Home Studio Setup (Paperback)

Acoustics
Chapter 1: Acoustics Basics
Fundamentals of Acoustics
The two types of acoustic treatment
Chapter 2: Planning
Programming
Making the most out of your room
Chapter 3: Construction
Basic construction tips and tricks
Common Problems and Solutions

Equipment
Chapter 4: Computers and Recorders
DAW programs
Plug-ins
Software Synths and Samplers
Chapter 5: The Front End
Microphones
Microphone Preamps
Outboard Compressors and Equalizers
Analog to Digital Conversion
Chapter 6: Control and Monitoring
Mixing Consoles
Control Surfaces
Studio Monitors
Chapter 7: Equipment of the project studio
Furniture, Decor, and Ergonomics
Purchasing Suggestions

Recording Techniques
Chapter 8: Fundamentals
Basics of Sound
Analog and Digital Recording
MIDI
Signal Flow and Routing
Chapter 9: Tools
Microphones
Compression
Equalization
Time-Based Effects
Chapter 10: Bringing It All Together
Mixing
Mastering