With this all-in-one manual, students and teachers have an easy-to-read reference that provides a reliable and current rundown of the world of sound production, from planning a recording session to mastering the final product. Organized by four main topics - pre-production, recording various instruments, mixing theories and tools, and mastering - Audio Production Principles follows the actual flow of instruction given over the course of a student's tenure. Chapters address etiquette and basic operations for any recording session written in useful, tutorial style language, providing guidelines for beginner audio engineers on topics including pre-production, equipment selection, and mixing tips by instrument. Jumpstarting the mastering process, lessons delve into features unique to specific tools and techniques. All sections offer instructional scenarios of studio setups, asking students to brainstorm the best production technique for each situation. These exercises also help teachers generate new ideas for instruction and production projects of their own.
By:
Stephane Elmosnino (Lecturer Lecturer SAE Institute - Brisbane)
Imprint: Oxford University Press Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions:
Height: 278mm,
Width: 218mm,
Spine: 17mm
Weight: 760g
ISBN: 9780190699369
ISBN 10: 0190699361
Pages: 272
Publication Date: 12 April 2018
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
,
Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Acknowledgments About the Companion Website 1 Introduction 2 Studio Design Basics 3 Pre-Production 4 Microphone Basics 5 Recording 6 Drum Kit 7 Bass Guitar 8 Electric Guitar 9 Acoustic Guitar 10 Vocals 11 Synthesis Basics 12 Mixing 13 Panning 14 EQ 15 Compression, Expansion, & Gates 16 Reverberation & Delays 17 Saturation 18 Mastering 19 Conclusion
Stephane Elmosnino is Lecturer at SAE Institute, Brisbane, Australia. Since the early 2000s, he has worked as a professional musician, composer, producer, and engineer.
Reviews for Audio Production Principles: Practical Studio Applications
Audio Production Principles is a treasure trove of audio goodness. A worthy mentor, companion, & friend for the studio. --Guy Gray, Producer/Engineer/Mixer Stephane Elmosnino is a true master of his craft, and a highly talented educator. Both are in present abundance in Audio Production Principles, and this book is a 'must read' for seasoned professionals and enthusiasts alike. --Justin Fraser, Audio Engineer/Re-Recording Mixer/Consultant