Best Audio Engineering Books
Here is the summary of best ( in my opinion) books on audio engineering. Many of them changed the way I approached audio and from which I learn a lot. From recording to mixing and mastering. Everything is here. You can follow the link and get the books on the amazon.
The Recording Engineer’s Handbook 4th Edition
by Bobby Owsinski
This is a top go to book for recording and it has been for many years now. Author Booby Owsinski, well known audio engineer, describes many recording techniques, mic placements, stereo, multichannel and surround tracking. Almost 400 pages filled with in depth knowledge. This book is a must if you are recording engineer or an artist.
Mastering Audio: The Art and the Science
by Bob Katz
Bob’s mastering book is consider “audio mastering bible” for all audio mastering engineers. Updated throught the years, Bob’s book will give you all the detailed insight into audio mastering discipline, how to approach audio mastering, what audio mastering actually is and most importantly how to master music.
by Dave Hampton
Dave is a well known and respected technician and engineer. In his book he talks about the business of audio engineering, how to get yourself ready for future employers, how to find your own way of earning money and many very helpfull business advices for every audio engineer. Well recommended.
The Pensado Papers: The Rise of Visionary Online Television Sensation, Pensado’s Place
by Dave Pensado, Herb Trawick
Book from the creators of You Tube TV series about sound engineering – Pensado’s Place. Dave and Herb talking about their history, how they started with You tube, what kind of problems they had along the way. They also sharing a bunch of usefull tips for anyone wanting to start thei own You Tube channel and make it in the audio engineering industry.
by Roey Izhaki
This is one of the most in depth book about mixing available on the market. Loads of informations on the process of mixing, tool involved like -compressors, eq’s, gates, limiters etc. Roey has great knowledge on how to apply those processes to the mix and get the great results. A must have for every mix engineer.
Music 4.1: A Survival Guide for Making Music in the Internet Age
by Bobby Owsinski
We are living in completely new era for music industry. Internet changed everything from how we record music, how we collaborate to how we actually earn money making music. This book by industry specialist Bobby Owsinski wll take you through many interesting topics like management, distribution, publishing, monetizing and many many more.
The Mixing Engineer’s Handbook 4th Edition
by Bobby Owsinski
This is probably the most important handbook for mixing ( and recording) engineers. Bobby gives us a lot of insights into the tricks and techniques of mixing audio. Many different aproaches, many advices. The book has 4th edition just now and getting updated every year. A must buy for every mix engineer.
