Visual context for Acustica Audio release Pink2 plug-in collection. With the recent announcement, the acustica audio release pink2 plug-in collection represents a major milestone for mixing and mastering engineers seeking authentic analog flavor inside the box. Based on Acustica Audio’s sophisticated proprietary technology, this brand-new flagship processing suite offers unprecedented […]
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Cakewalk Sonar lives! | SM Mastering
Visual context for Cakewalk Sonar lives!. The audio community was shocked in late 2017 when Gibson announced the discontinuation of Cakewalk. However, the subsequent acquisition by BandLab Technologies breathed new life into this legendary digital audio workstation (DAW). For years, Windows-based producers feared the end of an era, but today […]
Read MoreImogen Heap to receive MPG Inspiration Award | SM Mastering
Visual context for Imogen Heap to receive MPG Inspiration Award . The music production landscape is constantly shifting, driven by pioneers who redefine how we create, capture, and manipulate sound. At SM Mastering, we closely follow these evolutionary leaps, which is why we are thrilled to discuss the groundbreaking news regarding […]
Read MoreUniversal Audio introduce Helios Type 69 Preamp/EQ | SM Mastering
Visual context for Universal Audio introduce Helios Type 69 Preamp/EQ. The modern digital studio environment is constantly seeking the analog warmth and harmonic richness that defined the golden age of recording. To bridge this gap, esteemed hardware and software developers like Universal Audio continually innovate to bring vintage circuits to life. […]
Read MoreHans Zimmer Strings revealed by Spitfire Audio | SM Mastering
Visual context for Hans Zimmer Strings revealed by Spitfire Audio. The cinematic music production community is buzzing as hans zimmer strings revealed by spitfire audio sets a new benchmark for symphonic sampling. Having enjoyed a number of highly fruitful collaborations in the past, Spitfire Audio and Hans Zimmer have unveiled […]
Read MoreSpitfire Audio Labs become free and get dedicated plug-in. | SM Mastering
For years, Spitfire Audio has been a household name in high-end orchestral sampling. Traditionally, accessing their top-tier cinematic textures required a massive budget and a full license of Native Instruments’ Kontakt sampler. However, the paradigm of modern music production has shifted dramatically. It is an exciting time for modern producers, […]
Read MoreMPG Awards winners announced | SM Mastering
Visual context for MPG Awards winners announced. The music production landscape is celebrating a historic milestone today as the prestigious mpg awards winners announced news showcases an inspiring shift in the industry. Highlighting exceptional talent and technical prowess, this year’s Music Producers Guild (MPG) Awards put a spotlight on female-led […]
Read MoreToontrack UK Pop EZX celebrates over 50 years of UK pop music | SM Mastering
Visual context for Toontrack UK Pop EZX celebrates over 50 years of UK pop music. With the release of their latest expansion library, the team at Toontrack has delivered an absolute masterpiece for contemporary and vintage producers alike. The new toontrack uk pop ezx celebrates over 50 years of uk pop […]
Read MoreRoland announce flagship TR-8S | SM Mastering
Visual context for Roland announce flagship TR-8S. The electronic music production landscape has shifted once again, particularly when **Roland announce flagship TR-8S** as their ultimate Rhythm Performer. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we constantly evaluate how hardware rhythm machines print their transients and sit in a final stereo master. […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: ROLI Songmaker Kit | SM Mastering
The landscape of mobile music production underwent a significant shift during the Anaheim convention, where ROLI showcased their latest hardware advancements. As mastering engineers, we continuously evaluate how portable controller setups affect the expressiveness and dynamic range of the tracks delivered to our studio. During our team’s visit to the […]
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