Idiots guide to Audio Anyone?

[xandra]

Does anyone know of a good Book on Audio, Audio formats, Setting up a good audio system?

I'd really like to find a bible that clearly defines all the terms, specs (AND their implications)

Online sources also of interest, but I prefer printed media when it comes to comprehension...

[dorokusai]

It's latest edition is 2000 I think but it's packed with good information for fledgling audio nuts.

Home Theater for Everyone - Robert Harley

ISBN 0-9640-849-2-9

Get the 3rd Edition.

The Complete Guide to High End Audio - Robert Harley

ISBN 0-9640-849-4-5

[McLoki]

There are some great sources right here on the Polk Site...

Since you like hard paper - I would ask them to send you their guide to home theater. (http://www.polkaudio.com/education/hthandbook.php)

There are also quite a few online tips you can read (http://www.polkaudio.com/education/advice.php)while waiting for it to arrive.

It's not much, but it is free.

Happy Reading,

Michael

[mhardy6647]

Probably more "200 level" than "100 level" (only due to the subject matter), but... If you ever get interested in tube audio, this is a decent place to start:

http://www.anthemav.com/OldSitev1/pdf/taste.pdf

[engtaz]

Trail and Error 7.1 HT.

















or just ask questions.

engtaz

[xandra]

dorokusai, mcLoki, mhardy:Thanks for the advice (I've already downloaded + ordered paper copy of the Polk Handbook) and have ordered the Harley book.

engtaz:
Trail and Error 7.1 HT
are you sure you didn't mean "Travail & Error?"

[jakelm]

Trail and Error 7.1 HT.

engtaz

Trial and error always worked for me.... Now I know not only what to do ..but also what not to do.....
:p

[vonnie123]

I'm working my way through the Harley High End Audio book now. It answers a lot of questions, and as a hobbiest, I'm really enjoying learning more about Home Audio.

[john22614]

You also might want to check out Crutchfield's web site.....they have very good HT advise and set up guide as well as the Education section here on the Polk site.

[Sansui]

Trail and Error 7.1 HT.

I tried to Google this book/info. Where is it?