Physics of Sound

Name: Physics of Sound
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ISBN: 9780131457898

ISBN-10: 0131457896

ISBN-13: 9780131457898

Edition: 3rd 2005

Authors: Richard Berg, David Stork

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This book incorporates the developments in digital audio technology, including consumer products, into a firm foundation of the physics of sound. No knowledge of physics, mathematics, or music is required. Includes updated information on musical synthesizers. Provides recent information on the ear, including new advances in cochlear implant technology. Updates material for modern technology, particularly MP3. Features abundant examples, including discussion of demonstration experiments. Includes historical discussion of musical temperaments and instruments. Offers videotapes of musical demonstrations on topics discussed in the book, available from author. A useful reference for musicians or…

Book details

List price: $219.99
Edition: 3rd
Copyright year: 2005
Publisher: Pearson Education
Publication date: 8/17/2004
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 416
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.10" long x 1.00" tall
Weight: 1.760
Language: English



(Note: Most chapters conclude with a Set of Problems and a List of Resources.)



Simple Harmonic Motion and Applications



Waves and Sounds



Standing Waves and the Overtone Series



Analysis and Synthesis of Complex Waves



Electronic Music and Synthesizers



The Human Ear and Voice



Sound Recording and Reproduction



Room and Auditorium Acoustics



Musical Temperament and Pitch



Woodwind Instruments



Brass Instruments



String Instruments



The Piano



Percussion Instruments


Appendices A-C