At SM Mastering, we closely monitor how aesthetic and hardware adaptations impact project studio workflows. One notable microphone update that caught the attention of content creators and home recordists alike was the glowing aesthetic refresh of a budget classic, which made waves during its initial reveal at the **mxl blaze […]
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AKG K175, K245 & K275 Headphones – NAMM 2019 | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we are constantly on the lookout for monitoring solutions that bridge the gap between studio-grade precision and on-the-go portability. During our coverage of international trade shows, the akg k175, k245 & k275 headphones – namm 2019 launch stood out as a significant milestone for mobile producers and […]
Read MoreSPL Crescendo: the first eight-channel 120V mic preamp | SM Mastering
In the high-end recording world, headroom is king. When engineers seek absolute clarity and realistic transient reproduction, standard power supplies often become the bottleneck. That is why we at SM Mastering are incredibly excited to analyze the technical brilliance behind the SPL Crescendo: the first eight-channel 120V mic preamp. German […]
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Chandler launch Abbey Road TG Microphone | SM Mastering
Visual context for Chandler launch Abbey Road TG Microphone. When the industry first heard about the chandler launch abbey road tg microphone, expectations were sky-high. Following the massive success of their tube-driven REDD system, Chandler Limited has deepened its collaborative bond with Abbey Road Studios to deliver a solid-state marvel. […]
Read MoreUA’s Apollo X to receive surround sound capabilities | SM Mastering
The professional audio landscape is continuously shifting, and the exciting news of ua’s apollo x to receive surround sound capabilities marks a massive milestone for mixing and mastering engineers worldwide. As mastering experts at SM Mastering, we closely monitor these hardware evolutions to ensure our clients receive the highest fidelity […]
Read MoreWarwick Acoustics Sonoma electrostatic headphones at AES | SM Mastering
As professional mastering engineers, our quest for ultimate transient response, unparalleled spatial imaging, and absolute spectral neutrality is never-ending. Recently, the professional audio community gathered to witness some of the most exciting advancements in critical monitoring technology, where the demonstration of the warwick acoustics sonoma electrostatic headphones at aes became […]
Read MoreAEA show off their KU5A supercardioid ribbon mic | SM Mastering
Ribbon microphones have traditionally been reserved for highly controlled studio environments due to their delicate elements and bidirectional figure-of-8 polar patterns. However, at the recent AES Convention, the pro audio industry stood still as the team at AEA show off their KU5A supercardioid ribbon mic, showcasing a massive breakthrough in […]
Read MoreApogee Symphony I/O MkII now speaks Dante | SM Mastering
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 […]
Read MoreStudio 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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