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Small Signal Audio Design by Douglas Self (ISBN 9781032366258) - Paperback
- Type: Paperback Book.
- Publisher: Focal Press
- Language : English
Small Signal Audio Design by Douglas Self (ISBN 9781032366258)
Small Signal Audio Design by renowned audio engineer Douglas Self is the definitive guide to designing low-noise, high-performance analogue audio circuits. Published by Routledge / Focal Press (2023), this updated edition remains an essential reference for audio designers, electronics engineers, and studio hardware developers.
Product Details
- Title: Small Signal Audio Design
- Author: Douglas Self
- Publisher: Routledge / Focal Press
- Publication Date: 22 December 2023
- ISBN-13: 9781032366258
- Format: Paperback / Engineering Reference
- Pages: 640 + diagrams, schematics, graphs
- Price: £46.99
- Availability: In Stock | Free UK & EU Shipping
This book brings together decades of real-world engineering experience to provide the most complete treatment of small-signal audio circuit design. It covers every stage of the audio signal path — explaining the design, optimisation, and troubleshooting of high-fidelity analogue audio electronics for both studio and consumer applications.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Audio Circuit Coverage: Preamps, line stages, mixers, filters, equalisation, crossovers, and more.
- Low-Noise Design: Techniques for minimising distortion, hum, and interference.
- Practical Schematics: Real, build-ready circuits with measurement data.
- Updated 2023 Edition: New components, IC updates, improved op-amp guidance, and modern design methodologies.
- Highly Illustrated: Over 500 diagrams, graphs, and achievable real-world performance examples.
Table of Contents Highlights
- Foundations of High-Performance Audio Design
- Low-Noise Techniques and Component Choice
- Microphone and Line Preamplifiers
- Mixing, Summing, and Routing Circuits
- Filters, Equalisers, and Tone Control
- Dynamics Processing and Signal Control
- Power Supplies for Audio Systems
- Testing, Measurement, and Troubleshooting
Who Should Use This Book?
- Audio electronics engineers
- Studio hardware designers
- DIY audio builders and audiophiles
- Professional audio technicians
- Students in electronics, acoustics, and signal processing
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FAQs
- Is this suitable for beginners?
- It assumes basic electronics knowledge but explains concepts with clear illustrations and real-world examples.
- Does it include practical circuits?
- Yes — numerous complete circuit designs, test results, and PCB considerations.
- Is Douglas Self a recognised authority?
- Yes — he is one of the most respected engineers in analogue audio design, known for his amplifier and signal processing work.
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