Training Facilities

Established in 2004, SEA offers an intensive one-year program that blends a carefully designed curriculum with hands-on studio experience—perfect for aspiring audio engineers. For over 20 years, SEA has attracted passionate students from across India, empowering them with the knowledge and skills to succeed. With ISO 9001:2015 certification, SEA ensures high teaching standards and world-class facilities. Located in Jagathy, Thiruvananthapuram, the campus is easily accessible and continues to expand with new training spaces and an iconic studio building.

Equipped with world class brands

— Studio 01 • Harmony

Music Recording & Mixing

Harmony is a music recording and mixing space built around a Yamaha digital console. With a dedicated recording booth, 14-channel capability, Avid Pro Tools integration, and professional-grade processors, it offers students hands-on experience in a real-world studio environment, bridging technical learning with creative exploration.
- Equipment line up

Yamaha 01V96i Digital Mixing Console
Yamaha HS80M Near Field Studio Monitors
MIC2200 Vaccum Tube Microphone/Line Preamplifier
MDX2600 Reference Class Dynamic Processor
Virtualizer Multi-Effects Processor
Ultra Curve Pro Mastering Processor
Klark Teknik SQ1G Graphic Equalizer
Ultra DI100 Active DI Box
PX3000 Multi-Functional 48 Point Patchbay
Headphone Distribution Amplifier
Sennheiser HD215 Headphone
Avid Pro Tools on Macintosh OS

- Microphone line up

AKG C414 XLS/ST
Electrovoice Cardinal
Electrovoice Raven
Electrovoice C09
Shure SM58
Shure SM57

— Studio 02 • Reel

Dubbing & Sound Effects

Reels is dedicated to dubbing and sound effects. Centered around the Yamaha digital console, it features an acoustically isolated vocal booth with display support and 4 microphone inputs. With Avid Pro Tools, external processors, and 5.1 mixing capabilities, it offers students hands-on experience in audio post-production.
- Equipment line up

Yamaha 01V96i Digital Mixing Console
Yamaha HS8 Near Field Studio Monitors
MIC2200 Vaccum Tube Microphone/Line Preamplifier
MDX2600 Reference Class Dynamic Processor
HA400 Ultra Compact Stereo Headphone Amplifier
HD215 Headphone
Avid Pro Tools running on Windows OS

- Microphone line up

AKG C414B ULS
Audio Technica AT2020
Rode NTG-2
Electrovoice C09

— Studio 03 • Sonata

Audio Editing

Sonata is dedicated to audio editing, featuring a hybrid console and a shared recording space with studio Harmony. It supports 4 simultaneous inputs and runs the latest Avid Pro Tools with a dedicated control surface, giving students precise, hands-on control over editing and DAW operations in a professional setup.
- Equipment line up

Dynacord CMS 1600-3 Hybrid Mixer
Yamaha HS5 Near Field Studio Monitors with HS8S Subwoofer
X-Touch Universal Control Surface
Avid Pro Tools 2024.10 running on a Macintosh OS

— Studio 04 • Octave

MIDI Production

Octave focuses on MIDI production in a hands-on learning environment. It features a home studio setup with a standalone audio interface, velocity-sensitive MIDI keyboard controller with pads and faders for expressive input. A dedicated control surface allows seamless control of tracks within Avid Pro Tools, ideal for creative exploration. - Equipment line up

Steinberg URRT2 Audio Interface
Alesis M1 Studio Monitors
X-Touch Universal Control Surface
Novation Launchkey 49 MIDI Controller
Kadence X4 mini MIDI Controller
Avid Pro Tools running on Windows OS

Reference Archive

Reference Archive showcases a curated collection of obsolete audio equipment preserved for educational purposes. Spanning across all four studios, these devices help students understand the evolution of sound technology from analog to digital and computer-based systems, enriching their hands-on learning experience.
- Equipment line up

Mackie 16.8.2 Inline Analog Mixing Console
Yamaha 02R Digital Mixing Console
Alesis ADAT XT Digital Multitrack Recorder
Digidesign Digi 001 Computer Recording System
Digidesign Digi 003 Audio Interface/Control Surface
Digidesign Digi 003 Rack Audio Interface
Digidesign MBox 2 Audio Interface

Jamming Studio/Practice Pad

Jamming Studio is a dynamic space where students can jam using a wide range of gear from the live sound reinforcement training inventory, including consoles, microphones, and monitoring systems. It also features a computer-based setup with a 2-channel interface and Cubase AI for session recording. The space can double as a training venue for workshops and hands-on demonstrations. - Equipment line up

Roland Quad Capture Audio Interface
Steinberg Cubase AI on a Macintosh System
Electro-Voice R300 Head-worn Wireless Microphone System
Access to all equipment from training inventory

— Film

On-Location Recording

On-Location Recording is dedicated to capturing dialogue and sound effects in outdoor & indoor environments for film production. Equipped with portable recorders, boom microphones, wireless systems, and field accessories, it allows students to experience real-world location sound techniques. This space is an essential part of learning sync sound and ambient sound design.
- Equipment line up

Zoom H6n Portable Recorder
Rode NTG-2 Shotgun Microphone
Rode Boom Pole
Rode WS6 Wind Sock
Electro-Voice R300 L Wireless Lavalier Microphone System
Shure SVX14/CVL Wireless Presenter System
Clapboard

Live Sound Training Inventory

The inventory at our facility features a comprehensive selection of professional audio gear designed to support hands-on learning and practical experience. This includes high-end mixing consoles, advanced monitoring systems, a variety of industry-standard microphones, signal processors, powerful amplifiers, full backline equipment, and reliable in-ear monitor systems. Together, these tools provide students with a fully equipped platform to explore, set up, and manage real-world live sound environments in a controlled and educational setting.

Microphones & DI
Model	Type	Quantity
AKG D112	Dynamic	2
Electro-Voice C09	Dynamic	7
Electro-Voice Desktop	Goose-Neck	1
Electro-Voice ND468	Dynamic	2
Electro-Voice ND767	Dynamic	2
Electro-Voice ND96	Dynamic	1
Electro-Voice P35	Dynamic	3
Electro-Voice PC	Boundary	1
Electro-Voice PL 37	Condenser	2
Electro-Voice PL33	Dynamic	1
Electro-Voice PL44	Dynamic	3
Electro-Voice R300	Wireless	4
Electro-Voice RE 90L	Condenser	1
Electro-Voice RE920TX	Condenser	1
Electro-Voice RE92H	Condenser	3
Electro-Voice RE97LTX	Wireless	1
Shure 91A	Boundary	1
Shure SM57	Dynamic	4
Shure SM58	Dynamic	4
Shure ULDX4	Wireless	2
Klark Teknik DN100	DI Box	3
BSS AR 133	DI Box	3
Monterbo Stage 1.1	DI Box	2
ARX - AV Plus Stereo	DI Box	1
Mixing Consoles
Midas M32 with DL-32 Stage Box
Avid Venue SC48
Yamaha LS9 32
Soundcraft Si Impact
QSC Touch Mix 16
Allen & Heath ML 5000
Dynacord CMS 1600-3
Dynacord CMS 2200-3
Yamaha MG166CX
Yamaha MG12/4
Peavy PV-10
External Processors & Backlines
Electro-Voice DC One Speaker Management System
Electro-Voice DX46 Speaker Management System
dbx PA+ Speaker Management System
dbx 231s Graphic Equalizer
dbx 231 Graphic Equalizer
Digi Tech RP-55 Guitar Processor
Hartke 400XL Bass Cabinet with HA3500 Amplifier
Fender Twin Reverb 65 Guitar Amplifier
Roland KC-200 Keyboard Amplifier
Calor Custom Valve Guitar Amplifier
Monitoring System
Model	Type	Quantity
Behringer P1	Wired IEM	3
DB Basic	Point Source	2
Electro-Voice CP 4000S	Amplifier	4
Electro-Voice ELX -112P	Point Source	4
Electro-Voice ELX 118P	Sub-Woofer	4
Electro-Voice ETX 15SP	Sub-Woofer	2
Electro-Voice ETX 35 P	Point Source	2
Electro-Voice Q-1212	Amplifier	6
Electro-Voice Q-99	Amplifier	2
Electro-Voice QRX 218S	Sub-Woofer	8
Electro-Voice TOUR X 2152	Sub-Woofer	2
Electro-Voice XLD 281 Line Array	Line Source	12
Electro-Voice ZLX 12P	Point Source	6
Electro-Voice ZLX 15P	Point Source	4
Electro-Voice ZX A1	Point Source	2
Electro-Voice ZX A1	Sub-Woofer	2
HK E-210	Sub-Woofer	2
HK E-435	Column	6
Quest QSA 200-I	Point Source	2
Sennheiser EW G4	Wireless IEM	3

— Other Facilities —

Digital Audio Mixers

Venue SC48 – Live Sound Reinforcement console
SoundCraft SI Impact
SoundCraft VI 16
QSC Touchmix
Yamaha 02R broadcasting and Mixing digital console
Yamaha 01V96i broadcasting and Studio console
Yamaha LS9 – 32 Live Sound Reinforcement console

Digital Audio Work Stations

Pro-tools 003
Pro-tools 001
Pro-tools M-box
M-Audio Fast Track Pro
Steinberg UR22
Steinberg UR RT22

Analog Audio Mixers

Mackie 16-8 Studio console.
TOPAZ 24-8 live and studio-audio console.
Yamaha MG – 24 live and studioaudio console.
DYANACORD CMS-2200 live and studio-audio console.
DYANACORD CMS -1600 live and studio-audio console.
PEAVY PV-10 Studio Console
Yamaha M G-12/4 Audio Console.
KORG Live recording & Mixing Console

Live sound reinforcement platform

At SEA, you will be immersed in the dynamic world of Live Sound, one of the most technically demanding and fast-paced areas of the audio industry. This segment requires precision, quick decision making, and a deep understanding of sound reinforcement technologies. You will gain hands-on experience with a wide range of systems, from basic ground stack setups to world class line array systems used in international concerts. The training covers the planning, setup, and execution of small, medium, and large scale live events, all aligned with global industry standards. With expert guidance and practical exposure, SEA ensures that you are well equipped to handle the real world challenges of live audio. In India, such in-depth and specialized training in Live Sound is uniquely offered at SEA, making it the premier destination for aspiring live sound engineers.