"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.This book condenses years of information and technology into one source. The contributors are the leading experts in their fields. It reflects current practice covering all the fundamental aspects of sound engineering.

About the Author

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.

Reviews

"Truly an easily accessible compendium of vast stores of information from the theoretical to the practicable, Handbook For Sound Engineers is for audiophiles, recording engineers, or anybody looking for authoritative and in-depth answers to audio and sonic questions." - Barry Rudolph, www.barryrudolph.com
"This is one of the best sources for audio information."
Jay Kadis, Stanford University
"The book is a wonderful resource."
Cliff Edwards, Manager of Broadcast Engineering, Texas Southern University
"The audio industry has seen many changes since the previous edition, particularly in the digital area, all of which are included in this edition." - audioXpress
"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."
Thes One, from People Under The Stairs - quoted in Remix Magazine
..".a worth-while investment by anyone invo