Basic Audio is a free introductory textbook to the basics of audio physics and electronics. See the editorial for more information....


Editorial
Download and Release History
Copyright
Preface
Introduction
The Nature of Sound
Acoustics
Microphones
The Purpose of Microphones
The Dynamic (Moving-Coil)
Microphone
The Velocity (Ribbon)
Microphone
The Electrostatic (Condenser)
Microphone
The Crystal Microphone
The Carbon Microphone
Microphone Directivity
Microphone Sensitivity
The Microphone Matching
Transformer
Microphone Impedance
Questions and Problems
Loudspeakers
Impedance Matching
Dividing Networks and Crossovers
Resonance
Audio Response Curves
Electronic Amplification
A-C Measurements
Circuit Values
Amplifier Arrangements
Transistors
Interstage Coupling
Noise
Distortion Effects
Use of the Oscilloscope
Frequency Response
Power Amplification
Phase-Splitting Circuits
Audio Transformers
Distortion
Feedback Fundamentals
Feedback Applications
Controls
Plate Voltage Supply
Grid Bias Supply
Screen Bias Supply
Filament or Heater Supply
Transformerless Power Supply
Shielding
Audio Transmission Lines
Transient Effects
The Audio Amplifier
Audio Oscillators
Recording
Electro-Acoustics
Audio and Hearing

Last Update: 2011-04-01