Audio
Adamson Systems
Tutorial videos elevate the performance of Adamson products in the market by optimizing their application in the field.
American Music and Sound/Allen and Heath University
Audio Mixers and Processors-Rolling set of training events, both virtual and in person, as well as white papers regarding some of the new technology they are creating. White papers give information about their technologies and how they fit into the world of audio. Allen & Heath University (AHU) offers free online and in-person training on a variety of Allen & Heath products – including full certification courses on their flagship dLive series and their AHM matrix processors. Courses cover hardware, software, and recommended operation.
Atlona Academy
They train dealers, distributors, employees, and end-users on Atlona product lines, but also the general aspects of the audio-video industry. You will walk through the basic elements of audio, video, networking, cabling, and control, as well as understanding your laptop as a tool. Whether you are new to Atlona or new to the industry, they will help you better understand the elements of your industry without wasting time but helping you do your job better and faster. Registration is required.
AV Educate
AV Educate is a non-profit 501c3 organization that provides comprehensive online and in-person training, from basic to advanced, for corporate and live events.
AVID Learning
Recognized as the leader in media technology solutions, Avid is committed to your success. Whether you want to maximize operational efficiency at your organization, validate your or your team’s skills and capabilities with Avid Certification, or obtain the skills required to excel in today’s top music, film, television, and news production facilities, Avid Learning, offers in-depth role-based training and certification solutions to help you achieve ongoing success. Here are free Video tutorials for Media Composer, FastServe, MediaCentral, S6 Workflows, and more.
Behringer
Behringer’s YouTube channel has a selection of tutorials for a range of their products: drum machines, pedals, pre-amps, and more.
Biamp
Starting with Tesira, Biamp has completely redesigned its training approach to be role-based rather than one-size-fits-all. Instead of requiring participants to complete all courses, they now offer targeted training paths based on specific job roles, which dramatically increases relevance and reduces time requirements. Registration is required.
Cherry Audio Voltage Modular Nucleus
The Voltage Modular Nucleus is currently free for everybody. It's a complete modular synthesis package with 22 modules and over 130 presets for OSX and Windows.
Crown Audio Amplifier Training
These videos are designed to help integrators and contractors become more familiar with the basic operation of the Crown Audio amplifiers.
DAS Audio
Webinars are designed to transmit theoretical knowledge about the use of their systems. They allow users to receive online training from DAS engineers and interact with them at any time during the presentation.
d&b audio tutorials
These videos are handy preparation for seminars and workshops, to expand or refresh the grey cells after a training session, or if you want to know more about how to get the best out of combining d&b components in the system workflow. The videos have been divided into chapters, each focusing on a particular topic to enable information to be accessed quickly and easily, or for viewing in sequence for a complete step-by-step guide. You can also sign up for webinars here.
DiGiCo Consoles
This YouTube channel covers DiGiCo sound console product use.
DPA Mic University
Materials and videos include Proper Microphone Hygiene, Binaural Recording Techniques, How to Mic a Drum Kit, and more.
Extron Institute
Requires an account to access the material. If you are an Extron customer — a reseller, consultant, education professional, or AV technician — you are invited to become an Extron Insider for access to their resources and training. Designed for AV professionals, Extron Institute offers learning opportunities to help you master both fundamental and advanced AV knowledge. Whether you’re advancing your career, enhancing your professional skills, or earning industry renewal units, Extron has the right training for you. Choose from self-paced online courses or interactive sessions with our expert instructors—whatever fits your schedule and learning style.
HARMAN Professional Training
A wide variety of online courses, webinars, and certification classes covering Audio, Lighting, and Video.
Idle Hands Podcast
In this ten-part series, veteran broadcast audio mixer or A1, Andrew Stoakley talks with eleven A1’s about what got them interested in the craft and why we love what it is we do. This series is not about the nuts and bolts of the job; it was intended to be a conversation between two or three people who love what they do and why they do it.
INNOVA
The online, on-demand learning platform brought to you by ESTA and USITT offers free courses in powered hoist systems, theatrical fog, lighting control systems, microphone sanitation, wire rope ladders, and more. Whether you are seeking continuing education credits or simply wish to increase your knowledge, INNOVA’s programming allows you to view courses from anywhere at any time.
L-Acoustics
Webinars and discussions from L-Acoustics’s YouTube channel regarding their line arrays, speakers, software, and other products
Legrand AV Academy
A variety of courses in the a/v industry. From installation to design, Legrand has it all. Registration is required.
Martin Audio Product and Software Courses
Martin Audio offers a program of training workshops, webinars, and video tutorials to help users understand their products and optimize their deployment safely and efficiently.
Meyer Sound Laboratories
Links to in-person learning and YouTube channel on sound solutions that include self-powered sound reinforcement loudspeakers, digital audio systems, passive and active acoustic systems, cinema sound systems, and sound measurement tools for the professional audio industry.
Moviola Filmmaker Video Courses
Comprehensive video-based training designed to equip you for professional filmmaking as quickly as possible. Subjects include screenwriting, lighting, sound, production, and more. Each lesson is deeply condensed to get you up to speed on the topic in the time it takes to sip an overpriced latte.
MZed
There are a lot of lessons at MZed that you can watch for free without having to purchase a course or enrolling in an MZed Pro subscription. The only requirement is to create a login, which you can do here. Courses free to stream include the first lesson of Cinema Sound (Recording: Process, Perfection, and Purpose) - an hour-and-a-half lesson on recording theory and Hollywood secrets in quality audio production; a 20-minute lesson on “free lensing” from Philip Bloom’s Cinematic Masterclass; and more.
Pooch and Rabold
YouTube channel with videos from Pooch, who is a tenured and acclaimed Producer, Engineer, and Live Sound Engineer. His track record of recognition for flawless engineering started from Berklee College of Music through three Grammy nominations and a history of Platinum and Gold Records. He is the FOH Engineer and production master behind Jay-Z, Travis Scott, Justin Bieber, Iron Maiden, KISS, Guns & Roses, System of a Down, etc. and holds close to a dozen FOH Engineer accolades.
Practical Show Tech
“Practical Show Tech” – a series of informative webinars. There is a variety of topics, from discussing techniques and platforms to diving into comm workflows and organizing your comms systems, making this a great way to spend an idle hour or two, while simultaneously adding to your knowledge and understanding of show production. Their webpage includes a handy glossary of industry terms.
QLab
QLab offers one central place to build your sound, video, lighting, and show control cues. Create intricate designs and have the flexibility to change them quickly. The cookbook is a collection of projects, examples, and experiments using a broad range of QLab programming techniques, including AppleScript, OSC, external control using QLab Remote, third-party MIDI and OSC controllers, and other software.
QSC Training
Hundreds of video courses with new modules produced as QSC technology develops and grows. Courses include how to set up and work with various QSC products, such as audio mixers and line array speakers.
Rational Acoustics Training
In-person, online, and webinar tutorials for the Smaart platform.
Renkus-Heinz Loudspeakers
Renkus-Heinz is a recognized world leader in professional loudspeaker technology. These educational videos include information about many of their technologies and techniques.
Sennheiser Sound
Tutorials and Guides and Seminars on a wide range of topics from RF and microphone basics to roundtable discussions with sound engineers.
Shure Audio Institute Online Training
Online training for Shure products, their application, and best practices through online learning, educational publications, and webinars.
Solid State Logic
Audio console design videos featuring the concepts, features, and creative approaches to audio production in music, broadcast, and film post-production.
SoundGym
Learn the practical skills that you need to become a live sound engineer: soundboards, mixing desks, microphones, equalization, effects, dynamic control, acoustics, direct boxes, cables, sound checks, PA systems, and much more.
Sound Speeds
This YouTube channel is devoted to improving the quality of your sound. From production audio to podcasting, they share tips and tricks that will help you produce better-sounding sound.
USITT Webinars
USITT has a variety of webinars and online classes, including lighting, costuming, digital media, safety, scenic design, and more. Some are free to USITT members but charge a small fee for non-members. Others have a fee associated with them. The innova courses are free for everyone.
Yamaha Audioversity
A combination of recorded Zoom sessions and in-person classes. Additional links for various Yamaha products also include manuals and tutorials for several Yamaha products
Waves
Online training for audio networking and real-time processing. There’s a wide range of topics from video tutorials to online courses and more. Some are no cost, and Waves Creative Access offers a subscription plan for all access.