Miami Dade College, an eight campus institution that is home to over 160,000 students, has installed a Solid State Logic AWS 900+ SE console to service the multi-discipline audio needs of the School of Entertainment & Design Technology (SEDT).
The AWS 900+ SE serves as an instructional tool for the Music Business, MIDI and Sound Recording classes and labs and is also used by film, television & radio students for production, post production, Foley and dubbing.
“Since Miami Dade College’s mission is to offer world-class education to its students, the choice of installing an industry-leading console such as the SSL AWS 900+ SE was crucial in providing the necessary experience that students need to secure jobs in the field,” says Philip Colodetti, lab instructor for SEDT.
“The console delivers the exceptional sound quality, flexibility and functionality we can employ for many types of course objectives from music production to Foley.”
“This console is an excellent teaching tool,” said Colodetti.
The AWS 900+ SE allows students and staff to work in different applications that would otherwise require separate pieces of equipment and rooms to house that equipment.
Currently, the AWS 900+ SE’s home – Room 2140, addresses a main control room, three isolation booths with rhythm section instruments, an isolation booth for voiceover work and a Foley stage for film and TV sound FX recording.
The studio also features an ensemble space, control and mix rooms, and an observer’s lounge.
“The AWS gives us a 24-channel console where students can learn how to use an analogue board versus working entirely inside a computer,” states Colodetti.
“It gives us 24 channels of moving faders and full total recall automation allowing easy setup changes between classes. It also has a comprehensive master section with professional dedicated stereo to 5.1 monitoring that is flexible enough to accommodate the needs of film, TV, radio and music production.”
“Finally, the AWS offers a full multi-DAW controller and complete session management software that facilitates the integration of several computer recording systems such as Pro Tools, Digital Performer and Logic. The AWS gives us the perfect platform to address the needs of all our students.”
