Visual context for NAMM 2021: Amp routers and re-amper from Radial. The annual NAMM show always brings a wave of exciting hardware announcements, and the virtual iteration of the event was no exception. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor these developments to understand how new studio tools can optimize signal […]
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Visual context for New headphones & USB mics from Mackie. As remote production, podcasting, and home-studio tracking continue to dominate the modern music landscape, manufacturers are racing to deliver studio-quality sound in increasingly compact, accessible formats. At SM Mastering, we are constantly evaluating the latest hardware to see how consumer-grade […]
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Visual context for AMS Neve launch new console. For hybrid studios looking to combine the tactile warmth of analog hardware with the fast-paced efficiency of modern digital audio workstations, it is always a historic moment when ams neve launch new console hardware. Here at SM Mastering Audio Articles, we have […]
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Visual context for Rode release NT-USB Mini. As studio environments continue to evolve, the demand for compact, high-quality recording gear has never been higher. Following the official rode release nt-usb mini, desktop creators, podcasters, and mobile musicians finally have a high-performance condenser microphone that fits in the palm of their […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we closely monitor advancements in signal path technology, both for the studio environment and live stage setups. High-quality front-end gear is critical to capturing the organic dynamics of acoustic instruments before they ever reach the mixing console or mastering stage. During our review of new hardware releases, […]
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Visual context for Neumann unveil their first-ever headphones. The professional monitoring landscape has experienced a monumental shift. In an unexpected yet highly anticipated move, neumann unveil their first-ever headphones, the NDH 20. Known worldwide for engineering industry-standard condenser microphones and pristine studio monitors, the German manufacturer has finally closed the […]
Read MoreWhen managing complex multi-keyboard rigs on stage or in the studio, signal routing, noise control, and digital conversion present major hurdles. The announcement of the radial kl8 – namm 2019 solved these critical pain points for keyboardists globally by offering a highly durable, 1U rackmount solution. Offering comprehensive “total keyboard […]
Read MoreCapturing the perfect drum sound is one of the most challenging tasks for any recording or live sound engineer. At the Audio Engineering Society (AES) convention, the buzz was undeniable when we witnessed the incredible setup of the Earthworks DK7 kit. From pristine transient response to unmatched durability, earthworks’ popular […]
Read MoreThe audio engineering world is constantly searching for tools that can preserve the depth, clarity, and emotion of a performance. When the industry witnessed the launch of namm2018: rupert neve designs unveil rndi-s, it marked a significant milestone for both studio and live sound environments. Capturing direct signals with absolute […]
Read MoreAs professional mastering and mixing engineers, we closely monitor how live performance hardware transitions into pristine studio recordings. At this year’s European music expo, the buzz was undeniable as we witnessed the official announcement of musikmesse: gem return with promega 2+ stage piano. Generalmusic, a legendary name whose iconic GEM, […]
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