SSR invests in new recording centre

MANCHESTER’S School of Sound Recording has invested a six figure sum in new recording studio facilities.

The college has created a new 1,500 sq ft Neve recording studio on the fourth floor of its Adrwick campus. The studio, which includes the latest audio visual and acoustic technology, is due to open to students and local musicians next month.     

The music education centre offers a range of vocational and academic courses up to degree level including Sound Engineering, Audio Engineering, Music Video Production and Radio Production. 

Wendy Breakell, director of SSR, said: “We are always looking to improve the training experience for our students and one way to do this is to ensure they have access to the latest hardware and technology. 

“Over the last few years we have made a significant investment in our facilities and this latest purchase is part of that ongoing strategy.”

Established 25 years ago by managing director John Breakell, School of Sound Recording has has Manchester bands such as The Smiths, Happy Mondays and Stone Roses pass through its doors to use the and rehearsal facilities.

Funding for the investment came from Lombard, the asset finance arm of The Royal Bank of Scotland.