Visual context for Cherry Audio recreate the Polymoog. The release of a vintage synthesizer emulation is always a major event in the music production community. However, when developers like Cherry Audio recreate the Polymoog, the electronic music community sits up and takes notice because of the sheer complexity of the […]
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Spectrasonics update Trilian | SM Mastering
Visual context for Spectrasonics update Trilian. The virtual instrument world has just received a major boost in the low-end department. As professional mastering engineers, we understand how critical a solid, dynamic bass foundation is to a pristine master. That is why the latest spectrasonics update trilian (v1.5) is such a […]
Read MoreRob Papen releases Blade 2 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Rob Papen releases Blade 2. The electronic music production community is buzzing as rob papen releases blade 2, a massive evolution in the world of additive synthesis. In the modern production landscape, standing out requires unique sonic textures that go beyond standard subtractive synthesis. This brand-new virtual […]
Read MoreApplied Acoustics String Studio VS-3 – NAMM 2019 | SM Mastering
The evolution of physical modeling synthesis took a significant leap forward during the winter of 2019. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor how virtual instruments translate to the final mix and master, and the introduction of the applied acoustics string studio vs-3 – namm 2019 edition remains a hallmark moment […]
Read MoreRob Papen Go2 synth demoed at AES | SM Mastering
During our recent industry rounds, the highly anticipated rob papen go2 synth demoed at aes caught our attention due to its streamlined single-page workflow and powerful morphing oscillator. As mastering engineers, we are always on the lookout for virtual instruments that deliver pristine sound quality right out of the box […]
Read MoreOutput launch Arcade, a playable loop synth | SM Mastering
Visual context for Output launch Arcade, a playable loop synth. The modern digital audio workstation is constantly evolving, requiring production tools that can bridge the gap between static sample curation and active sonic manipulation. With the innovative output launch arcade, a playable loop synth, the boundaries between static sampling and […]
Read MoreNative Instruments announce Super*Saw | SM Mastering
Visual context for Native Instruments announce Super*Saw. The electronic music production landscape is buzzing with excitement as **native instruments announce super*saw**, a groundbreaking collaboration with Grammy-winning producer A. G. Cook. Known for shaping the hyperpop movement through his visionary work with Charli XCX, Beyoncé, and Caroline Polachek, Cook has brought […]
Read MoreExpressive E Noisy 2.6 arrives | SM Mastering
Visual context for Expressive E Noisy 2.6 arrives. The software synthesizer landscape has just received a major boost as the Expressive E Noisy 2.6 arrives to deliver a significant update to an already highly acclaimed tool. As mastering and mixing specialists, we constantly monitor software updates that offer superior harmonic […]
Read MoreSound Radix launch Radical1 Solo | SM Mastering
Visual context for Sound Radix launch Radical1 Solo. The audio production community is buzzing as developer Sound Radix has announced a surprising and highly capable new freebie. In this article, we cover the exciting news surrounding the sound radix launch radical1 solo, a monophonic additive software synthesizer designed to deliver […]
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