Audio Engineering 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Music Production

Practical, concise, and approachable, the third edition of Audio Engineering 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Music Production offers readers an extensive introduction to audio engineering and music production.

Featuring step-by-step breakdowns and interviews with active professionals, the book covers waveform characteristics, EQ, signal flow, acoustics, and signal processors, as well as often overlooked topics such as internships, people skills, and job opportunities in the industry. This updated edition includes answers to common questions from audio engineering students by a diverse range of professionals, as well as a more extensive chapter discussing microphones. QR codes are included throughout the book, providing readers with instant access to video and audio clips to aid in the comprehension of the material.

Filled with practical advice for navigating a mysterious and confusing industry, and supported by extensive audio and video resources, Audio Engineering 101 is the go-to guide for students and audio engineers looking to succeed in the recording world.

Tim Dittmar is a musician, songwriter, audio engineer, producer, and educator. Tim began his professional audio career in the late 80s at Cedar Creek Studio in Austin, TX. He has been a full-time faculty member and served as the Department Chair at Austin Community College, USA, since 2000 for Audio Technology & Industry (ATI).