Visual context for Moog celebrate 100 years of the Theremin. The electronic music landscape owes an immeasurable debt to the theremin, one of the earliest electronic instruments ever created. Originally invented in 1920 by Lev Sergeyevich Termen (known globally as Leon Theremin), this gesture-controlled instrument has captivated artists, engineers, and […]
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Visual context for Arturia PolyBrute unveiled. The synthesizer landscape has shifted dramatically with the announcement of Arturia’s newest flagship analogue synthesizer. There is massive excitement in the production community now that the arturia polybrute unveiled its groundbreaking architecture, promising to deliver unprecedented control and lush sonic landscapes. At SM Mastering, […]
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Visual context for PATCH & TWEAK with Moog. At SM Mastering, we believe that understanding the core mechanics of analog synthesis is fundamental to achieving a balanced, dynamic, and competitive sound in modern music production. When we receive tracks for master processing that utilize rich, hardware-driven analog layers, the depth, […]
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Visual context for SynthFest UK 2020 – Virtual Event. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we closely monitor how industry gatherings evolve, which is why the transition of the physical exhibition to the synthfest uk 2020 – virtual event represented a pivotal moment for the electronic music production community. When […]
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Visual context for Online DX7 patch generator launched. FM synthesis has always been notoriously difficult to program due to its non-linear nature and complex modulator-carrier relationships. The legendary Yamaha DX7, while responsible for defining the sound of the 1980s, is infamous for its tedious interface featuring 155 hidden parameters and […]
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Visual context for Delve into Omnisphere with new ILIO video series. For synthesists and electronic music producers looking to expand their sonic palette, there has never been a better time to delve into omnisphere with new ilio video series. Renowned US software distributor ILIO has recently launched an instructional program […]
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Visual context for SynthFest UK 2017 Announced. The electronic music production community is buzzing with excitement now that synthfest uk 2017 announced its official dates and venue. Returning to the vibrant city of Sheffield for its second consecutive year, this premier event promises to be larger, louder, and more comprehensive […]
Read MoreAs mastering engineers, we continuously analyze how analog hardware shapes transients, adds harmonic warmth, and influences the stereo field. The Eurorack format has evolved from a sound-design novelty into a powerful studio tool for modern music production. At SM Mastering, we often receive stems tracked through various modular setups, where […]
Read MoreAt SM Mastering, we constantly analyze how vintage reissues and modern digital modeling perform under the rigorous demands of professional audio mastering. When the Boutique series first expanded, the release of the roland sh-01a – synthfest uk 2017 (video) stood out as a landmark moment for electronic music producers. The […]
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Visual context for Sound Semiconductor update a classic filter. When we heard that Sound Semiconductor update a classic filter, the entire analog synthesizer and mastering community took notice. As audio engineers, we are constantly searching for that elusive, organic warmth that defined the golden age of electronic music. The announcement […]
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