The Home Studio Guide to Microphones (Paperback)

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Product Description

A rare find in the vast array of pro audio manuals for profes- sionals, this guide is aimed at the non-technical home studio owner. Alldrin give specific suggestions about microphone tech. and products in easy-to- understand language.

Product Details

• Paperback: 164 pages
• Publisher: Artistpro; 1 edition (January 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0918371228
• ISBN-13: 978-0918371225
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #376,149 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Introduction to microphones, March 18, 1999

By	William K. Fraley "Kirk" (Carrollton, TX USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Before I read this book, all I knew was which end was the business end of a microphone. The author (thankfully) wrote this book with beginners in mind. It was very well written and it didn't put me to sleep. Considering the subject matter, I consider that quite an accomplishment. He starts with the basic theory of how a microphone works and builds from there. He never left me in the dust with technical jargon. He doesn't preach or insist on his way as THE way to use microphones. Instead, he explains ways to possibly use microphones to achieve the sounds you (the recordist) are trying for. Great beginning book for a curiculum in recording engineering or as a reference when building a home studio. 2 thumbs way, way up!!

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars everything you need to know about recording and mics, March 1, 1999

By A Customer

This book gives you everything about mics from how sound works to buying mics for all the best prices. Have mic recording techniques for electric and acoustic guitar, drums, woodwinds, pianos and any other instrument you can think of. Great for people starting out or those who just need some flavoring.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid, easily accessible information, November 5, 2001

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

A terrific book that we rely on here at Mercy College.

Basically the book is broken up into three sections: In the first, Alldrin talks about microphone operational principles. You'll find lots of useful information about microphone design, how directional mics work, how to understand micropone specifications, an so forth.

In the second section, he covers issues regarding Microphone Apllications, such as placement techniques and stereo miking. There are several short 2-4 page "chapters" that focus on miking particular instruments in various ways. As with all of the sections of the book, these chapters are well-illustrated and easy to follow.

The final section discusses the characteristics of specific common microphones. A "buyer's guide" groups mics into price categories such as Mics under $500, Mics from $500 to $1000, etc.. Each mic is featured with a photo and specifications, making this section a great way for a beginner to become acquainted with what's out there.

My students have responded positively to this book as a text. It's also a good model of HOW a music technology book should be written. If you are interested in learning about microphones, you won't regret picking this book up.

Stephen B. Ward
Mercy College, White Plains, NY