SAE Institute 2
Studio InstallationContinued Collaboration with SAE Institute on Studio 2
Following the successful completion of the first recording studio, we were once again approached by Benjamin Pro Audio to undertake the cabling and integration work for a second studio at the renowned SAE Institute. This ongoing partnership highlights our trusted relationship with both SAE Institute and Benjamin Pro Audio, both of whom are committed to delivering world-class audio education and production environments.
While the planning and early stages of the project began smoothly, the global COVID-19 pandemic introduced significant delays to the overall timeline. Lockdowns, material shortages, and safety regulations created a host of logistical challenges. However, despite these obstacles, the end result was once again a professional-grade, great-sounding studio designed to support both teaching and creative production in a flexible and inspiring setting.
SAE Institute’s Second Studio: A Focus on Surround Sound
The second studio was designed to serve a specific pedagogical and creative purpose—offering students and professionals hands-on experience with surround sound production. As such, the control room was custom-wired to support a 5.1 surround sound monitoring setup. This configuration is essential for those working in film, television, and immersive audio formats, and it allows SAE Institute to stay ahead of the curve in terms of educational offerings.
Our team carefully planned and implemented the cabling infrastructure to accommodate six speakers—left, center, right, left surround, right surround, and a subwoofer—along with the relevant signal paths required for this complex setup. Special attention was given to acoustic symmetry and signal integrity to ensure the control room would provide a balanced and accurate listening environment.
In addition to the speaker wiring, we installed multi-channel audio interfaces, patch bays, and signal routing systems that allow for flexible session workflows. Whether mixing cinematic content or producing music that requires spatial depth, the studio is fully equipped to deliver professional results.
Overdub Capabilities and a Dedicated Vocal Booth
In keeping with the flexible needs of modern audio production and education, the studio also features a dedicated vocal booth located adjacent to the control room. This small yet highly functional space was designed for overdub recording, making it ideal for capturing vocals, voice-over work, and solo instruments.
We ensured that the vocal booth was fully isolated and acoustically treated to provide a clean, dry sound—perfect for critical recordings that demand clarity and precision. The booth was also wired with microphone inputs, headphone returns, and visual communication tools, allowing performers to stay in sync with the engineer or instructor in the control room.
This setup is especially useful in an educational context, as it allows students at SAE Institute to experience real-world recording scenarios in a controlled environment. They can learn about mic placement, signal flow, gain staging, and more—all while working within a professional-grade space.
Technical Excellence Delivered in Partnership with Benjamin Pro Audio
This project, like the first, was executed in collaboration with Benjamin Pro Audio, a company widely recognized for its excellence in audio system design and integration. Their continued trust in our services is a testament to the high-quality standards we uphold on every project.
Working closely with their team, we conducted thorough pre-installation assessments, developed customized wiring schematics, and executed a clean and efficient installation process. Our shared goal was to ensure that SAE Institute’s second studio would match—and in some ways, exceed—the functionality and sonic performance of the first.
Despite the unavoidable delays brought on by the pandemic, both teams remained committed to delivering a space that meets the highest industry standards. The result is a reliable and inspiring studio that supports the educational and creative needs of SAE Institute students and staff alike.
A Future-Focused Studio at SAE Institute
Ultimately, the completion of Studio Two at SAE Institute represents more than just another technical installation. It stands as a testament to resilience, innovation, and collaboration in the face of adversity. From its 5.1 surround sound capabilities to its overdub-ready vocal booth, the space was built to serve as both a teaching tool and a professional production facility.
By investing in facilities like this, SAE Institute continues to affirm its position as a leader in audio education. We are proud to have contributed to this forward-thinking project and look forward to supporting future expansions and innovations in the years ahead.
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