Recording on a budget how to make great audio recordings without breaking the bank - Edstrom, Brent (Oxford University Press, 2011)
Includes bibliographical references and index
Setting up a project studio -- Computers and software for audio recording -- Introduction to acoustics -- Using microphones -- Podcasting -- Using a mixer -- Using digital audio workstation software -- Active listening -- Recording tracks -- Processing signals -- Mixing and mastering -- Do-it-yourself projects -- Conclusion -- Appendix 1 : ORTF template -- Appendix 2 : Audio evaluation template -- Appendix 3 : List of online recordings by callout -- Appendix 4 : List of online recordings by category
Audio recordings are the calling card with which musicians share and promote their work so a knowledge of recording techniques and technologies is essential to the 21st century musician. Recording On a Budget provides a comprehensive introduction to the recording arts from a budget-conscious perspective. Written by a professional musician and educator, this book is idea for musicians, educators, music students, songwriters and hobbyists. A central theme of the book is that it is possible to make quality recordings with a modest selection of recording tools. Chapters cover the selection and use