The pro audio landscape experienced a significant shift during the winter of 2019 when British manufacturer Aston Microphones announced their latest flagship dynamic microphone. As mastering engineers and studio owners at SM Mastering, we are constantly on the lookout for versatile transducers that can handle high sound pressure levels while […]
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Audio-Technica reveal drum mic packs for all | SM Mastering
Capturing the raw energy, punch, and nuanced transients of an acoustic drum kit has historically been one of the most challenging tasks in music production. Here at SM Mastering, we often receive multitracks where poorly chosen microphones or inadequate setups compromise the final master’s clarity. That is why we are […]
Read MoreEarthworks’ popular drum mics shown at AES | SM Mastering
Capturing the perfect drum sound is one of the most challenging tasks for any recording or live sound engineer. At the Audio Engineering Society (AES) convention, the buzz was undeniable when we witnessed the incredible setup of the Earthworks DK7 kit. From pristine transient response to unmatched durability, earthworks’ popular […]
Read MoreAntelope show us their new Edge modelling mics | SM Mastering
In their latest product release, antelope show us their new edge modelling mics, shaking up the virtual microphone market by introducing high-performance hardware designed for seamless software emulation. As mastering and mixing engineers at SM Mastering, we are always on the lookout for tools that capture pristine transients and provide […]
Read MoreSE launch DM1 Dynamite in-line preamp at AES (Video) | SM Mastering
The pro audio landscape is constantly evolving, bringing compact solutions to long-standing studio challenges. Following the massive industry buzz from the official se launch dm1 dynamite in-line preamp at aes (video), engineers and home studio owners alike have been eager to see how this stick-dynamite-shaped tool performs in real-world scenarios. […]
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DPA reveal 6000-Series subminiature mics | SM Mastering
Visual context for DPA reveal 6000-Series subminiature mics . At SM Mastering, we closely monitor advancements in high-end capture technology, as the quality of the raw recording directly influences the final master. The recent industry announcement where the dpa reveal 6000-series subminiature mics were introduced represents a massive leap forward in […]
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Tascam reveal Model 24 recorder, USB interface & mixer | SM Mastering
Visual context for Tascam reveal Model 24 recorder, USB interface & mixer. The hybrid studio environment has just received a major upgrade with the latest hardware announcement from Tascam. In a move that beautifully bridges classic analog workflow with cutting-edge digital recording capabilities, the industry-shaping announcement of the tascam reveal model […]
Read MoreSummer NAMM 18: Mara Machines MaraTapeCal | SM Mastering
The resurgence of analog tape in the modern hybrid studio is no longer a passing trend; it is a permanent fixture for engineers seeking depth, harmonic complexity, and cohesive transient response. However, maintaining vintage hardware like MCI tape machines has historically required specialized knowledge, keeping many project studios from adopting […]
Read MoreSummer NAMM 18: Sontronics Mercury VE | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we are constantly on the lookout for hardware that elevates the sonic character of our clients’ masters. During our coverage of the Nashville event, the buzz surrounding the summer namm 18: sontronics mercury ve caught our immediate attention. Designed by the visionary Trevor Coley of Sontronics, this […]
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Steinberg team up with Rupert Neve Designs for two new audio interfaces | SM Mastering
Visual context for Steinberg team up with Rupert Neve Designs for two new audio interfaces. At SM Mastering, we always keep our fingers on the pulse of professional hardware innovations. Recently, the pro audio community was buzzing when the Steinberg team up with Rupert Neve Designs for two new audio […]
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