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Introductory Guide to High-Performance Audio Systems: Stereo - Surround Sound - Home Theater

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How to choose, set up, and enjoy the latest high-technology audio systems are all given expert insight in this indispensable guide for stereo shoppers. Consumers today often use home-audio systems for both stereo music and surround-sound music, they buy multichannel systems instead of two-channel stereo systems, they may have HDTV and flat-panel televisions, and they have largely moved to in-wall and on-wall loudspeakers rather than floorstanding units. Questions relating to all of these changes are covered in a novice- friendly way, as well as Super Audio CD, DVD-Audio formats, and all of the latest surround-sound formats for home theater. The emphasis is not only on solving shopping dilemmas, but also on getting great sound from an audio system. Read more Read less

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Acapella Publishing (April 1, 2007)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0978649303


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 02


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.6 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.52 x 9 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #904,683 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #173 in Acoustic Engineering #313 in Physics of Acoustics & Sound (Books)


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    • Similar to his other books but less technical.
Concise presentation of subject. Less technical than complete guide to high end audio. Recommended.
Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2023 by Rbrtstntn77
    • A fun read and a good introduction to high-end audio and equipment
I purchased this book primarily to give me a better overview of equipment so that I can make better-informed decisions on upgrading my 7.1 channel system that I also use for 2-channel music. I really liked the book. It was easy reading and went into some great detail about different types of equipment. The book doesn't/won't promote any particular brands. Rather, it emphasizes 1) What to look for 2) The types of pros and cons with different types of equipment 3) the critical importance of matching components throughout the sound chain and 4) that developing a good relationship with a high-end dealer and reading high-end magazine reviews are key. I don't have a lot of money to spend so I want to make sure that if/when I make any equipment purchases I do so wisely. I appreciated the section on used and demo equipment (along with the pitfalls) and also there's a good section on your approach: buying a system all at once or upgrading one component at a time. If you are into audio and want to learn more then this is a good, enjoyable text for you to own. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2009 by The Audiophile
    • An Excellent Guide to Hi-FI
I've had my fill of arrogant Hi-Fi sales people who reside in many high end stereo shops. I, for one (and I'm sure I'm not only in this matter) do not enjoy being insulted and talked down to by these insecure jerks. I'm amazed these people are are able sell anything? As Someone interested in upgrading my stereo system into the lower high end and not being an electronics techno-geek, I was delighted to find a book such as this. Harley's book is an easy to understand guide to the basics of Hi-Fi. What a relief to read a book about Hi-Fi written by someone more interested in music then the techno-jargon so many audiophiles and Hi-Fi sales people seem to speak. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in Hi-Fi but were afraid to ask or don't know the right questions to ask when looking to buy equipment. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2010 by R. Ferguson
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Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2015 by Yeats
    • Great book to teach you lots about stereos, even if you don't know anything about them.
Fascinating book for those interested in Hi Performance Audio, but don't know a thing about it, like I did. Or just anyone who wants to know more. He Starts at the beginning and explains all of the terms and components, what they mean and what they do. And does a lot of explaining on how to choose and put together a Stereo, and what percentages of your budget to spent on each component. And things of that nature... Very helpful for me. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 14, 2015 by BigJMW
    • Exactly as described
This was a used (out of print) book. As described in great condition. Prompt delivery.
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2023 by Del
    • Amateur Audiophile
This book was a great reference point for challenging my ears to become better listeners. While I was reading I could feel my ears changing as I was listening to music over the course of the two weeks it took me to finish this book. The book is very descriptive about components and the right way to go about getting them. They make it easy to understand why you don't want 'filters' to make your music different from the way it was supposed to be received. I bought this book and halfway through it I bought a turntable, and towards the end of it I bought a preamplifier. I still need to buy a power-amp to replace the 'best-buy' model I have right now but my overall system is sounding great and I know why it is sounding great do the help from this book. Great book, easy read. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 1, 2010 by Kyle L. Lisowski
    • Excellent Audio/video and more guide !!!!
I remember purchasing the 1st edition of Robert Harley The Complete Guide. This is Very well put together book for anyone who wants a quick understanding of what it takes for HIGH END Equipment and planning. Worth the purchase when you are serious about not wasting dollars and want MUSIC and VIDEO Quality instead. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2014 by Alain J. Deflandre

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