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The Microphone Book: A Guide to Microphone Design and Application
The Microphone Book: A Guide to Microphone Design and Application
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Author: John Eargle Publisher: Focal Press Format: Softcover # of Pages: 378 Pub. Date: 2004 ISBN-10: 0240519612 ISBN-13: 9780240519616 Edition: 2nd
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About the Book:
The Microphone Book is the only guide you will ever need to the latest in microphone technology, application and technique.
Written by a highly respected industry veteran and Grammy award winner, this new edition features, more on microphone arrays and wireless microphones; a new chapter on classic old models; the latest developments in surround; expanded advice on studio set up, recording and mic selection; improved layout for ease of reference; and even more illustrations.
Author John Eargle provides detailed analysis of the different types of microphones available. He then addresses their application through practical examples of actual recording sessions and studio operations. Surround sound is covered from both a creative and a technical viewpoint.
This classic reference takes you into the studio or concert hall to see how performers are positioned and how the best microphone array is determined. Problem areas such as reflections, studio leakage and isolation are analyzed from practical viewpoints. Creative solutions to such matters as stereo sound staging, perspective, and balance are also covered in detail. Recording and sound reinforcement engineers at all levels of expertise will find The Microphone Book an invaluable resource for learning the 'why' as well as the 'how' of choosing a microphone for any situation.
What people say:
"…this is a very interesting book which is well written and copiously illustrated with both graphs and pictures throughout. For anyone involved in using, specifying or manufacturing microphones this will prove an invaluable read." — Lighting and Sound International
"Besides being a 'must-have' reference source for recording engineers, producers or anybody who desires to better understand and utilize mics, The Microphone Book is an engaging read from its first chapter on microphone history to the 21st chapter and Eargle's unique take on classic microphones and their influence on the art and science of recording…. The Microphone Book is unique in its balance of broad and meticulously detailed practical information." — Music Connection magazine
About the Author:
John Eargle holds multiple degrees in music and engineering, and has consulted extensively on electroacoustical product development. Among the many artists he has recorded are the London Symphony Orchestra, the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Joe Williams, Ruth Brown and Etta James. |
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