This completely updated edition of the best-selling The Recording Engineer’s Handbook reveals the microphone and recording techniques used by the world’s top recording engineers. From practical microphone basics, to in-the-box DAW recording, to session setup strategies, to surround sound recording methods, you’ll find everything you need to know to lay down great tracks in any recording situation, in any musical genre, and in any studio.

The Recording Engineer’s Handbook also includes interviews with Grammy winning engineer's like Al Schmitt, Ed Cherney, Steve Albini, Michael Beinhorn, Frank Fillipetti, Mack, Eddie Kramer, Michael Bishop and more.

The Recording Engineer’s Handbook

2nd Edition reveals:

1. ★Multiple miking techniques for recording just about any musical instrument
   

2. ★The secrets of mic placement
   

3. ★Keys to a great sounding drum kit
   

4. ★How to choose the right mic for each recording situation
   

5. ★The secrets of getting great sounds from inexpensive equipment
   

6. ★How to make leakage work for you
   

7. ★How to get the most from a vocalist
   

8. ★Tips for a great headphone mix
   

9. ★The history and uses of classic microphones and their modern counterparts
   

10. ★The best way to prepare for a session
    

11. ★Drum tuning tips from the famous “Drum Doctor”