Creating the bridge between creative expression and technical expertise
Playback University

Discover your passion

Are you a music producer, engineer, or musician interested in getting a solid foot in the music industry?  Have you ever dreamt of touring the world with artists or bands?  Join us today for an opportunity to expand your skillset and discover new and exciting opportunities as an Ableton Playback Engineer, an emerging role in the live music world!

What is a Playback Engineer?

A Playback Engineer is the person responsible for collecting, organizing, recording, editing, and operating, or "playing back", the pre-recorded elements of a live performance. Playback Engineers come from many different backgrounds including musicians, music producers, and studio engineers. A good Playback Engineer is able to bridge the gap between the musicians on stage and the engineers and techs behind the stage, contributing to a seamless flow in a live show production.
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Real time instruction

Learn from industry experts

Our instructors are real industry professionals with years of Playback Engineering experience and are currently working globally with some of today's biggest artists including, H.E.R., Doja Cat, Jean Batiste, Charlie Puth, Ari Lennox, Teyana Taylor, Earth Gang, Janelle Monae, Ella Mae, and many more.
LEARN with interactive video lessons

Learn at your own pace with an interactive video tutorial experience that will keep you energized and engaged

Flexible payment options

Choose from a variety of payment options including monthly subscriptions, one time payments, and payment plans

COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Find inspiration and support as you connect with like-minded creatives in our active community

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OUR COMMUNITY

Playback University is all about community - both online and offline. Join our community of passionate learners, talented professionals, and creatives who are looking to share their knowledge and ideas, expand their network, and find success in the ever evolving world of music!
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Frequently Asked Questions

What can you offer that I cannot get at other online schools?

With us you will have the opportunity to learn from actual industry professionals who are currently on tour with some of the industries top artists. Our instructors are involved in this industry in a variety of aspects from live show production to studio production which brings a unique and wholistic perspective to this course.

Do I need previous experience ?

This course is geared towards those who have some kind of audio related experience, whether it be audio engineering, music production, or live show production, but the course can be taken even with no prior experience. For those starting from absolutely no experience, we will be offering an Audio Basics course in the very near future.

What do I need to take this course

For this course you will need:

Laptop or computer

Ableton Live 9 or higher

When can I start the course?

You may enroll any day of the year. Be online and start studying within a matter of seconds after enrolling.

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