Since the two posts about JAES papers had more than4,000 views in 5 days (!), it made me think that there could be some interest in this book here too -- in large part, my JAES papers were based on the two of its chapters (“Analog Audio” and “Hi-Fi”).
Other chapters cover the history of early acoustic recordings, AM radio, amplification and PA systems, electronic instruments, FM radio, vinyl and magnetic recordings, loudspeakers, stereo and surround sound, digital audio systems, audio data compression, audio editing software, etc.
A detailed explanation of the imperfections in analog and digital audio recordings is presented, with a special emphasis on the reproduction of vinyl disks. Despite the recent “vinyl revival,” many aspects of their performance seem not to be properly understood among the general public and seemingly even some audio specialists, mainly because most of the analyses predate WW2, and many results are largely forgotten by now.
Interspersed with the history of electroacoustics and audio technologies, the history of rock and roll is covered as well, with explanations and many examples of how they affected this genre of music (electric instruments and special effects, PA systems, “Top 40” AM radio, microgroove single and LP disks, TV, electronic keyboards, “Progressive Rock” FM radio, multi-track recording, Hi-Fi, etc.). These electronic technologies not only enabled, but also shaped many aspects of rock and roll music as we know it today.
Any comments, especially regarding possible technical mistakes, would be highly appreciated.
More details available at https://www.amazon.com/Electronics-Rock-Roll-Enabled-Shaped/dp/B0CPJYRYVX
