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As mastering engineers at SM Mastering, we constantly look to the pioneers of electronic music and sound art for inspiration. One of the most signi...
The Legacy and Technological Impact of the Oram Awards 2020
At SM Mastering, we believe that understanding the history of electronic music technology is essential to mastering modern tracks. If you want to d...
To achieve the intricate textures championed by these award-winning artists, modern producers often rely on innovative software tools. Companies li...
Essential Tools for Experimental Sound Design
To help you capture the spirit of electronic music innovation in your own studio, we have compiled a table of industry-standard tools often utilize...
Practical Studio Workflow Tips for Avant-Garde Audio
If you are inspired by the soundscapes of the Oram winners and want to incorporate these experimental textures into your productions, keep these st...
Emulate Tape Saturation and Microtonals: Daphne Oram’s original “Oramics” technique drew sound directly onto film. You can emulat...
Incorporate Generative Modulation: Avoid static mixes. Use LFOs to modulate filter cutoffs, panning, and delay times. This creates a constantly evo...
Manage Low-End Dynamics: Experimental electronic music often features extreme low-frequency transients. Use multiband compression or dynamic EQ to ...
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