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Digital Transformation in Music Education: A Case Study of Woosong College's SIMUSIC Department

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Technology Category	Automation & Control - Automation & Process Control Systems Processors & Edge Intelligence - Embedded & Edge Computers
Applicable Industries	Education Equipment & Machinery
Use Cases	Time Sensitive Networking Track & Trace of Assets
Services	System Integration Training
Challenge	Woosong College's SIMUSIC Department, a renowned institution for music education in South Korea, was facing the challenge of transitioning from analog mixing to digital. The existing C\|24 controller was integrated with Pro Tools exclusively, limiting the department's ability to support other popular Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). The department needed a digital mixing system that would not only facilitate this transition but also provide expanded control options for Pro Tools and other DAWs. The challenge was to find a solution that would be user-friendly for beginner students, yet advanced enough for seasoned professionals. The solution also needed to be durable and reliable, as students would be the primary users. Read More
About Customer	The customer in this case study is Woosong College's SIMUSIC Department. The department has been home to some of the biggest names in K-Pop and is led by Sung Cheol Lim, an adjunct professor. The department's curriculum covers general music production techniques, with a focus on recording and mixing. Professor Lim's mission is to help his students become truly independent music professionals. The department was in desperate need of an update to its recording studio, where lectures are held. The department's decision to bring in the new Avid S6 system had a far-reaching constructive and innovative impact, as it led to the entire curriculum being renewed and updated. Read More
Solution	The department decided to add an Avid S6 system to their recording studio. This system enabled more accurate volume control and allowed for innovative workflows, such as connecting third-party DAW software in addition to Pro Tools to the same system. The Avid S6 system was built and designed for world-class professionals, providing an exceptional level of detail. It was intuitive and efficient, making it user-friendly for beginner students. The department also added a host of new equipment, including built-in mic preamps and EQs, external preamps, and compressors. The Avid S6 system was the first of its kind to be installed in South Korea, marking a significant upgrade for the department. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Automation & Control - Automation & Process Control Systems

Processors & Edge Intelligence - Embedded & Edge Computers

Applicable Industries

Education

Equipment & Machinery

Use Cases

Time Sensitive Networking

Track & Trace of Assets

Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

Woosong College's SIMUSIC Department, a renowned institution for music education in South Korea, was facing the challenge of transitioning from analog mixing to digital. The existing C|24 controller was integrated with Pro Tools exclusively, limiting the department's ability to support other popular Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). The department needed a digital mixing system that would not only facilitate this transition but also provide expanded control options for Pro Tools and other DAWs. The challenge was to find a solution that would be user-friendly for beginner students, yet advanced enough for seasoned professionals. The solution also needed to be durable and reliable, as students would be the primary users.

About Customer

The customer in this case study is Woosong College's SIMUSIC Department. The department has been home to some of the biggest names in K-Pop and is led by Sung Cheol Lim, an adjunct professor. The department's curriculum covers general music production techniques, with a focus on recording and mixing. Professor Lim's mission is to help his students become truly independent music professionals. The department was in desperate need of an update to its recording studio, where lectures are held. The department's decision to bring in the new Avid S6 system had a far-reaching constructive and innovative impact, as it led to the entire curriculum being renewed and updated.

Solution

The department decided to add an Avid S6 system to their recording studio. This system enabled more accurate volume control and allowed for innovative workflows, such as connecting third-party DAW software in addition to Pro Tools to the same system. The Avid S6 system was built and designed for world-class professionals, providing an exceptional level of detail. It was intuitive and efficient, making it user-friendly for beginner students. The department also added a host of new equipment, including built-in mic preamps and EQs, external preamps, and compressors. The Avid S6 system was the first of its kind to be installed in South Korea, marking a significant upgrade for the department.

Impact #1	The introduction of the Avid S6 system had a transformative impact on the SIMUSIC Department. It not only facilitated the transition from analog to digital but also enhanced the department's music production capabilities. The system's intuitive and efficient design proved to be a winning formula, as it was advanced enough for seasoned professionals yet user-friendly for beginner students. The system's support for both Pro Tools and Logic streamlined the department's overall program, reducing the time students had to spend learning and adapting to new tools. The Avid S6 system also empowered students to produce their own albums, injecting a fresh wave of creative power into the department. The system's installation marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the department, enabling students to focus more on becoming creative artists without any unnecessary technical hassle.

Impact #1

The introduction of the Avid S6 system had a transformative impact on the SIMUSIC Department. It not only facilitated the transition from analog to digital but also enhanced the department's music production capabilities. The system's intuitive and efficient design proved to be a winning formula, as it was advanced enough for seasoned professionals yet user-friendly for beginner students. The system's support for both Pro Tools and Logic streamlined the department's overall program, reducing the time students had to spend learning and adapting to new tools. The Avid S6 system also empowered students to produce their own albums, injecting a fresh wave of creative power into the department. The system's installation marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the department, enabling students to focus more on becoming creative artists without any unnecessary technical hassle.

Benefit #1	The Avid S6 system allowed for the adjustment of volumes for multiple tracks at once, increasing efficiency.
Benefit #2	The system's support for both Pro Tools and Logic eliminated the need for two separate rooms, saving space and resources.
Benefit #3	The system's user-friendly interface reduced the learning curve for students, saving time and enhancing productivity.

Benefit #1

The Avid S6 system allowed for the adjustment of volumes for multiple tracks at once, increasing efficiency.

Benefit #2

The system's support for both Pro Tools and Logic eliminated the need for two separate rooms, saving space and resources.

Benefit #3

The system's user-friendly interface reduced the learning curve for students, saving time and enhancing productivity.

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Digital Transformation in Music Education: A Case Study of Woosong College's SIMUSIC Department

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