At SM Mastering, we analyze how iconic analog topologies transition to the modern hybrid studio. During our review of classic gear adaptations, the announcements of the namm 2018: chandler tg opto & tg12345 mkiv 500 series modules stood out as a watershed moment for 500-series enthusiasts. Bringing the historic EMI […]
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NAMM 2018: ADAM Audio reveal T Series monitors | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we are constantly tracking industry innovations that lower the barrier to entry for high-quality music production and reference-grade monitoring. The ground-breaking announcement of the namm 2018: adam audio reveal t series monitors lineup marked a significant milestone for project studio owners worldwide. Historically, premium German engineering from […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: Arturia MiniBrute 2, 2S & RackBrute | SM Mastering
The landscape of analog hardware synthesis experienced a massive shift when Arturia announced its next-generation ecosystem. The unveiling of NAMM 2018: Arturia MiniBrute 2, 2S & RackBrute changed the landscape of semi-modular desktop synthesizers. It bridged the gap between traditional keyboard performance, advanced step-sequencing, and custom Eurorack configurations. For mixing […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: Audient intro iD44 interface | SM Mastering
The audio engineering community witnessed a major shift in desktop studio capability during the winter of 2018. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware developments that empower project studios to achieve professional-grade translation. The announcement of the namm 2018: audient intro id44 interface marked a significant milestone for producers demanding […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: Focusrite Clarett USB interfaces | SM Mastering
The annual NAMM show is always a hotbed for groundbreaking audio technology, and back in 2018, Focusrite stole the spotlight by expanding their highly acclaimed Clarett range. For years, Clarett was synonymous with ultra-fast, high-bandwidth Thunderbolt connectivity, leaving many PC users and legacy Mac owners longing for a compatible alternative. […]
Read MoreNAMM 2018: Lewitt LCT 441 Flex | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we understand that a flawless master starts with a pristine recording. Over the years, we have analyzed numerous microphone technologies designed to optimize the tracking process, but few caught our attention quite like the announcement of the namm 2018: lewitt lct 441 flex. Introduced as a highly […]
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Focusrite Clarett series gains three USB interfaces | SM Mastering
Visual context for Focusrite Clarett series gains three USB interfaces. The audio interface market has just received a massive shake-up as the focusrite clarett series gains three usb interfaces to its stellar lineup. For years, the Clarett range was celebrated for its exceptional Thunderbolt performance, bringing high-end audio specifications to […]
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Audient announce iD44 audio interface | SM Mastering
Visual context for Audient announce iD44 audio interface. The landscape of desktop recording has undergone a massive shift, as Audient continues to translate their decades of analog console expertise into high-performance desktop hardware. Here at SM Mastering Audio Articles, we closely monitor how these hardware developments impact both tracking and […]
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Focusrite unveil 2×2 Dante interface & Red16Line | SM Mastering
Visual context for Focusrite unveil 2×2 Dante interface & Red16Line. The landscape of modern networked audio is undergoing a massive shift, especially as industry giants focusrite unveil 2×2 dante interface & red16line systems to cater to both home recordists and high-end commercial mastering facilities. In the world of hybrid studio […]
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Earthworks intro DM20 and update drum mic kits | SM Mastering
Visual context for Earthworks intro DM20 and update drum mic kits. In high-end music production, capturing the true physical essence of a drum kit is one of the most demanding tasks a recording engineer faces. Modern drum tracking requires transducers that can handle lightning-fast transients, extreme sound pressure levels (SPL), […]
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