Visual context for Cloud 44 ribbon microphone announced. The world of high-end analog recording has received a massive boost with the news that the **cloud 44 ribbon microphone announced** by Cloud Microphones is officially hitting the market. As engineers constantly seek out vintage warmth paired with modern reliability, this release […]
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PreSonus launch Eris E5 BT | SM Mastering
Visual context for PreSonus launch Eris E5 BT. When engineering professional audio workflows, the accuracy of your monitoring system remains paramount. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware developments that impact both project studios and professional facilities. Recently, music creators and mix engineers have been talking about the news that […]
Read MoreHughes & Kettner launches StompMan | SM Mastering
Visual context for Hughes & Kettner launches StompMan . When engineering modern guitar rigs for professional studio environments and live stages, finding gear that bridges the gap between analog warmth and pedalboard convenience is always a priority. That is why the industry took notice when hughes & kettner launches stompman , introducing […]
Read MoreVEMIA vintage gear auction | SM Mastering
Visual context for VEMIA vintage gear auction. The pro audio community is constantly chasing that elusive, warmth-drenched analog sound, which makes tracking down rare hardware a near-obsessive pursuit for top-tier engineers. Whether you are prepping tracks for high-end mixing or finalizing a project before sending it off for professional mastering […]
Read MoreAnalogue Solutions AS200 Colossus ‘Slim’ | SM Mastering
Visual context for Analogue Solutions AS200 Colossus ‘Slim’. When diving into massive modular systems and heavy-duty hardware synthesis, spatial constraints are often the primary enemy of the modern electronic music producer. Analogue Solutions has addressed this brilliantly by introducing a streamlined powerhouse to their iconic lineage. For mixing and mastering […]
Read MoreDebut mics from Universal Audio | SM Mastering
Visual context for Debut mics from Universal Audio. When analogue hardware veterans and DSP pioneers step into a brand-new product category, the professional audio community takes notice. The rollout of the debut mics from Universal Audio marks a massive milestone in studio hardware engineering, blending vintage analog aesthetics with modern […]
Read MoreFocal expand Alpha Evo monitor series | SM Mastering
Visual context for Focal expand Alpha Evo monitor series. When precision monitoring is paramount in a professional mixing and mastering environment, audio engineers constantly look for upgrades that offer absolute transparency and superior translation. Here at SM Mastering Audio Articles, we evaluate studio gear based on real-world performance, transient response, […]
Read MoreLake People unveil G105 Mk II pro headphone amplifier | SM Mastering
Visual context for Lake People unveil G105 Mk II pro headphone amplifier. When precision monitoring is non-negotiable in the mixing and tracking stages, having a reliable hardware foundation is paramount. Recently, German engineering excellence took another step forward when Lake People unveiled G105 Mk II pro headphone amplifier, bringing a […]
Read MoreAntelope Zen Q Synergy Core USB unveiled | SM Mastering
Visual context for Antelope Zen Q Synergy Core USB unveiled. When Antelope Audio expanded its renowned desktop interface line, the professional audio community took immediate notice. With the news that the antelope zen q synergy core usb unveiled, desktop producers and tracking engineers gained access to high-end conversion and DSP […]
Read MoreBest (SSD) Solid State Drives 2019 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Best (SSD) Solid State Drives 2019. In modern audio mastering and music production, disk read and write speeds are critical bottlenecks that can either unleash or cripple your creative workflow. When dealing with high-resolution sample libraries, complex multitrack arrangements, and intensive digital signal processing, choosing the **best […]
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