The Physics of Sound

by Richard E. Berg and David G. Stork

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0136742831
• ISBN13: 9780136742838
• Release Date: January 1982
• Publisher: Prentice Hall
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.

Customer Reviews

counterbalance to the "bites my..." review

Haven't read the book, but Mr. "bites my wacker" shouldn't be allowed to lower the average score.

This is the Book if You want to Know the"Whats" of Sound!

The Physics of Sound is a great book for both musicians and nonmuscians alike. Its not a book for anyone who is afraid of a little mind work. I recommend Physics of Sound because immediately upon after reading it I gained a whole new perspective and deep appreciation for the fundamental elements,and principles that govern this wonderful phenomena we call "SOUND".Ever wondered how fast sound travel? What about how various sound frequencies react to each other,and in rooms? What exactly is sound? All these questions and more,are answered here. Physics of sound even gives you basic formulas that allow you to manipulate sound in the real world. Gain Knowledge,Gain Insight,Gain information.

This one is vital. A must have. A keeper.

One of the most frustrating things for non-scientists who want to understand how the universe works is a lack of insightful and fundamental popular books writen in clear, beautiful English, with illustrations clear enough to explain what is going on when the word concepts are hard to visualize. All hail THE PHYSICS OF SOUND! This is the best book to date I know of which tackles hard, fundamental problems in accounstic and sound. It would be perfect for a "Physics for Poets" course, or as a textbook for use in explaining to musicians (and just about anyone else) why sound is, and how you can learn to control its quality. A visually beautiful book-well balanced white space, *excellent* illustrations, lyical text by people who care profoundly about the beauty of their subject. Beautifully bound, to boot. Can't say enough about this one.