Sound and Recording: An IntroductionThis bestselling book introduces you to the principles of sound, perception, audio technology and systems. Providing vital reading for audio students and trainee engineers, this guide is ideal for anyone concerned with audio, sound and recording who wants a really good grounding in theory and industry practice. Now with numerous updates, including a new chapter on sound quality, expanded information on sequencing and synchronization, and updated chapters on digital audio, loudspeakers and mixers. * Best-selling text provides more than an introduction to audio and sound recording in an easily digestible format. * "Fact Files" give succinct information on the areas covered, addressing key points to aid the learning process * Covers the latest digital recording technology, formats, and computer based interfaces * Stereo and surround sound principles described in detail |
Contents
CHAPTER 1 What is Sound? | 1 |
CHAPTER 2 Auditory Perception | 29 |
CHAPTER 3 Microphones | 47 |
CHAPTER 4 Loudspeakers | 79 |
CHAPTER 5 Mixers | 107 |
CHAPTER 6 Analog Recording | 167 |
CHAPTER 7 Noise Reduction | 189 |
CHAPTER 8 Digital Audio Principles | 201 |
CHAPTER 12 Lines and Interconnection | 353 |
CHAPTER 13 Plugins and Outboard Equipment | 381 |
CHAPTER 14 MIDI and Synthetic Audio Control | 397 |
CHAPTER 15 Synchronization | 453 |
CHAPTER 16 TwoChannel Stereo | 471 |
CHAPTER 17 Surround Sound | 509 |
CHAPTER 18 Sound Quality | 563 |
Record Players | 591 |
CHAPTER 9 Digital Recording Editing and
Mastering Systems | 257 |
CHAPTER 10 Digital Audio Formats and Interchange | 299 |
CHAPTER 11 Power Amplifiers | 341 |
Glossary of Terms | 601 |
GENERAL FURTHER READING | 609 |
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