The electronic music production landscape shifted significantly when the industry gathered to witness new synthesis paradigms, and the buzz intensified when **namm 2018: elektron digitone demoed** a fresh, revolutionary take on digital synthesis. Following the massive success of their Digitakt digital sampler, Elektron returned with an eight-voice polyphonic synthesizer housed […]
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NAMM 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: Korg Prologue Audio Demo & Overview | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we closely monitor hardware releases that redefine modern production workflows. The recent unveiling of the namm 2018: korg prologue audio demo & overview highlights why this hybrid analog synthesizer is creating such a buzz among sound designers and electronic music producers alike. As professional mastering engineers, our […]
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Arturia reveal MiniBrute 2 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Arturia reveal MiniBrute 2. The analogue synthesizer landscape has experienced a massive shift over the last decade, but few announcements have generated as much excitement as when the industry witnessed the official arturia reveal minibrute 2 campaign. Building upon the legacy of its legendary predecessor, this brand-new […]
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Arturia unveil MiniBrute 2S analogue sequencing synth | SM Mastering
Visual context for Arturia unveil MiniBrute 2S analogue sequencing synth. The analogue synthesizer landscape has received a massive shake-up with the latest announcement from Grenoble. Right after launching their keyboard-focused monosynth, we see the team at arturia unveil minibrute 2s analogue sequencing synth technology as a powerful, pad-based sister model. […]
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Korg announce Prologue polysynth | SM Mastering
Visual context for Korg announce Prologue polysynth. The professional music production landscape is buzzing with excitement as Korg announce prologue polysynth instruments to the world as their new flagship professional analogue synthesizers. Building upon the incredible legacy of the compact Minilogue and the aggressive Monologue, this fully programmable, feature-packed powerhouse […]
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SynthFest UK: All Things Synth! | SM Mastering
Visual context for SynthFest UK: All Things Synth!. For electronic music producers, hardware enthusiasts, and mastering engineers, keeping up with the evolution of sound design tools is crucial. The physical connection with an instrument often translates into a deeper, more organic musical performance. This unique synergy is exactly what makes […]
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SynthFest UK bigger, better and busier | SM Mastering
Visual context for SynthFest UK bigger, better and busier. The electronic music landscape continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, and nowhere was this more apparent than at the latest Sheffield gathering. Organized by Sound On Sound magazine, this landmark event saw a massive 30% increase in attendance, proving that […]
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Roland reveal D-05 Linear Synthesizer | SM Mastering
Visual context for Roland reveal D-05 Linear Synthesizer. When retro digital synthesis meets modern compact engineering, the results are often spectacular. The synthesizer community celebrated globally when the news of the roland reveal d-05 linear synthesizer first broke. Representing a faithful rebirth of the iconic 1987 Roland D-50, this compact […]
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Erica Synths Fusion Drone system available now | SM Mastering
Visual context for Erica Synths Fusion Drone system available now. At SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing the limits of hardware sound generators and how their harmonic saturation behaves in a professional master. Analog synthesis has always held a special place in electronic music, but nothing quite prepares a mix […]
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