When anyone mentions texts on live sound, the first title to come up is the Yamaha Sound Reinforcement Handbook. Decades after its publication, it still remains a classic and a trusted reference on the basics. However, that book is lacking when it comes to topics such as networking, acoustic modeling, system design, DSP, audio analysis/prediction, optimization and modern loudspeaker designs.
With this in mind, Walters-Storyk Design Group (WSDG) has released Sound Reinforcement for Audio Engineers, a comprehensive reference that explores acoustic design and electroacoustic engineering theory as applied to real-world applications in the field. And rather than rely on a single author, editors Dr. Wolfgang Ahnert and WSDG’s Dirk Noy assembled a team of noted experts presenting the technologies and hands-on approaches involved, exploring the intersection between room acoustics and electroacoustics through a variety of real-world (historic and modern) applications, including sports arenas, performance venues, houses of worship and corporate environments.
Besides Anhert and Noy, the contributors to this in-depth — and profusely illustrated — 450-page work include: Gabriel Hauser of WSDG (commissioning of sound systems), Stefan Ledergerber of Simplexity (digital audio networks), Stefan Feistel of AFMG (acoustical simulations), Peter Mapp (speech intelligibility) and Gottfried Behler (loudspeakers and microphones). The result is a relevant, up-to-date and authoritative resource that’s invaluable to anyone looking to increase their knowledge of modern practices and techniques.
Available online, in paperback ($51.96), hardback ($136) or eBook ($51.96) formats, Sound Reinforcement for Audio Engineers may be one of the best investments any live audio professional could make. —George Petersen
For more info, visit Routledge Publishing at www.routledge.com.
