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Audio Made Easy

Or How To Be A Sound Engineer Without Really Trying
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Audio Made Easy by Ira White demystifies audio engineering for the average person. With clear explanations free from endless formulas and complex jargon, it offers practical insights from the author's extensive experience in sound and studios. Readers will learn how professional audio equipment works and how to use it effectively, all enhanced with a touch of humour.

This book suits anyone interested in recording or live sound across diverse settings—from instruments and vocals to clubs, churches, and concert halls. Whether a beginner or experienced in audio, it bridges the gap to a better understanding of sound systems and technology.
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AUDIO MADE EASY: OR HOW TO BE A SOUND ENGINEER WITHOUT REALLY TRYING 5TH EDITION

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At last, here’s a book on audio engineering that the average person can understand. No endless formulas or abstract terminology—just the facts, distilled from author Ira White’s years of sound and studio experience.

Inside you’ll find practical information on how professional audio equipment works and how you can use it to its fullest, all seasoned with a dash of humour.

Whether your interest is recording or live sound, instruments or vocals, clubs, churches, or concert halls—and whether you’re an audio novice or an old hand—this book is the shortest distance between you and a better understanding of sound systems and technology.

Audio Made Easy is your friendly guide to grasping the essentials of the audio world.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781495075070

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hal Leonard Corporation

Edition: 5th edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 217.0mm

Height: 279.0mm

Weight: 408g

Pages: 138

About the Author

Ira White (Portsmouth, VA) was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and played professionally as a guitarist/singer for 15 years in various touring bands. He put together his first recording studio in 1983, and started his own pro-audio sales and installation company in 1991. He also served as a ministry sound engineer for churches, TMCJ International theatrical productions, and worship artist Paul Wilbur's Lion of Judah tour in the U.S. and Costa Rica.

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