The Complete Guide to High-End Audio
eBook - ePub

The Complete Guide to High-End Audio

  1. 558 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

The Complete Guide to High-End Audio

About this book

Unlock the secrets to exceptional sound with this comprehensive guide to high-end audio equipment and techniques.

Whether you're a seasoned audiophile or just beginning your journey, The Complete Guide to High-End Audio provides the knowledge to build a system that delivers maximum musical enjoyment. Learn how to choose the best components on a budget, optimize system setup, and master critical listening skills. Discover the latest in streaming audio, music servers, and high-resolution digital formats.

Inside, find expert advice to:

  • Make speakers sound up to 50% better at no cost
  • Avoid common system setup mistakes
  • Strategically allocate your budget for optimal performance
Transform your listening experience and connect with music on a deeper level. This is your essential resource for achieving audio nirvana.

Information

Publisher
Acapella Publishing
Year
2021
eBook ISBN
9781736254516
Edition
6
Subtopic
Acoustical Engineering

Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright
  4. Contents
  5. Foreword
  6. Preface to the Sixth Edition
  7. About the Author
  8. 1. What Is High-End Audio?
  9. 2. Choosing a High-End Audio System
  10. 3. Becoming a Better Listener
  11. 4. Preamplifiers and Phono Stages
  12. 5. Power and Integrated Amplifiers
  13. 6. Loudspeakers
  14. 7. Digital Source Components: DACs, Music Servers, Streaming, Disc Players, Interfaces
  15. 8. Turntables, Tonearms, and Cartridges: The LP Playback System
  16. 9. Cables and Interconnects
  17. 10. Audio for Home Theater
  18. 11. Multichannel Audio
  19. 12. Personal Audio: Headphones, Desktop, and Mobile Audio
  20. 13. System Setup Secrets, Part One: Loudspeaker Placement and Room Acoustics
  21. 14. System Setup Secrets, Part Two: Expert Tuning Techniques, Accessories, Equipment Racks, and AC Power Conditioners
  22. 15. Specifications and Measurements
  23. Appendix A: Sound and Hearing
  24. Appendix B: Audio and Electronics Basics
  25. Appendix C: Digital Audio Basics
  26. Glossary

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