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Analog Synthesizers: Understanding, Performing, Buying : from the Legacy of Moog to Software Synthesis PAP/CDR edition

by Mark Jenkins (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars 29 ratings
In this book, the technical explanation of the nature of analog sound creation is followed by the story of its birth and its subsequent development by various designers, manufacturers and performers.

The individual components of analog sound creation are then examined in detail, with step by step examples of sound creation techniques. Then the modern imitative analog instruments are examined, again with detailed instructions for programming and using them, and the book is completed with appendices listing the major instrument lines available, hints on values and purchasing, other sources of information, and a discography of readily available recordings which give good examples of analog sound synthesis.

The CD which accompanies the book gives many examples of analog sound creation basics as well as more advanced techniques, and of the abilities of the individual instruments associated with classical and with imitative analog sound synthesis.
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  1. ISBN-10
    9780240520728
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0240520728
  3. Edition
    PAP/CDR edition
  4. Publisher
    Focal Pr
  5. Publication date
    June 15, 2007
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    9.64 x 7.44 x 0.63 inches
  8. Print length
    322 pages
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'This is the best book to date I've seen on analog synthesis..' Tape Op#62

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0240520726
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Focal Pr; PAP/CDR edition (June 15, 2007)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 322 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780240520728
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0240520728
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.5 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.64 x 7.44 x 0.63 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 out of 5 stars 29 ratings

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Customers find the book informative, with interesting historical content, and one customer mentions it stimulates further reading.

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"...Very practical and straight to the point. Stimulates for further reading." Read more

"Nice informative book on understanding and learning to play analog synths!" Read more

"...All types of info on who used what brand and model. But it does damn little to inform the reader of how to perform on them, or how to buy them...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the writing quality of the book, with one noting its very clear descriptions.

"Very clear descriptions of some one's extensive experience in using analogue sounds. Very practical and straight to the point...." Read more

"I will say first that this book is very well written, and the author has put a tremendous amount of effort into its production...." Read more

"Was well written with a level of detail not found in some other synth history books. Add it to your collection." Read more

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  • Joshua Panzarella
    5.0 out of 5 stars Informative, to say the least!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2008
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    This book (which I still have yet to come close to finishing) is unbelievable in the amount of information that is contained in here. Not to mention its all about analog synthesizers which is hard to believe given some text books stray away from the topic and give other useless information...

    If you want to learn about these things and you are down for studying once in a while this is the book!
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  • Ahmed Ramadan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Understanding Analogue synth
    Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2010
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    Very clear descriptions of some one's extensive experience in using analogue sounds. Very practical and straight to the point. Stimulates for further reading.
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  • c marvin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Worth the price and learned a lot from this book!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2019
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    Nice informative book on understanding and learning to play analog synths!
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  • Jeeves
    3.0 out of 5 stars Historical tour de force, not a usage guide
    Reviewed in the United States on December 25, 2008
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    This book is a great reflection on the history of synths, who used them, and when. If you want to know what the first synth was the John Michael used, or which one ELP used to create Lucky Man, then this is your book. All types of info on who used what brand and model. But it does damn little to inform the reader of how to perform on them, or how to buy them. If you bought a synth and want to know how to operate it, this is NOT your book. If you want to reflect and glow in the knowledge that the machine you're touching was a piece of history for artist X or Y, then pick this one up.
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  • JoeShabadu2000
    4.0 out of 5 stars Well written, but more focused on history
    Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2008
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    I will say first that this book is very well written, and the author has put a tremendous amount of effort into its production. I would caution, however, that there may be better books out there for you, depending on what you are interested in learning about analog synthesis.

    This book does a good job at covering the components of analog synthesizers, and how an analog synth creates sounds. However, this topic is covered regularly in other (less expensive) sources, and I'm not sure that the author has any special insight into this well worn area.

    However, where this book really shines is in its discussion of the history and development of analog synthesizers. The author covers all of the notable figures involved in the development of this technology, including musicians and the figures involved in engineering, production, etc. It talks about the developments in the US, Europe, and Japan of the technology and the musicians who utilized them at different times. The book also describes the features and functionality of a wide array of vintage synthesizers, so if you are looking for a resource that might help you decide which one to buy, this could be your book.

    I don't think this book does a great job of discussing synth programming, however. I know this topic can be difficult to describe, due to the varieties of equipment out there, but there are other books that I think have a more interesting approach to the topic. Especially since these days most people are likely to encounter "analog" synthesis using a virtual software instrument. This is the only thing that keeps this book from being a "one-stop" guide to analog synths in my opinion.

    If you are interested in learning about how this technology was developed and the people involved, you can't do better than this book. However, if you are more interested in the practical aspects of understanding synthesis and getting cool sounds from your synth, I would look at some of other titles, especially given the relatively high price of this book.
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  • Greenie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Very informative!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2013
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    I loved it! It was just what the beginner midi/CV nerd needs to make and organize his gear, and his vision.
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  • Alison Cassidy
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book from someone who really knows this stuff well
    Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2016
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    Excellent book from someone who really knows this stuff well. A musician's book and not another "analog porn" offering. And hand-signed by the author? Really nice touch :)
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  • Wolverine Fan For Life
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2014
    Excellent read...I've been interested in electronic music and synthesizers for a long time, have several other books on the subject, was really looking forward to purchasing this title after reading many reviews. It seems some folks always find fault with something that a lot of work was put into...I agree that some things do need more work, but this book has everything I need.
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  • Bartolomeo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Fantastic!
    Reviewed in Italy on June 30, 2016
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    A clear guide to know totally the world of Synths and a complete pictures collection of the most important instruments.

    if you are a music lover you need it.
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  • Steve
    5.0 out of 5 stars Nerdy but nice
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 6, 2008
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    This is a great little book if:
    - you're new to synthesizers and want to know what the heck is going on
    - you're curious about the old analogue products
    - you're curious about the bands that used them, and what they're up to now
    - you're thinking of purchasing a synth, whether analogue or virtual

    Mark Jenkins' knowledge of some amazingly obscure details is a little worrying but he's clearly fascinated by this subject and it shows. He's written a very accessible book that has helped me actually figure out and start to play my recent synth acquisition, and in that sense the book has completely met my objectives. The icing on the cake (for this eighties music buff) are the little (synth-related) facts on and interviews with bands like The Human League and Duran Duran.

    On the downside:
    - a little too much repetition of facts and opinion, but nothing a slightly more rigorous re-edit couldn't handle
    - could expand more on the playing and performance side
    - the section on virtual synthesis and h/w and s/w products could be more informative

    In summary though I thoroughly recommend this book and appreciate the fact that someone with a deep level of knowledge has taken the time out to produce something so accessible and informative.
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  • Osbaldo Zayas
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
    Reviewed in Mexico on September 2, 2019
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    Excelente
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  • Giuseppe Emiliano Di Carlo
    5.0 out of 5 stars Essenziale
    Reviewed in Italy on April 6, 2013
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    Il libro spiega in maniera comprensibile ma completa cosa c'è dentro un sintetizzatore e il suo funzionamento facendo riferimento ai modelli che hanno fatto storia e citando musicisti e brani che hanno fatto storia.
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  • mr d k hill
    5.0 out of 5 stars Dave says Yes!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 16, 2012
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    Everything I needed to know about synths in a book.

    And it even has a CD so you can hear various sounds.
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