Audio Metering: Measurements, Standards and Practice (Audio Engineering Society Presents) 1st Edition

This book is a compendium of information about audio metering standards and equipment. Brixen is an audio consultant based in Denmark. In this book, he begins he with a brief introduction to electrical representations of sounds. Then he goes on to describe different ways to quantify sound, including decibels, level perception, loudness, and various meters used to measure aspects of sound. Included in this book are short chapters on VU meters, PPM, calibration of meters, polarity and phase reading, surround sound, summation of audio signals, spectrum analyzers, and room acoustics measures. Each topic is covered in a short stand-alone chapter, and is illustrated with graphs, screen captures, or tables. A short bibliography is included at the end of each chapter. End material consists of a glossary of terms and an index.This book is written as a reference for sound engineers, with a particular emphasis on European standards and regulations. If you are looking for specifications for certain types of metering, you may find what you're looking for here. The technical level of the book and lack of hints about how the information could be put into practical use make the book rather impenetrable for general readers with an interest in acoustics.

I have to admit, I like listening to music but am not a composer or producer, so I was not that surprised when this book appeared to be in a foreign language to my uneducated eyes. I really got this for my brother, who has a masters degree in Music Composition from NYU, owns a small studio, and has been composing/producing music for over fifteen years. He has produced for rock bands, soundtracks, and in recent years he's really gotten into producing electronic dance music, so I thought this might give him some ideas and new techniques. Much to my dismay, he looked at the book and was completely mystified. He didn't understand it either!So what I'm saying is, if this book is even over HIS head, it's pretty advanced stuff. Definitely for professionals only, and even then you might want to do the "Look Inside" thing and make sure it's exactly what you're looking for before buying. Don't be like me and order it as a gift for someone who's really into music production! If they didn't specifically ask for it, it probably isn't what they want!Much apologies for giving 4 stars to a book that I can't even understand; I figured that's sort of neutral and won't drag the ratings down. NOT for the casual music production enthusiast, but could be really great stuff for the right person/purpose. Do a little more research than I did before purchasing.

I had no idea what I was getting into when I got this book. I am interested in the subject of audio, broadly, but specifically it is too difficult for me. I am not a Math person. I am keeping this book as it is a great reference. It even explains how people hear. There are a lot of acronyms throughout the book. I am going to lend it to my cousin for awhile, because he is in sound design for the movies. Maybe he can make sense out of it for me.Normally I would take a class to learn something this complex. However, if you like to read, maybe this one is for you.I feel this book is thorough. More like a reference book for audio. Sorry I wimped out after a few chapters. The book assumes the reader is already into audio.

There are many professions that make up the field of audio. It is easy to have substantial experience in one area and know little about another. This compact volume makes a nice first reference for those unfamiliar terms that are inevitably tripped over.After a brief introduction to audio--likely to be skimmed by most readers--Brixen moves immediately into descriptions of the human auditory system, covers simple descriptions of how power and peak are computed, then then gets into more subtle measurement. Various weighting systems are described and then more sophisticated ways of calibrating measurement to human perception. Along the way, various standards and practices are described well: controlling documents are also mentioned for those who need greater detail. There are many standards, some for cinema, some for acousticians, some for recording engineers and some for legal bodies. Brixen provides many useful tables when it becomes necessary to translate from one standard to another. Math is included where necessary. Most is algebra with only a hint of calculus. The index is not an afterthought. Many topics are covered under more than one entry.There are a few places where the author expands his mandate, but this is hard to begrudge. There's a tidy description of matrixed surround sound, and a nice description of the AES3 specification. There are some good descriptions of reverberation, including critical distance calculations necessary for good location recording.The last generation to deal with analog equipment is on the threshold of retirement. Those experts in recording on optical tracks are even more rare. But their recordings will be the subject of restoration and repurposing for decades to come. Knowing something about the equipment, the calibration and the technical restrictions will be critical for upcoming generations to do their best work. Brixen's book deserves a spot on the bookshelf.

This book is well written and is easy to follow for people who have some audio experience. I would not reccomend it for the novice. It covers basic measurements in a logical and thought out way and flows nicely. Recommended.

(I'm currently studying for my BSc in Broadcast Technology and have found this an excellent resource)Let's face it, audio metering can be extremely confusing.Brixen clearly and helpfully describes the various standards used, whilst providing theory where appropriate.Specifically there is an excellent section on human hearing and decibels!Although readers with little or no experience may not understand every single concept outlined in the book, it's a great reference to have to look up terms you may later come across in work/study.Some of the up to date issues are also covered such as 'loudness metering'.The price may seem expensive for a small book but I have no regrets.

Muy completo y acertivo. Un libro que debes tener a la mano siempre. Sin problema al recibirlo, en tiempo y perfecto estado.

ótimo para iniciantes pois tem libguagem clara e didática.ótimo para profissionais, com texto muito abrangente.não deve faltar na biblioteca