Mastering Audio

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Brand: Taylor & Francis
SKU: 9780240818962
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The Art and the Science

By Bob Katz

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Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science, Third Edition by Bob Katz unravels the technical mysteries faced by audio engineers in a practical and engaging style. This thoroughly updated edition offers a step-by-step approach to mastering, covering fundamental theory alongside advanced techniques. New chapters explore loudness measurement and assessment integration, equalisation methods, monitor response correction, psychoacoustics of clipping, restoration and noise reduction, plus surround mastering including Pure Audio BluRay. Ideal for one- or two-term audio courses, it balances technical detail with real-world experience.
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Recommended for intermediate to advanced audio engineers, mastering professionals, and students studying audio production. Its comprehensive yet approachable content suits those interested in both the art and science of mastering music and sound.

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In an easy-to-grasp, holistic manner, Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science, Third Edition unravels the technical mysteries that regularly challenge audio engineers. Including practical tips and real-world experiences, Bob Katz explains the technical details of the subject in his informative and humorous style. Completely reorganised to focus on workflow, this third edition details mastering by providing a step-by-step approach to the process. First covering practical techniques and basic theory, this industry classic also addresses advanced theory and practice. The book’s new approach is especially suitable to accompany a one- or two-term course in audio and mastering.

Completely rewritten and organised to address changes that will continue to influence the audio world, this third edition includes several new chapters addressing the influence of loudness measurement and assessment. It provides an explanation of how mastering engineers must integrate loudness measurement and PLR assessment in their mastering techniques.

Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science, Third Edition also includes the newest approaches to equalisation, monitor response measurement and correction, the psychoacoustics of clipping, an extended discussion of restoration and noise reduction techniques, an extended set of listening examples, and an updated chapter on surround mastering, including coverage of Pure Audio BluRay.

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Described as "the definitive work on mastering" by Sound on Sound magazine, this book is praised as an indispensable resource for all audio professionals. Reviews highlight its accessible writing style compared to earlier editions, practical tips, and authoritative voice without being didactic. It is recommended both for those new to mastering and seasoned engineers seeking to improve their craft, with endorsements from respected figures in the audio industry.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780240818962

Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 September 2014

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Focal Press

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 1110g

Pages: 408

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About the Author

Bob Katz played the B flat clarinet from the age of 10, and his lifelong love of sound and music led him to become a professional recording, mixing and mastering engineer, beginning in 1971. Receiving many nominations, three of Bob’s recordings have garnered the prestigious Grammy™ award, and his work has been praised in publications such as Stereo Review, Audio, and Stereophile. Bob has written numerous articles and reviews for audio and computer publications as well as the digido.com website. Katz’s processors and support gear, including patented inventions K-Stereo and K-Surround, are in use at mastering studios worldwide and fill a missing link in mastering and post-production. Bob’s entertaining seminars and workshops around the world grew from his unique ability to simplify complex topics. He runs Digital Domain Studios north of Orlando, Florida, mastering all styles of music for major and independent labels.