Sound and Recording: An Introduction
- Book Review,
by Francis Rumsey
From Book News, Inc.
Rumsey (sound recording, U. of Surrey, England) and McCormick (a professional in audio electronics and theater sound) provide a textbook for audio engineering students, and a review for working engineers that is broad in theory and coverage but focused on the principles of audio recording and reproduction. In addition to conventional topics such as MIDI, digital audio and time code, comprehensive coverage of commonly misunderstood subjects such as the decibel, balanced lines, reference levels and metering systems is included. The fourth edition offers updated chapters on surround sound, spatial perception, DVD-A, SACD, Direct Stream Digital, MiniDisc, assignable digital mixing consoles and distributed-mode loudspeakers.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Review
Reviews of previous editions:
'I rate the book very highly and use it regularly when teaching. It excels in explaining the technical side of sound recording and is a must-read for beginners and professionals alike.'
Ian Hu, Principal, School of Sound Recording, Manchester (UK)
'Not one day has passed when I haven't turned to this book. It should be renamed "Sound Recording Bible".'
A reader, Amazon.co.uk
'As a self-taught sound engineer and technician, I found the book extremely well written, easy to understand, and not biased towards a single application (such as PA or music). It has certainly helped to fill some gaps in my knowledge, particularly of why things are done in a certain way, rather than just how to do them.'
A reader, Amazon.co.uk
'Definitely the best book on recording matters I have ever read... Something more than simply an introduction, it may be of great interest to everyone concerned with audio, sound and recording.'
A reader, Amazon.co.uk
'A comprehensive and contemporary work that is eminently readable but never lightweight.'
Pro Sound News
'I can recommend that students should stay up past bedtime reading it.'
Ken Pohlmann, AES Journal
Review
Reviews of previous editions:
'I rate the book very highly and use it regularly when teaching. It excels in explaining the technical side of sound recording and is a must-read for beginners and professionals alike.'
Ian Hu, Principal, School of Sound Recording, Manchester (UK)
'Not one day has passed when I havenÂ’t turned to this book. It should be renamed "Sound Recording Bible".'
A reader, Amazon.co.uk
'As a self-taught sound engineer and technician, I found the book extremely well written, easy to understand, and not biased towards a single application (such as PA or music). It has certainly helped to fill some gaps in my knowledge, particularly of why things are done in a certain way, rather than just how to do them.'
A reader, Amazon.co.uk
'Definitely the best book on recording matters I have ever read... Something more than simply an introduction, it may be of great interest to everyone concerned with audio, sound and recording.'
A reader, Amazon.co.uk
'A comprehensive and contemporary work that is eminently readable but never lightweight.'
Pro Sound News
'I can recommend that students should stay up past bedtime reading it.'
Ken Pohlmann, AES Journal
Book Description
This popular and best-selling text introduces the principles of sound, perception, audio technology and systems. It offers vital reading for trainee engineers entering music recording, broadcasting and associated industries.
The fourth edition is packed with new material, including:
· a new chapter on surround sound
· greater detail on spatial perception
· new sections on DVD-A and SACD
· information about Direct Stream Digital (DSD), the MiniDisc, computer-based editing systems and their operation
· an expanded chapter on loudspeakers, now covering distributed-mode loudspeakers (DML) and a section on directivity and its control
· a closer look at assignable digital mixing consoles
· a glossary of terms
Technical information is presented in approachable language and is supplemented by regular 'Fact Files' illustrating key principles. As well as being an ideal teaching text, professionals already established in audio engineering will find this a useful 'back-to-basics' reference.
* A thorough introduction to the subject in an easily digestible form
* 'Fact Files' address key points and aid learning process
* Covers the latest digital recording technology, including surround sound, DVD, SACD, MP3 and MiniDisc
Book Info
Introduces the principles of sound, perception, audio technology and systems. Offers vital reading for trainee engineers entering music recording, broadcasting and associated industries. Softcover.
Card catalog description
Sound and Recording: An Introduction is designed principally as an easy-to-read reference for those at an early stage in their careers. For those students or trainee engineers entering music recording, broadcasting or associated industries this book will provide a vital introduction to the principles of sound, perception, audio technology and systems. Its is technically accurate whilst at the same time being approachable, having plentiful illustrations with key facts presented in self-contained 'Fact Files'.
From the Publisher
Other subjects covered include basic acoustics, auditory perception, mixing console layout and functions, analogue and digital recording, noise reduction, MIDI, timecode, synchronization, microphone principles and loudspeaker systems. Technical information is presented in straightforward language and is supplemented by ‘Fact File’ sections to illustrate key principles. As well as being an ideal teaching text, professionals already established will find this a useful 'back-to-basics' reference.
About the Author
Dr Francis Rumsey is a Reader in Sound Recording at the University of Surrey (UK) and a Fellow of the Audio Engineering Society. Formerly Deputy Head of sound at the Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester (UK) and has since worked at Klark Teknik and the RSC.
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