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Master Handbook of Acoustics, Sixth Edition 6th Edition, Kindle Edition

by F. Alton Everest (Author), Ken C. Pohlmann (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 247 ratings
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The most complete and current guide to architectural acoustics principles and practices



Design and construct audiophile-quality sonic environments of all sizes--from home theaters and project studios to large-scale recording studios. Thoroughly revised to include new acoustical design techniques, Master Handbook of Acoustics, Sixth Edition, explains the art and science of room acoustics and architecture by combining theoretical instruction with matter-of-fact engineering advice.



Written by renowned experts in the field and refined through several editions, this fully updated classic describes the fundamentals of acoustical properties, as well as the latest solutions to acoustical problems. Throughout, this authoritative text provides clear explanations, describes hands-on techniques, and features numerous room designs that can be built as presented, or adapted to your particular needs.



  • Understand how sound waves travel in free fields and in enclosed spaces


  • Learn how human sound perception and psychoacoustics affect room design


  • Calculate and predict reflections, reverberation times, and room modes


  • Perform acoustical measurements and site surveys, and choose construction materials


  • Design, build, and install treatment modules to optimize early reflections, reverberation, and diffusion


  • Design and build home theaters, home studios, control rooms, recording studios, and other acoustically sensitive spaces


  • Reduce HVAC noise levels, and achieve excellent sound isolation with proven wall, window, and door designs


  • Understand the acoustics of auditoriums and concert halls


  • Utilize the supplied cost-effective plans and specifications for a variety of recording and listening rooms
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  5. Publication date
    December 8, 2014
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  7. Language
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F. Alton Everest, a leading expert and authority in the field of acoustics, was an emeritus member of the Acoustical Society of America, a life member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and life fellow of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.

Ken C. Pohlmann (Miami, FL) was director of the Music Engineering Technology program and is professor emeritus at the University of Miami in Coral Gables. He is the author of Principles of Digital Audio, Sixth Edition and coauthor of Handbook of Sound Studio Construction, Second Edition.

About the Author

F. Alton Everest, a leading expert and authority in the field of acoustics, was an emeritus member of the Acoustical Society of America, a life member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, and life fellow of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.

Ken C. Pohlmann (Miami, FL) was director of the Music Engineering Technology program and is professor emeritus at the University of Miami in Coral Gables. He is the author of Principles of Digital Audio, Sixth Edition and coauthor of Handbook of Sound Studio Construction, Second Edition.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00O2A7GYW
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ McGraw Hill TAB; 6th edition (December 8, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 8, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 56216 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 1175 pages
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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Joshua Lutz
5.0 out of 5 stars Audio engineering refresher plus studio building authoritive read
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2019
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As a conservatory graduated audio engineer, the applied science here in the first half of the book is a great refresher from class, providing a thorough course on sound, amplitude, waveforms, frequencies and the like. The latter part of the book is a great resource on how to construct baffles, floating walls and floors, HVAC Baffles, etc. This book is a known authority on these subject matters. A must read for home studio builders as well! Proving that a studio build is 80% planning and 20% construction. a small 1" hole in your build is equal to no wall at all. All sound needs is a tiny vulnerability and you might as well have not built anything at all.
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Ray Finkle
5.0 out of 5 stars Not for the faint of heart, but crammed full of valuable info.
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2016
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Wow. This book is a brain melter. I want to learn about acoustics to properly build recording and mix rooms. This book is heavy on theory, math, practice, experience, science...it's a lot. I love it though. I feel like I could read this book for a decade and still not absorb all the info. A lot of it is not practical for my situation, but that's fine. I'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it. A good starting place, but if you're just trying to build a better room, this book is not where I'd start, or stop. Still an amazing resource though.
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Dallas Jaegers
5.0 out of 5 stars Tools to create pure flawless energizing music!
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2018
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This book provides a design to create and restore the innocent contagiously exciting experience of playing a perfect virgin vinyl disc for the first time. This book will teach you how to unlock and release all the lost data that is available.. It will combine all the presence of the original performance that slowly disappeared and was forgotten over time.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Truly handbook for beginners
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2017
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It's very useful book which written by simple language and being easy for understanding even for non-specialists in acoustic area. From my point of view it is truly handbook for every audio enthusiasts, especially for beginners.
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KMM
4.0 out of 5 stars industry standard reference
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2023
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As a semi-professional audio engineer, I thoroughly enjoyed reading the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd editions of this title by this author. A highly recommended read for anyone interested in audio production.
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Howi
5.0 out of 5 stars In depth study of acoustics!
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2015
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This book is ideal for the individual who has never had interest in the physics of sound! It goes from 101 all the way to a 600 level class! The scenarios covered in this book encompass almost every possible common shape of a room or facility except for odd shapes such as ovals and circles. The knowledge imparted in this book will help any one improve the sound of their space when implemented . This is a textbook so don't expect novel like story telling. Study this and you are on your way to being an acoustician!
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Elvis P.
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow, more info then college
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2020
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Now, this book is something else. The fine detail of the knowledge in this entire piece is unreal for the money. I didn’t expect to know so much after reading this. So much info. Must read it a couple times.
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CLAUS KENNETH LARSEN
5.0 out of 5 stars Good for every acoustician
Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2021
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Full of handy details and recommendations along with a comprehensive theory description
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Roberto
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente libro, pero noo es para iniciados
Reviewed in Mexico on June 7, 2021
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Es un libro increíble que resume muy bien la acústica. Pero debes tener bases sólida del tema porque usa terminología que para alguien ajeno podría costarle trabajo entender.
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Matheus Silva Rocha
5.0 out of 5 stars Vale a pena!
Reviewed in Brazil on March 24, 2018
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Muito bem escrito e com bom conteúdo. Mais que recomendado! Capítulos curtos e cheios de informações interessantes. Referência na área.
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Francisco
5.0 out of 5 stars Todo
Reviewed in Spain on December 14, 2019
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Me gusta como está redactado, porque es claro
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Jamie
5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended!
Reviewed in Germany on September 10, 2017
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The Master Handbook of Acoustics is a reference work which reads reasonably easy. That's a strong point, considering acoustics is not an easy subject to master. If you want to know more about how sounds works and how rooms can influence sound quality (spoiler alert: the impact is huge), this is a good place to start.
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Edward Snow
5.0 out of 5 stars Want to Understanding Acoustics, this is the book!
Reviewed in Canada on April 16, 2015
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I would recommend this book to anyone wanting to understand acoustics inside out. This is an excellent book for the beginner as well as the advanced.
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