Visual context for White Noise – An Electric Storm. At SM Mastering, we constantly look back at the history of music production to find inspiration for modern mastering and mixing techniques. Released on Island Records in June 1969, the seminal album white noise – an electric storm represents a monumental […]
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Visual context for Focusrite launch third-generation Scarlett USB-C audio interfaces. The global audio recording landscape has shifted once again with an exciting release from one of the industry’s most trusted manufacturers. The industry has taken a massive leap forward as we witness the official focusrite launch third-generation scarlett usb-c audio […]
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Visual context for SOS Video Tutorials Black Friday Sale. As audio mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we constantly emphasize that high-end gear is only as good as the knowledge behind it. This season brings an incredible opportunity for producers, engineers, and sound designers to expand their technical skill sets. The […]
Read MoreThe music production world experienced a monumental shift when Dave Smith unveiled his latest hardware masterpiece during the winter trade shows. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware releases to see how they impact the modern hybrid mastering and production ecosystem. The buzz surrounding the namm 2020 — sequential pro […]
Read MoreThe synthesizer landscape experienced a fascinating shift when a compact, highly versatile hardware unit made its grand appearance in Berlin. At SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing how portable digital instruments integrate into high-end production and mastering workflows. One of the most intriguing developments we witnessed was the introduction of […]
Read MoreAs professional mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing how different hardware sequencers influence the timing, feel, and overall sonic footprint of electronic music production. When it was first introduced, the **pioneer dj toraiz squid – superbooth 2019 – product overview** represented a turning point for artists looking […]
Read MoreAs mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing how hybrid workflows impact the modern electronic music landscape. The integration of analog hardware warmth with digital precision has always been a key philosophy in our approach to high-end audio finishing. When the modular synthesizer boom reached its peak, a […]
Read MoreThe landscape of modern analog synthesis experienced a massive shift with the announcements from Superbooth 2019. Synthesists and audio engineers alike were treated to significant hardware and firmware expansions from Korg. At the center of this excitement was the introduction of the desktop module version of the acclaimed Minilogue XD, […]
Read MoreThe introduction of the korg nts digital synth – superbooth 2019 marked a fascinating milestone in DIY hardware synthesis. Unveiled as a DIY, solder-free kit, this pocket-sized powerhouse captured the attention of electronic musicians and mastering engineers alike during its debut at Superbooth. Operating entirely on USB power, this miniature […]
Read MoreAs mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing how raw sound sources evolve before they ever reach our high-end analog processing chain. Superbooth has established itself as the ultimate global epicenter for electronic music instruments, modular synthesis, and boutique hardware innovations. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor these […]
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