Audio Techniques for Television Production

A comprehensive introductory text to all aspects of audio practices in television programme making. It provides a perfect grounding for those starting out in the industry and more advanced material for those keen to build on their knowledge of audio in television.

For the beginning television sound engineer, this title should enable you to walk into a professional studio and understand the purposes of the equipment and processes involved. At a higher level it guides the reader in the professional techniques involved in using the wide variety of equipment at the disposal of the sound engineer. Although many of the techniques can apply to radio, film or music recording this book is aimed primarily at television production in the studio, on location and in post-production. The book covers every aspect of the technology and process involved in television and for every type of role (sound supervisor, recordist, mixer, boom operator, dubbing mixer, etc). It also goes further than this in attempting to convey something of the craft of the sound engineer. Knowing the tools and techniques is only half of the skill - the mark of a professional is knowing what compromises to make and when, as well as an understanding of the medium that should enable you to achieve a top quality result.

Physics of sound
Record/transmission chain
Microphones
Mixing Desks
Loudspeakers
Recording equipment
Studio facilities
Sound control room
TV audio production
Music recording
Post-production/dubbing
Glossary.