(Book). The Great British Recording Studios tells the story of the iconic British facilities where many of the most important recordings of all time were made. The first comprehensive account of British recording studios ever published; it was written with the cooperation of the British APRS (Association of Professional Recording Services; headed by Sir George Martin) to document the history of the major British studios of the 1960s and 1970s and to help preserve their legacy. The book surveys the eras most significant British studios (including Abbey Road; Olympic; and Trident); with complete descriptions of each studios physical facilities and layout; along with listings of equipment and key personnel; as well as details about its best-known technical innovations and a discography of the major recordings done there. Seamlessly interweaving narrative text with behind-the-scenes anecdotes from dozens of internationally renowned record producers and a wealth of photographs (many never published before); this book brings to life the most famous British studios and the people who created magic there. Meticulously researched and organized; The Great British Recording Studios will inform and inspire students of the recording arts; music professionals; casual music fans; and anyone interested in the acoustically pristine facilities; groundbreaking techniques; and innovative artists and technicians that have shaped the course of modern recording.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Urban Design ConversationsBy maxhunterDesign and planning that grow out of dynamic conversation; and this book features dialogues between many current professionals in a variety of fields as the look at widely held and accepted standards of design and its footprint on our communities -- should we or shouldnt we do what we have done before? Time to really look AND listen. Good read.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent read.By Stephanie SwansonCollection of essays that correspond well to each other. Excellent read.3 of 12 people found the following review helpful. kindle edition - poorly formatedBy Evelyn KalkaI downloaded the Kindle edition of this book and it is poorly formatted: the footnotes are NOT LINKED. There is no reasonable way to find the footnotes and then get back to where you left off reading - for this reason; I find it impossible to read this digital edition.
