The AudioPro Home Recording Course Vol. I [With *]

I do home recording as a hobby. In the past I have taken recording classes and usually ended up getting bogged down in the science. But as a hobbist I always wanted something that would show me how to do things in the studio in a fun and practicle manner - something I would want to wrap my hands and head around. Finally Bill Gibson has produced it. I bought all three books. I love the CD's and the work examples. I have taken some of the concepts and reproduced them in my own project studio. What a diffence it makes! My musician friends are very pleased with the improved quality of our sessions and recordings. Let's face it: From a fundamental level quality recording is really a very hard thing to do. This series of books makes it easier and fun. Thanks Bill!

First... take a close look at the cover. This is volume 2 of the series. I didn't notice and was a bit miffed when I opened my box. Still, it stands alone just fine (though I still wonder what I'm missing). It is not quite as advanced as I was hoping for, but is good for the beginner or intermediate studio operator. The sound samples of different effects and settings are really quite helpful -- but listen on good headphones or monitors for the best benefit.

This is the best written, easy to understand book that I've read on audio recording. Bill Gibson has a tallent for writing and teaching, that few have, namely: what you read is written in such a way that you both understand and remember it. I've tested his equipment settings in my studio and they work. The accompaning CD's let you hear exactly what he is telling you. A great must-have book.

Wether you are just entering the world of pro audio recording, or are a seasond vet looking for some new ideas, this book is wonderful. Contained within is an up-to-date tour of consoles, effects and mic apps. It also has some very useful charts and graphs that will increase setup time before a session. i.e. delay conversion chart by delay time, quarter,eighth and triplet note settings. This book also comes with two (2) full length audio cd's that give hundreds of examples from eq sweeps to micing a guitar in the bathroom. Take it from a new studio owner (5000 square ft, four rooms) this book is a real treat to read. A must for all music professionals.