Description
The Sound Reinforcement Handbook – Second Edition by Gary Davis and Ralph Jones is an essential audio engineering reference designed for sound professionals, educators, and advanced learners. Perfect for live performance, studio setup, or public address systems, it’s used by teachers, technicians, and students seeking to master modern sound system design and operation.
This comprehensive handbook includes detailed explanations of microphones, speakers, signal flow, gain structure, and acoustic theory. It bridges classroom knowledge with real-world sound applications, helping readers understand how to optimize audio clarity and balance in any environment. With nearly 40 additional pages and a reorganized index, this updated edition improves usability and quick referencing for busy professionals.
The new edition expands into modern workflows, covering MIDI integration, synchronization, and logarithmic functions for digital audio systems. Readers gain the technical foundation to design, troubleshoot, and fine-tune reinforcement systems of all scales, from concert halls to recording studios. It’s a trusted companion in music technology programs worldwide and a top resource for AV engineers.
How it helps: Strengthens understanding of signal processing, improves technical setup accuracy, and supports confident, noise-free system design. Enhances rhythm and performance skills for educators and audio students.
A thoughtful gift for any music lover. Perfect for sound engineers, music instructors, or audio enthusiasts looking to elevate their craft and bring music to life through professional-quality sound.
ASIN: 0881889008
VSKU: BVV.0881889008.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:Davis, Gary|Jones, Ralph
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.
ASIN: 0881889008
VSKU: BVV.0881889008.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:Davis, Gary|Jones, Ralph
Binding: Paperback
Note: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.
Condition Notes: The item is very worn but is perfectly usable. Signs of wear can include aesthetic issues such as scratches, dents, worn and creased covers, folded page corners and minor liquid stains. All pages and the cover are intact, but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include moderate to heavy amount of notes and highlighting, but the text is not obscured or unreadable. Page edges may have foxing age related spots and browning . May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.