easy. As audio engineers and mastering specialists, we constantly seek tools that seamlessly merge the raw, tactile response of acoustic instruments with the infinite soundscapes of digital production. Traditional drum triggering systems have long been plagued by complex cabling, bulky external modules, […]
Read MoreNI launch Komplete 12, Massive X & new controllers | SM Mastering
Visual context for NI launch Komplete 12, Massive X & new controllers. The music technology landscape has shifted significantly with the official announcement from Berlin, as the highly anticipated ni launch komplete 12, massive x & new controllers officially hits the market. Native Instruments has once again redefined the modern […]
Read MoreSummer NAMM 18: Dasz Instruments Alex | SM Mastering
The landscape of live electronic music performance is undergoing a major paradigm shift, moving away from computer screens and back toward tactile, dedicated hardware. During our latest industry analysis of live production innovations, the emergence of the summer namm 18: dasz instruments alex system represents a massive leap forward for […]
Read MoreTheresyn is a theremin and a synth | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we constantly search for unique sound sources that push the boundaries of modern music production. The contemporary electronic music landscape is filled with digital clones and classic subtractive recreations, but occasionally, an instrument arrives that completely redefines physical interaction with sound. The theresyn is a theremin and […]
Read MoreArturia announce RackBrutes | SM Mastering
Visual context for Arturia announce RackBrutes. As the modular synthesizer market continues to expand, the latest news that arturia announce rackbrutes has sent ripples of excitement through the electronic music community. For years, entering the world of Eurorack was hindered by the steep cost and logistical headaches of finding reliable […]
Read MoreOndomo is revitalising a 90-year-old electronic instrument | SM Mastering
Visual context for Ondomo is revitalising a 90-year-old electronic instrument. The music production world is experiencing a fascinating renaissance where vintage analog concepts are being redesigned for modern workflows. In the landscape of modern synthesis, the release of the Ondomo demonstrates how ondomo is revitalising a 90-year-old electronic instrument for today’s […]
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