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584 19. Sound ReproductionDickason, Vance. 2000. Loudspeaker Design Cookbook, 6th ed. Peterborough, NH: AudioAmateur Press. (An excellent text to learn about the design and construction ofloudspeakers.)Hacker, Scot. 2000. MP3: The Definitive Guide. Sebastopol, CA: O’Reilly Media,Chapter 2.Holman, Tomlinson. 1999. 5.1 Surround Sound—Up and Running. New York: Focal Press.(Written by the developer of the THX sound system.)Olson, Harry F. 1967. Music, Physics and Engineering, 2nd ed. New York: DoverPublications.Olson, Harry F. 1991 (reprint). Acoustical Engineering. New York: Professional AudioJournals.Raichel, Daniel R. 1979. Minimum harmonic distortion levels in ideal loudspeakers.Journal of Audio Engineering Society 27(8): 492–495. (Previously presentedNovember 7, 1977 at the 58th Convention of the Audio Engineering Society, NewYork, NY.)Risset, J. C. and Mathews, M. V. 1965. Journal of the Audio Engineering Society 13:200–206.Strong, W. J. and Plitnik, G. R.1983. Music, Speech and High Fidelity. Salt Lake City:Soundprint.Watkinson, John. 2004. The MPEG Handbook. New York: Focal Press. (Probably the mostdefinitive book on the popular MPEG technology.)Problems for Chapter 191. Why was the cassette tape overtaken by the compact disk in popularity?2. What are the principal advantages and disadvantages of data compression insound recordings?3. What are the advantages and disadvantages of having, say, a two-way versusa three-way versus a four-way speaker system?4. What are the dangers of using high-powered audio amplifiers?5. What are the key factors in determining the quality of a playback system?6. Why would a reputable recording studio use higher speeds for taping ratherthan presumably more economical slower speeds?7. Design your “dream” audio system on the basis of your market research.Explain the reasons for your choice of specific components.8. Research loudspeaker systems in the market. What specifications would youlook for in making your selection?9. Why would an MP3 or an iPod system be objectionable to an audiophile foruse in an audio system?10. How is computer technology is being used in the recording stage and playbackstage?11. How does room acoustics affect playback of audio material? What are theincipient problems and how would you deal with them?

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