{"title":"Mark Vail","description":"\u003cp\u003eMark Vail's works delve into the fascinating world of electronic music instruments, offering detailed explorations of vintage synthesizers and their cultural impact. His books provide an insightful blend of technical knowledge and historical context, appealing to both enthusiasts and scholars of music technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect richly illustrated guides that celebrate the artistry and innovation behind classic synthesizers, weaving together the stories of their creators and the evolution of sound. These titles stand as valuable resources within \u003cem\u003eArts \u0026amp; Culture\u003c\/em\u003e, capturing the essence of musical creativity through time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-synthesizers-by-mark-vail-9780879306038","title":"Vintage Synthesizers","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis new edition is the ultimate exploration of the upstart instruments – and their unique analog growls and screams – that paved the way over the last four decades for today's fast-paced electronic music world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVintage Synthesizers\u003c\/em\u003e explores the development of the modern synthesizer from 1962 onwards, featuring in-depth interviews with pioneering designers Bob Moog and Alan R. Pearlman, of Moog Music and ARP Instruments fame. These and other designers reveal their initial ideas, reflect on their hits and misses, and discuss how star performers have used their creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHistories of groundbreaking instruments examine modular, analog, and digital synths and samplers, plus more unusual instruments like the Mellotron. Noted synthesist Keith Emerson and composer Wendy Carlos, known for “Switched-On Bach,” offer musical insights and performance techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition includes fully updated pricing and production information, along with more than 200 photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244811825388,"sku":"9780879306038","price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/fe5aa6a5c9e5e2d62c95e2b7a52cd0d6.jpg?v=1788147822"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/mark-vail.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}