Microphone manufacturer Sontronics and the Abbey Road Institute have jointly announced the new Sontronics Scholarship, designed to support and inspire the next generation of music producers and sound engineers. This initiative offers one aspiring candidate the opportunity to study at Abbey Road Institute London on the one-year Advanced Diploma in Music Production and Sound Engineering, with Sontronics funding their full tuition.

For more than 20 years, Sontronics has crafted microphones trusted by musicians, producers and engineers worldwide – including within Abbey Road Studios itself. The Institute, launched by Abbey Road and Universal Music in 2015, has become synonymous with excellence in music production education Ggraduates are now shaping the future of the industry with more than 90 per cent of alumni working in music and audio-related jobs within six months of graduation. Recent successes coming out of the London school include multiple Grammy nominations, along with recognition from MPG and the Billboard Top 10.

The Sontronics Scholarship offers more than financial support as it includes a bespoke package of Sontronics microphones and accessories, providing the recipient with the tools needed to reach their full potential. Throughout their studies, the scholarship recipient will share their journey, providing insights into their creative growth as a Sontronics Ambassador and showcasing how the prestigious microphones play a key role in their projects.

‘Having studied in the first cohort of students at Abbey Road Institute in London, I know first-hand the quality of education and opportunity this scholarship will provide,’ says Chris Cook, Head of Sales at Sontronics.

‘We’re thrilled to join forces with Abbey Road Institute to provide this opportunity,’ adds Sean Higgins, Head of Marketing at Sontronics. ‘We believe in investing in the future of music, and this scholarship is a way for us to champion emerging talent while showcasing how Sontronics microphones can empower creators to bring their ideas to life.’

Applications for the scholarship will be open to aspiring music producers, sound engineers and creators worldwide, with a focus on identifying individuals with the potential to thrive and an aspiration to hone their skills in this highly respected programme. Those applying will go through a competitive selection process, and the successful candidate will enrol in autumn at Abbey Road Institute in London. The final selection will enable the panel to identify and choose a recipient who embodies the passion, talent, and dedication that this scholarship seeks to foster.

Applicants should be 18-25 years old at the time of enrolment, and exhibit strong potential, motivation, and a genuine commitment to developing skills in music production and sound engineering. They will need to complete and submit their application for the Diploma and the Sontronics scholarship online via the Abbey Road Institute website. The Application Deadline is 6 June 2025.

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