Handbook for Sound Engineers by Glen Ballou

Handbook for Sound Engineers by Glen Ballou

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Suitable for audio engineers, this book covers the fundamental aspects of sound engineering. It also features contributors who cover audio topics such as: compact discs and DVDs; MIDI; amplifier design and outdoor sound systems; audio transformers and preamplifiers; and computer-aided sound system design and acoustics for concert halls.

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Handbook for Sound Engineers by Glen Ballou

Handbook for Sound Engineers is the most comprehensive reference available for audio engineers. All audio topics are explored: if you work on anything related to audio you should not be without this book! The 4th edition of this trusted reference has been updated to reflect changes in the industry since the publication of the 3rd edition in 2002 -- including new technologies like software-based recording systems such as Pro Tools and Sound Forge; digital recording using MP3, wave files and others; mobile audio devices such as iPods and MP3 players. Over 40 topics are covered and written by many of the top professionals for their area in the field, including Glen Ballou on interpretation systems, intercoms, assistive listening, and image projection; Ken Pohlmann on compact discs and DVDs; David Miles Huber on MIDI; Dr. Eugene Patronis on amplifier design and outdoor sound systems; Bill Whitlock on audio transformers and preamplifiers; Pat Brown on fundamentals and gain structures; Ray Rayburn on virtual systems and digital interfacing; and Dr. Wolfgang Ahnert on computer-aided sound system design and acoustics for concert halls.
"There's a book out there called Handbook for Sound Engineers, Third Edition, and it pretty much explains everything..It's like the Bible. I keep it right under my bed." --Remix Magazine
"...a worth-while investment by anyone involved in audio electronics or acoustics. Well recommended."--Lighting and Sound magazine
Glen Ballou has been a Syn-Aud-Con representative, has served as governor and convention chairman of the Audio Engineering Society (AES), and has been a member of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE). He is a regular contributor to S&VC magazine on a variety of subjects, and is the contributing editor of The Contractor's Toolbox.
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ISBN 13 9780240809694
ISBN 10 0240809696
Title Handbook for Sound Engineers
Author Glen Ballou
Series Audio Engineering Society Presents
Condition Unavailable
Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Year published 2008-10-02
Number of pages 1778
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.