Welcome to Pinnacle College

Founded in 1972, Pinnacle College (formerly Sound Master Recording Engineer School) is the first school of its kind in California. Our Recording Engineer and Video Game Sound Design programs provide professional-level instruction that puts you on the path to a career in Music and Sound. With campuses in both Los Angeles and Sacramento, your sound production education is within reach.

We offer small classes, hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology and a curriculum that balances academic lectures and practical workshops in our own professional studios. Whether you’re interested in sound for games, recording engineering, music production, mixing and mastering, Audio/Video Post Production or music composition, at Pinnacle College, you will hone the skills you need to perform at the highest level. Our alumni have been honored with numerous industry awards, earning Pinnacle College a reputation as a leader in audio engineering education.

Pinnacle College is accredited by ACCET, a nationally recognized accrediting agency.