The Microphone Book is the only guide you will ever need to the latest in microphone technology, application and technique. 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; even more illustrations. 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 the reader 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.

Features topics such as microphone arrays and wireless microphones, classic old models, developments in surround, advice on studio set up, recording, and others. This book provides an analysis of the different types of microphones available and addresses their application through practical examples of recording sessions and studio operations.

Eargle's Microphone Book is the only guide you will ever need for the latest in microphone technology, application and technique. This new edition features more on microphone arrays and wireless microphones, new material on digital models; the latest developments in surround; expanded advice on studio set up, recording and mic selection. Ray A. Rayburn provides detailed analysis of the different types of microphones available and addresses their application through practical examples of actual recording sessions and studio operations. The book 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 stereo sound staging, perspective, and balance are covered in detail. Eargle's Microphone Book is an invaluable resource for learning the 'why' as well as the 'how' of choosing and placing a microphone for any situation.

Die Entwicklung der Audiotechnik ist eng mit dem Namen Neumann verknüpft: Seit 75 Jahren steht die Berliner Mikrofon-Firma für besten Klang, für bahnbrechende Innovation und für kompromisslose Qualität. Ob Tonstudio oder Bühne, Rundfunk oder Konzertsaal, Klassik oder Pop, Neumann-Mikrofone sind überall zu Hause. Lesen Sie alles über die alten Kult-Mikrofone, die Entstehung des berühmten U87 und die neuesten Erfindungen der Digital-Mikrofone. Werfen Sie einen Blick auf die Geschichte der Schallplattentechnik und die Zeit der großen Neumann-Tonregie-Anlagen. Erleben Sie die Ideen der Mikrofon-Entwickler und staunen Sie über die Präzision der Herstellung. Mit einzigartigen Fotos und Informationen aus erster Hand bietet dieses Buch spannende Einblicke hinter die Kulissen der berühmten Mikrofon-Company.