At SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for hardware that adds unique spatial width and analog warmth to a mix. During our coverage of the winter NAMM show, one of the standout announcements was the namm 2018: waldorf launch stvc string synth, a beautifully integrated string synthesizer and […]
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Universal Audio release Arrow bus-powered interface | SM Mastering
Visual context for Universal Audio release Arrow bus-powered interface. The landscape of mobile recording has experienced a major shift now that we have seen the official universal audio release arrow bus-powered interface hit the market. As audio engineers and mastering professionals at SM Mastering Audio Articles, we constantly monitor hardware […]
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Korg announce Prologue polysynth | SM Mastering
Visual context for Korg announce Prologue polysynth. The professional music production landscape is buzzing with excitement as Korg announce prologue polysynth instruments to the world as their new flagship professional analogue synthesizers. Building upon the incredible legacy of the compact Minilogue and the aggressive Monologue, this fully programmable, feature-packed powerhouse […]
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Spitfire release Ólafur Arnalds Chamber Evolutions | SM Mastering
Visual context for Spitfire release Ólafur Arnalds Chamber Evolutions. The collaboration between Spitfire Audio and BAFTA-winning Icelandic composer Ólafur Arnalds has consistently yielded some of the most haunting, evocative virtual instruments on the market. From the intimate string quartet textures of their first joint release to the felted grand piano […]
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Sonnox launch low-cost vocal doubling plug-ins | SM Mastering
Visual context for Sonnox launch low-cost vocal doubling plug-ins. With the industry shifting towards faster turnarounds, the announcement that sonnox launch low-cost vocal doubling plug-ins has generated immense excitement among bedroom producers and seasoned studio veterans alike. Sonnox, historically revered for their pristine, high-end Oxford series, has introduced the brand-new […]
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Music Expo SF recap | SM Mastering
Visual context for Music Expo SF recap. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, staying at the forefront of audio innovation is essential. The return of Music Expo to the San Francisco Bay Area provided a fantastic hub of collaboration, technical workshops, and cutting-edge gear demonstrations. Having gathered with over 800 […]
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Isolate sound from individual strings with Submarine Pro | SM Mastering
Visual context for Isolate sound from individual strings with Submarine Pro. As mastering and mixing engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly on the lookout for innovative hardware that pushes the boundaries of spatial audio and signal routing. One of the most exciting developments in modern guitar technology is a […]
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Melodics want to help producers play keys better | SM Mastering
Visual context for Melodics want to help producers play keys better . In the fast-paced world of electronic music production, the gap between having a great musical idea and translating it into your DAW can often feel insurmountable. While many bedroom producers rely heavily on drawing MIDI notes with a mouse […]
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SOS Awards: last chance to vote! | SM Mastering
Visual context for SOS Awards: last chance to vote!. As the premier destination for high-end analog and digital mastering, we at SM Mastering keep a vigilant eye on the tools, technologies, and hardware that shape our industry. Once a year, the global music production community comes together to honor the […]
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Arturia V Collection 6 adds four new instruments | SM Mastering
Visual context for Arturia V Collection 6 adds four new instruments. As mastering and mixing engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing how software synthesizers handle transient response, harmonic depth, and stereo imaging. The release of Arturia’s latest bundle is a landmark moment for electronic producers, as the arturia […]
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