Building a Recording Studio (Plastic Comb)

by Jeff Cooper (Author)

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Product Description
From one of the world's leading authorities on acoustics and studio design comes this comprehensive guide to designing and constructing a world-class recording space on any budget! Building a Recording Studio includes everything from the principles behind acoustical design to tips on choosing the right construction materials. Author Jeff Cooper, who has designed studios for George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, guides you through all the relevant aspects of the process in an easy-to-understand and thorough style. Whether you want to build a new studio space or just soundproof an existing room, this book is the place to start! Jeff Cooper is one of the world's leading authorities on studio design and construction. After earning four degrees from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, he started Jeff Cooper Architects in 1976. As head of his firm, Cooper has been an acoustical consultant and architect for some of the most state-of-the-art studios ever constructed. Cooper's clients have included Polygram, Capitol, EMI Records, MCA Universal, and Warner Bros., as well as Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, and Francis Ford Coppola. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Plastic Comb: 209 pages
• Publisher: Synergy Group; 4 edition (June 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0916899004
• ISBN-13: 978-0916899004
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #285,377 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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56 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical Studio Design Tips, February 19, 2000

By	Stephen B. Ward (White Plains, NY United States) - See all my reviews

Cooper's book is an excelent source of practical tips on studio design. He covers all aspects of soundproofing (isolating the studio from sound transmission) as well as improving the acoustics of interior of the studio and control room.

Particularly useful are the illustrations showing different ways to construct the walls and flooring. I use these as examples in courses that I teach in Acoustics.

The book is highly readable, without a lot of unnecessary formulas and theory that one commonly finds in bools on this topic. I highly recommend this book to someone interested in building a home, project, or even a commercial recording studio. The small investment made in purchasing this book is worthwhile compared to the expense of having to correct acoustical problems down the road.

Stephen B. Ward, Professor of Music Industry and Technology Mercy College, White Plains, NY.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Extremely clear and helpful book!, March 27, 2001

By	D. C. (Venice, CA USA) - See all my reviews

As someone unfamiliar with construction techniques, this book was a god send to me. The writing is clear and straightforward, and it contains a series of easy to understand illustrations showing construction details. From my simplistic laymen's perspective, I can say that after reading this book, I was able to have intelligent and informed conversations with architects and contractors regarding my studio. I'm sure readers who know how to swing a hammer will feel prepared to do a lot more than just talk.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars building a recording studio, November 1, 2000

By	Karl J Schihl (imlay city, mi usa) - See all my reviews

This book was excellant. I have read many studio books- this one takes a few extra steps to setup a more professional envirionment then just converting a garage. I am in my 4th phase-building a house with an addition for the studio; and used this book for development of the floor plan