Master Handbook of Acoustics

by F. Alton Everest, Ken Pohlmann

The most complete and current guide to architectural acoustics principles and practices Design and construct audiophile-quality sonic environments of all sizes--from home theaters and project studios to large-scale recording studios. Thoroughly revised to include new acoustical design techniques, Master Handbook of Acoustics, Sixth Edition, explains the art and science of room acoustics and architecture by combining theoretical instruction with matter-of-fact engineering advice.

Written by renowned experts in the field and refined through several editions, this fully updated classic describes the fundamentals of acoustical properties, as well as the latest solutions to acoustical problems. Throughout, this authoritative text provides clear explanations, describes hands-on techniques, and features numerous room designs that can be built as presented, or adapted to your particular needs.

Understand how sound waves travel in free fields and in enclosed spaces Learn how human sound perception and psychoacoustics affect room design Calculate and predict reflections, reverberation times, and room modes Perform acoustical measurements and site surveys, and choose construction materials Design, build, and install treatment modules to optimize early reflections, reverberation, and diffusion Design and build home theaters, home studios, control rooms, recording studios, and other acoustically sensitive spaces Reduce HVAC noise levels, and achieve excellent sound isolation with proven wall, window, and door designs Understand the acoustics of auditoriums and concert halls Utilize the supplied cost-effective plans and specifications for a variety of recording and listening rooms

Genres: Music, Physics, Nonfiction, Science, Engineering, Textbooks, Reference

1175 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1981

About the author

F. Alton Everest (1909–2005) was an American acoustical engineer, a cofounder of the American Scientific Affiliation, and its first president.

Reviews

[Michel Iseneld · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must-read for anyone interested in the realms of acoustics. Thorough, theoretical and practical.

[Beard Papa · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you ever find yourself having to write a training manual on acoustics, this book should be your wing man. It was worth every penny I will now have to pay in library late fees.

[Rogelio Marín · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was the first one I read (related to music), It was a good introduction for learning more stuff like mixing, producing and (a little bit) of mastering.

Also it's pretty great for know what sound is, the way your ears function and other interesting things.

[Alain Patrick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Complete overview for the enthusiasts and those willing to venture in the realm of Acoustics.

[RustyShack · Rating 4 out of 5]

5th ed...

[Jim Breau · Rating 5 out of 5]

The cornerstone within any sound enthusiast's collection.

[Andres Felipe Sanchez Pinilla · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vale oro este material.

Este libro es una gran compra es muy extenso pero vale la pena tomarse el tiempo para leerlo. Vale oro.