Music Production & Audio Engineering Award
Start your career in studio recording & production
Start your career in studio recording & production
Point Blank’s Music Production & Audio Engineering Award will teach you all the essentials necessary to make professional-sounding tracks from start to finish. Choose your preferred DAW (Ableton Live or Apple Logic Pro) and learn everything you need to know to produce great music, such as programming drums, editing MIDI, using virtual instruments and effects, mixing down your tracks, and much more. You'll also learn best practices for engineering and recording drums, bass, guitar, and singers in the studio before getting to grips with our 32-channel SSL Origin desk. This program is taught by professionals who’ve worked with the likes of Flying Lotus, Skrillex, Swedish House Mafia, and more.
All enrolled students are entitled to receive a copy of Ableton Live 11 Suite ($749 value) or Apple Logic Pro X ($199 value) included with the program, and to take part in exclusive masterclasses from guests like Mark de Clive-Lowe, Laura Escude (Jay Z, Kanye West), Daddy Kev (Low End Theory), and Jimmy Mac (Lorde). You will also benefit from extended practice time on our state-of-the-art Apple iMac M1 workstations variously equipped with Ableton Live, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, Native Instruments Komplete, Roland Cloud, Roland TR-6S drum sequencers, Ableton Push 2 and Novation Launchpad & Launchkey controllers, Focusrite Scarlett audio interfaces, AudioTechnica headphones, and more. At Point Blank, we make it our priority to connect you to the music industry as you begin your journey and provide our students with free masterclasses, events, and networking opportunities.
Spaces are limited to ensure every student receives ample time with their instructor, so Enroll Now to guarantee your place!
Point Blank offers exclusive features and partner discounts to students in our LA School. Call a college Admissions Advisor now at (323) 594-8740 or Contact Us to get started!
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| Available start dates | 2023 | 2024 |
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| Weekly timetable | Two 4-hour classes each week for 10 weeks. Daytime, evening & weekend slots available. Contact us for details. | |
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After my first term at Point Blank I asked to move to a longer program, and it was the best decision. I have learnt invaluable skills from composition to mixing, and from what I was producing previously, my tracks are now sounding polished and professional. The instructors were brilliant, knowledgeable and helpful. They cared and had passion about what they were teaching, which meant they focused on the small details within the courses, a.k.a. the golden nuggets that they have learned throughout their careers. They even gave help freely when needed outside of class. I am using every tool since leaving PB, they've given more than what I expected, and I believe this is due to the excellent instructors they have. My only issue (if it is one) I am now broke from all the gear I have bought since I have left! But it's all worth it - highly recommended! - Ben, Music Composition student
An Ableton Certified Trainer and Pioneer DJ Battle Championship winner, Mikhail Arce-Ignacio (Mecha) is a versatile producer, engineer, music director, DJ and live electronic performer.
A founding member of world famous rap group N.W.A, Arabian Prince has written, rapped on, and produced some of the most influential tracks in the history of hip hop in an industry career spanning almost four decades.
Starting out in the '80's, Dave's incredible adventures include Psychic TV, Anne Clark, ONU Sound System, Andy Weatherall, Lee Scratch Perry, Billy Ray Martin, with countless albums and live projects.
An award-winning composer-producer, Grant's mix of "That's Christmas to Me" by Pentatonix has over 25 million Spotify plays. He's worked with Amazon & Sesame Studios and on platinum albums and Emmy-nominated TV shows.
DJ Markman incorporates classic 90s House with futuristic R&B, UK Garage & Bassline. Ableton Certified, his live sets pay homage to the energy that made his heroes sets, artists like Adamski, Orbital and the Chems, so compelling.
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| $4,795 payment in full |
| $100 reg fee + balance of $4,695 |
| $100 reg fee + $1,645 per month |
| See details during the enrollment process. Monthly installment plans are subject to a 5% convenience fee which is already included in the price shown above. |
Students in this program receive software included with tuition and enjoy exclusive discounts including but not limited to:
Recently nominated for a Latin Grammy Award, Tropical Reggaeton producer Bryan Dotel has had great success after graduating from PBLA, including amassing more than a million views on YouTube.
Cathleen has been dancing all her life & already accomplished a bunch of amazing things while studying at PB. She toured with Kanye West as part of his creative team and is a DJ and classically trained pianist.
PBLA Certificate student Travis is a KCRW DJ spinning lost un-classics, playful electronics, spine-snapping breaks and a quirky selection of mind-melting grooves by the pound. Served fresh weekly.
PBLA graduate Gina holds residencies in top California night clubs, tours internationally & plays festivals around the world from Rhythm & Vines in New Zealand, to Soundwave Canada & Burning Man.
Kamel aka Dead-Tones is Guy Gerber’s protege, personal assistant and tour manager. Over Summer he is based in Ibiza as Rumours' main resident, and has releases on labels including Kindisch, Motek, Dialtones Records.
Co-founder of 'A Club Called Rhonda', has organized parties in LA & beyond for the past 8 years. Known for its stylish crowd and underground vibe, Rhonda hosts up-and-coming DJs and artists alike.
None at all! Every Point Blank student has access to their own fully-equipped workstation in class and during their practical studio work outside of class time. If you decide to purchase equipment for your own home studio, we will be happy to help you arrange student discounts from our leading industry partners including Apple, Ableton, Pioneer, Native Instruments, Serato, Izotope, Waves, and more.
For each 10-week course within in this program, class meets once per week for 4 hours (with a 15-minute break included) at one of the following session times:
10:00am – 2:00pm (Morning Session)
2:30pm – 6:30pm (Afternoon Session)
7:00pm – 11:00pm (Evening Session)
Some programs contain up to 4 courses per quarter, so check the "Key Info" section on each program page to see how many classes you'll be attending each week. Classes are scheduled before the start of each quarter; call (323) 594-8740 for the most up-to-date information on scheduling and class availability. Our facilities are also open for student use seven days a week, giving you valuable studio time to make your music and reinforce your new skills outside of class sessions.
Point Blank has partnered with Upstart Housing to provide our students with inexpensive and conveniently-located housing options in Silver Lake, Echo Park, East Hollywood, and more. Most of our housing locations include built-in recording studio spaces. There are many other options for student housing accommodations near Point Blank LA; please visit our Student Accommodation page for more info.
Yes. Classes are usually available in the evening and on weekends, and we will be happy to arrange a class schedule that works around your other professional commitments. Please check with an Admissions Officer to see what scheduling options are available by calling (323) 594-8740 or completing this form.
International students have different options for attending Point Blank classes depending on their country of origin. These include the B2 visitor visa, the ESTA visa waiver program, and more. We do not offer F or M student visas at this time.
Further information for international students can be found here. Please call (323) 594-8740 or contact us for assistance.
If you have further questions, don't be shy! Just call (323) 594-8740 or contact one of our friendly Admissions Advisors who will be more than happy to help.