Handbook for Sound Engineers: The New Audio Cyclopedia

Glen Ballou, Editor

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ISBN 10: 0672219832 ISBN 13: 9780672219832

Published by H.W. Sams, 1987

Language: English

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Hardcover in publisher's original cloth binding with dust jacket. First edition, 1987. Howard W. Sams & Company Audio Library series. Book is in good condition - embossed cloth covers are clean, dust jacket shows light wear, binding is tight, pages are bright and unmarked. Previous owner's name on inside front cover has been blacked out with marker - no other markings, highlighting, or annotations. A massive, comprehensive reference for audio and sound engineers. Note: this is a heavy book - shipping weight will be reflected in shipping cost. From a private collection. Ships carefully packed.

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Title: Handbook for Sound Engineers: The New Audio Cyclopedia
Publisher: H.W. Sams
Publication Date: 1987
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0672219832
ISBN 13: 9780672219832
Binding: Hardcover
Edition: 1st Edition
Condition: Good
Dimensions: 10 inches width by 7.99 inches height by 3 inches depth
Weight: 5.5 pounds

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* Explains MIDI, cinema sound, transformers, and compact discs
* Condenses years of information and technology into one source
* Details sound system design and proper installation techniques for many applications
* The most complete audio information available
* A major reference, ideal for sound engineers written by some of the top experts in the field, including F. Alton Everest on acoustics and audio room design and Glen Ballou on electronic components, circuits and equipment. Ken Pohlmann explains compact discs, Dale Manquen covers magnetic recording and digital recording, and Dave Huber provides a new chapter on MIDI. In addition, there is update coverage of sound system design and installation, hard-to-find details on loudspeaker and enclosure design, and coverage of typical audio circuitry.

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