As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing how raw sound sources evolve before they ever reach our high-end analog processing chain. Superbooth has established itself as the ultimate global epicenter for electronic music instruments, modular synthesis, and boutique hardware innovations. At SM Mastering, we closely monitor these […]
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MFB 301 Pro drum machine at Superbooth 2019 | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, our engineers are constantly analyzing how hardware design choices translate into transient response, frequency balance, and dynamic range. The legendary late Manfred Fricke (MFB) always had a unique philosophy: delivering raw, unapologetic analog punch in incredibly compact form factors. A prime example of this philosophy in action […]
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Elektron debut Digitone Keys at Superbooth 2019 | SM Mastering
Visual context for Elektron debut Digitone Keys at Superbooth 2019. At SM Mastering, we are constantly analyzing how physical hardware translates into the mastering and mixing domain. When the news broke that Swedish synth pioneers Elektron decided to expand their legendary FM synthesizer line, the industry paid close attention. The […]
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UDO Super 6: British FPGA synth wows Superbooth | SM Mastering
Visual context for UDO Super 6: British FPGA synth wows Superbooth. The electronic music hardware landscape has just experienced a major shift with the release of the udo super 6: british fpga synth wows superbooth. For years, synthesis enthusiasts have debated the merits of pure analog versus digital DSP architectures. […]
Read MoreGamechanger Audio Motor Synth – Superbooth 2019 | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we are constantly tracking the evolution of sound generation technologies to understand how they impact modern mixing and mastering workflows. Every so often, an instrument emerges that completely breaks the mold of traditional synthesis. The historic debut of the gamechanger audio motor synth – superbooth 2019 was […]
Read MoreMoog Matriarch (Audio Demo) – Superbooth 2019 | SM Mastering
The release of the Moog Matriarch marked a significant milestone for analog synthesizers, combining patchable semi-modular architecture with a lush four-note paraphonic engine. As mastering and mixing engineers, analyzing how this instrument translates from a raw performance to a finalized track is crucial for modern music production. In this technical […]
Read MoreREON – Drift box, Wizlink & Loci II – Superbooth 2019 | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we are constantly tracking the evolution of analog hardware and its integration into modern hybrid workflows. When evaluating the sonic character of electronic music, the unique harmonics generated by boutique hardware synthesizers often make the difference between a flat mix and a dimensional, warm master. In this […]
Read MoreSteinberg Retrologue – Superbooth 2019 | SM Mastering
At SM Mastering, we constantly monitor the evolution of analog and digital synthesis to understand how hardware and software interactions shape modern music production. One of the most fascinating developments in recent years was the surprise unveiling of the steinberg retrologue – superbooth 2019 hardware prototype. For years, producers have […]
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Synthplex 2019: ‘Everything Synthesizer’ | SM Mastering
Visual context for Synthplex 2019: ‘Everything Synthesizer’. As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we constantly keep our ears to the ground for events and technologies that reshape how electronic music is produced, mixed, and finalized. The inaugural synthplex 2019: ‘everything synthesizer’ event in Burbank, California, did exactly that, bringing together […]
Read MoreKurzweil Forte OS V4.0 Update – NAMM 2019 | SM Mastering
As mastering engineers, we constantly monitor how synthesizer firmware updates affect signal paths, dynamic range, and frequency balance in the studio. When Kurzweil announced their landmark system update at Anaheim, California, it sent shockwaves through both the live performance and studio production communities. At SM Mastering, we believe that understanding […]
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