Recording On A Budget

Author : Brent Edstrom
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 9780199792757
Total Pages : 272 pages
Book Rating : 4.55/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Recording on a Budget written by Brent Edstrom and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2010-12-06 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Audio recordings are the calling card with which musicians share and promote their work so a knowledge of recording techniques and technologies is essential to the 21st century musician. Recording On a Budget provides a comprehensive introduction to the recording arts from a budget-conscious perspective. Written by a professional musician and educator, this book is ideal for musicians, educators, music students, songwriters and hobbyists. A central theme of the book is that it is possible to make quality recordings with a modest selection of recording tools. Chapters cover the selection and use of all of the components of a project studio including microphones, mixer, computer, digital audio workstation software, and signal processors. Additional chapters provide a solid foundation in acoustics, audio recording, podcasting, mixing and mastering. The final chapter of the book features do-it-yourself projects that can be completed with a modest selection of tools. Most musicians have developed their ears to a high level so a special focus is placed on the development of recording technique through experimentation and the application of critical listening skills. The book is supported by an online resource of nearly 250 audio excerpts detailing all of the primary topics of the book. Recording on a Budget is ideal for: ? Musicians who are interested in recording a quality CD or demo ? Choir, orchestra, and band directors who want to record vocal or instrumental ensemble ? Student performers and composers who wish to record a performance or produce their own music ? Bands interested in recording live concerts or recording an album in a home studio ? Videographers interested in recording location sound, voice-overs or music ? Songwriters who wish to produce a quality demo ? Podcasters and ALL who want to make quality recordings without spending fortunes on equipment. Readers will learn ? to cut budget corners without sacrificing audio quality ? to choose the right microphone for the job (and where to place it) ? to assemble an equipment rack, mixing desk, and speakers stand ? to avoid common mistakes ? And to be creative and have fun with recording technology Visit the companion website at www.oup.com/us/recordingonabudget for free selection of sample recordings!

Author : Michael Shea
Publisher : Mcgraw-hill
ISBN 13 : 9780071387002
Total Pages : 366 pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Build A Small Budget Recording Studio From Scratch : With 12 Tested Designs written by Michael Shea and published by Mcgraw-hill. This book was released on 2002-05-29 with total page 366 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Real-life project plans that detail construction materials, applied design elements, as well as cost.

Author : Michael Shea
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.95/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Build a Small Budget Recording Studio from Scratch written by Michael Shea and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Mike Shea
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071782729
Total Pages : 465 pages
Book Rating : 4.22/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Build a Small Budget Recording Studio from Scratch 4/E written by Mike Shea and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2012-03-29 with total page 465 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Build a cutting-edge sound studio--at a price that's music to your ears How to Build a Small Budget Recording Studio from Scratch, Fourth Edition gives you detailed plans (including 12 studio designs with 23 constructed, tested, and acoustically tuned rooms from renowned acoustician, F. Alton Everest), and other resources for making your own professional-grade recording studio. Start from scratch with techniques, practical advice, and scientific know-how that guide you on how to construct everything from floor to ceiling and wall to wall. You'll get expert recommendations on materials and equipment, how to test and adjust the finished facility for frequency response and reverberation time; mathematical formulas and simple explanations of key scientific principles; and everything else a musician, sound engineer, producer, filmmaker, or hobbyist could possibly want. Coverage includes: Plans for purpose-specific studios (residential, commercial, instructional) How each music instrument creates sound -- and how to best record acoustical instruments Testing, measurement, and how to read acoustic specifications Premanufactured acoustic remedies Noise control (from HVAC equipment and other sources) Comes with exclusive bonus online content, including mathematical equations for acoustics, reverberation, music tempo, and pitch; listings of manufacturers of acoustic materials and test equipment; directions for how to read blueprints; and much more! Go to: www.mhprofessional.com/Shea4

Author : Frederick Alton Everest
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 318 pages
Book Rating : 4.69/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Build a Small Budget Recording Studio from Scratch-- with 12 Tested Designs written by Frederick Alton Everest and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 318 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how to build them & treat them acoustically, with emphasis on budget studios suited to the efficient day-to-day production of radio, audiovisual, film, & television recording. No special skills or training are required to use this book-it is of interest to anyone planning to build or remodel a small recording studio. Acoustical principles are explained in the context of real-life projects (with real-life budgets) rather than in terms of esoteric mathematics & ideal circumstances.

Author : Michael Shea
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071409653
Total Pages : 370 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book How to Build A Small Budget Recording Studio From Scratch written by Michael Shea and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2002-06-14 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: * 12 proven designs for building inexpensive, yet effective, audio studios * Covers basic acoustic theory, construction materials, and applied design * New chapters on blueprint reading and electrical wiring and grounding methods, expanded coverage of materials and construction methods

Author : Richard King
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1317520815
Total Pages : 256 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Recording Orchestra and Other Classical Music Ensembles written by Richard King and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2016-12-08 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recording Orchestra and Other Classical Music Ensembles explores techniques and methodologies specific to recording classical music. Whether a newcomer or a seasoned engineer looking to refine their skills, this book speaks to all levels of expertise and covers every aspect of recording symphonic and concerto repertoire, opera, chamber music, and solo piano. With a focus on the orchestra as an instrument and sound source, this book features sections on how to listen, understanding microphones, concert halls, orchestra seating arrangements, how to set up the monitoring environment, and how to approach recording each section of the orchestra. Recording Orchestra provides concise information on preparing for a recording session, the role of the producer, mixing techniques, and includes a "quick-start" reference guide with suggested setups aimed at helping introduce the reader to the recording process. A companion website, featuring audio examples of various techniques, reinforces concepts discussed throughout the book. The content of the book includes: Clear, practical advice in plain language from an expert in classical music recording, multiple Grammy award winning recording engineer, and university professor The "secret of recording": a collection of practical recording techniques that have been proven to be highly successful in the field, on many occasions Never before published information written by an industry veteran with over twenty five-years of experience in classical music recording Specific techniques and strategies for recording orchestra, opera, wind symphony, chorus, string quartet, and other common classical music ensembles.

Author : Chris Stone
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
ISBN 13 : 1136118934
Total Pages : 330 pages
Book Rating : 4.37/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Audio Recording for Profit written by Chris Stone and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2012-11-12 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is the first real inside look at the business of professional audio recording, which fuels a multibillion dollar global music industry. Industry pioneer Chris Stone, founder of the legendary Record Plant, provides hard-earned business strategies, guidelines, and advice on every aspect of launching and managing a professional audio recording business. This book is for every audio profit center - from the project studio in the garage to the multi-room diversified recording facility. With 30 years of practical business experience, Mr. Stone reveals the secrets of profitable survival in the pro audio world of today and tomorrow. Why be a player in the professional audio recording industry? What is the attraction and potential payoff? How big an operation are you contemplating? To succeed, one must categorize the various types and sizes of pro audio facilities and their customer bases. It is also essential to understand creative management, marketing, promotion, and the modern economics of pro audio. The professional of tomorrow anticipates recording for new media and is prepared for diversification. All of these issues and more are addressed in this book.

Author : Platex Press, Inc
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 178 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Platex Budget and Record for Personal Or Family Expenses ... written by Platex Press, Inc and published by . This book was released on 1919 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Delton T. Horn
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780830626359
Total Pages : 210 pages
Book Rating : 4.52/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Creative Sound Recording on a Budget written by Delton T. Horn and published by . This book was released on 1987 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: