Understanding Loudness is interesting viewing for anyone affected by the new loudness standards in live broadcast and post-production audio and is presented by Pro Tools Expert editor, Mike Thornton. Here's the details direct from the press release we received...

A new loudness approach
The broadcast audio sector has seen a seismic shift from working to peak audio levels towards normalizing to the new loudness specifications - ATSC A/85 for the US and Canada and EBU R128 for Europe. Anyone involved in creating and delivering broadcast content needs to understand the implications for their workflow and their clients.

The comprehensive guide
In five short tutorials Thornton delivers an engaging course in understanding loudness: its history and why we need it, how the new standard has been developed, how to calibrate your monitors for loudness-compliant content, and tips and tricks for successful mixing to loudness in both live and post production contexts.

An expert in your pocket
Thornton is an experienced audio training guru, delivering loudness training courses to broadcasters across the UK, Europe and beyond. This is a great opportunity to benefit from his expert insight, accessed at your convenience on your own device.

In short:

• Comprehensive guide to loudness and the new loudness standards affecting the broadcast audio industry.
• Delivered by audio expert Mike Thornton.
• Available as 5 video lessons delivered to your computer, tablet or other compatible devices including iPhone, iPad, AppleTV (via AirPlay), Android Phones and Tablets running Android OS KitKat (version 4.3) or higher & Google Chrome, and ChromeCast.
• Rent the whole series for one year for $49.99, to watch as often as you like.

Pricing and Availability:
$49.99 (one year's rental)

More information:

• Understanding Loudness