The professional recording landscape is undergoing a massive shift towards networked audio, and high-end conversion is leading the charge. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we constantly look for ways to optimize signal paths, reduce latency, and maintain pristine audio fidelity. A major milestone in this evolution has arrived: the […]
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Studio Electronics SE-02 Ext Box — SynthFest UK 2018 | SM Mastering
When analyzing the boutique synthesizer market, the debut of the studio electronics se-02 ext box — synthfest uk 2018 announcement marked a significant evolution for analog hardware workflows. Roland’s Boutique SE-02 turned heads upon release, establishing itself as the first analog device in the miniature Boutique lineup. Created as a […]
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Novation launch flagship SL MkIII controllers | SM Mastering
Visual context for Novation launch flagship SL MkIII controllers. As hybrid studio workflows continue to evolve, the demand for a centralized hardware hub has never been higher. The recent industry announcement that the novation launch flagship sl mkiii controllers have officially arrived has taken the music production world by storm. […]
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Icon Pro Audio release cost-effective DAW controllers | SM Mastering
Visual context for Icon Pro Audio release cost-effective DAW controllers . Tactile integration remains one of the fastest ways to improve your mixing speed, which is why the announcement that icon pro audio release cost-effective daw controllers has generated so much excitement among our engineering team. At SM Mastering, we often […]
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Universal Audio present Apollo X interfaces | SM Mastering
Visual context for Universal Audio present Apollo X interfaces. The moment universal audio present apollo x interfaces to the public, the expectations of the pro-audio world naturally skyrocket. Universal Audio has built an undisputed reputation for delivering premium hardware integrated with industry-standard digital signal processing. With this generation of flagship […]
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Motas-6 monophonic analogue synthesizer | SM Mastering
Visual context for Motas-6 monophonic analogue synthesizer. At SM Mastering, we often encounter hardware that pushes the boundaries of modern sound design, and the latest creation from Motas Electronics is no exception. Today, we dive deep into the unique architecture of the motas-6 monophonic analogue synthesizer, a machine designed to […]
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Buy Element 88 interface, get Apogee Control free | SM Mastering
Visual context for Buy Element 88 interface, get Apogee Control free. When seeking pristine, studio-grade analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion, pro engineers often look to Apogee’s premium converters. Right now, there is an unparalleled promotion in the pro audio market: you can buy element 88 interface, get apogee control free to completely streamline […]
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Heritage Audio launch Bluetooth streaming module | SM Mastering
Visual context for Heritage Audio launch Bluetooth streaming module. In the rapidly evolving world of professional audio, bridging the gap between consumer playback systems and high-end studio consoles has always presented a unique set of challenges. Historically, engineers have relied on consumer-grade adapters, unbalanced auxiliary cables, or complex routing setups […]
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Yamaha London store launches New ProSound Zone | SM Mastering
Visual context for Yamaha London store launches New ProSound Zone. The retail landscape for professional music production and pro audio equipment is undergoing a massive transformation. In an exciting move for UK-based audio engineers and creators, the yamaha london store launches new prosound zone on Wardour Street, creating an immersive, hands-on […]
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Logitech will acquire Blue Microphones in $117m deal. | SM Mastering
Visual context for Logitech will acquire Blue Microphones in $117m deal.. The consumer electronics and professional audio landscapes are colliding in unprecedented ways. In a stunning industry shift, it has been officially announced that logitech will acquire blue microphones in $117m deal. This massive acquisition marks a pivotal moment where […]
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