Edition: 2nd CD-Rom
Publication date: 1997-06-01
Dewey code: 004
List Price: $131.50
Price: $131.50
Review Elsevier's Dictionary of Food Science and Technology / Elsevier Science Ltd:CD-ROM version. Food Science and Technology is an applied science dealing with the production, processing, preservation and preparation of food on both the technological and domestic scale. This dictionary covers all aspects of the field. The compilers of this dictionary have not only listed terms in use in the food industry, including food additives and safety, but have also provided coverage of terms used in nutrition, food preparation and cookery.
Edition: 1
Publication date: 1998-10-31
Dewey code: 621.3822
List Price: $142.00
Price: $142.00
Review Adaptive Signal Models: Theory, Algorithms and Audio Applications (The Springer International Series in Engineering and Computer Science) / Springer:Adaptive Signal Models: Theory, Algorithms and Audio Applications presents methods for deriving mathematical models of natural signals. The introduction covers the fundamentals of analysis-synthesis systems and signal representations. Some of the topics in the introduction include perfect and near-perfect reconstruction, the distinction between parametric and nonparametric methods, the role of compaction in signal modeling, basic and overcomplete signal expansions, and time-frequency resolution issues. These topics arise throughout the book as do a number of other topics such as filter banks and multiresolution. The second chapter gives a detailed development of the sinusoidal model as a parametric extension of the short-time Fourier transform. This leads to multiresolution sinusoidal modeling techniques in Chapter Three, where wavelet-like approaches are merged with the sinusoidal model to yield improved models. In Chapter Four, the analysis-synthesis residual is considered; for realistic synthesis, the residual must be separately modeled after coherent components (such as sinusoids) are removed. The residual modeling approach is based on psychoacoustically motivated nonuniform filter banks. Chapter Five deals with pitch-synchronous versions of both the wavelet and the Fourier transform; these allow for compact models of pseudo-periodic signals. Chapter Six discusses recent algorithms for deriving signal representations based on time-frequency atoms; primarily, the matching pursuit algorithm is reviewed and extended. [+]The signal models discussed in the book are compact, adaptive, parametric, time-frequency representations that are useful for analysis, coding, modification, and synthesis of natural signals such as audio. The models are all interpreted as methods for decomposing a signal in terms of fundamental time-frequency atoms; these interpretations, as well as the adaptive and parametric natures of the models, serve to link the various methods dealt with in the text. Adaptive Signal Models: Theory, Algorithms and Audio Applications serves as an excellent reference for researchers of signal processing and may be used as a text for advanced courses on the topic.
Edition: 1
Publication date: 2005-12-21
Dewey code: 781
Price: $39.99
Review The S.M.A.R.T. Guide to Mixing and Mastering Audio Recordings (S.M.A.R.T. Guide To...) / Artistpro:We live in an age where technological advances in the music industry are so commonplace that they seem to happen every day. Many of these advances have made it possible for almost anyone to develop a system capable of producing hit-quality audio. The only bad news is that by opening the doors for everyone, new audio technology has also made a lot more competition. If you're going to have an edge in an increasingly competitive industry, such as music and audio, mixing and mastering skills are essential. Nothing crushes creative potential more effectively than a shabby attempt at an amateurish mixdown. The S. M. A. R. T Guide to Mixing and Mastering Audio Recordings provides proven, time-tested tools to create mixes that compete well in the musical marketplace and compare favorably with the recordings you hear on your favorite CDs and DVDs. [+]Professional-level techniques are explained thoroughly with numerous screenshots in a hands-on, full-color format. Topics covered include setting up for mixdown, mixing all of the rhythm section instruments, addressing surround considerations, understanding the proper use of effects and stereo imaging, and learning mastering techniques that will give your productions the impact and power they deserve. The companion DVD includes audio examples of the concepts discussed in the text, plus step-by-step instructional video examples that show you how to optimize your recordings in crucial situations.
Creator: Jingdong Chen
Edition: 1
Publication date: 2005-04-29
Dewey code: 621.389
List Price: $159.00
Price: $120.02
Review Speech Enhancement (Signals and Communication Technology) / Springer:We live in a noisy world! In all applications (telecommunications, hands-free communications, recording, human-machine interfaces, etc. ) that require at least one microphone, the signal of interest is usually contaminated by noise and reverberation. As a result, the microphone signal has to be "cleaned" with digital signal processing tools before it is played out, transmitted, or stored. This book is about speech enhancement. Different well-known and state-of-the-art methods for noise reduction, with one or multiple microphones, are discussed. By speech enhancement, we mean not only noise reduction but also dereverberation and separation of independent signals. These topics are also covered in this book. However, the general emphasis is on noise reduction because of the large number of applications that can benefit from this technology. The goal of this book is to provide a strong reference for researchers, engineers, and graduate students who are interested in the problem of signal and speech enhancement. To do so, we invited well-known experts to contribute chapters covering the state of the art in this focused field.
Publication date: 2008-01-28
Dewey code: 600
List Price: $129.95
Price: $129.95
Review Watermarking in Audio: Key Techniques and Technologies / Cambria Press:The availability of increased computational power and the proliferation of the Internet have facilitated the production and distribution of unauthorized copies of multimedia information. As a result, the problem of multimedia copyright protection has attracted the interest of the worldwide scientific and the business communities. The most promising solution seems to be the watermarking process where the original data is marked with ownership information hidden in an imperceptible manner in the original signal. Watermarking in Audio: Key Techniques and Technologies is an inclusive compilation of the most important and fundamental theories and techniques in digital audio watermarking. It includes a comprehensive overview of the state-of-the-art techniques used in digital audio watermarking and focuses on two key issues in digital audio watermarking: psychoacoustic modeling and synchronization. The fundamental theories and the innovative techniques introduced in this book can be directly applied not only to digital audio watermarking, but also to perceptual digital audio coding. Watermarking in Audio will serve as an essential reference to the scientists and researchers in digital audio and related fields, including engineering and information technology.
Publication date: 2003-06-25
Dewey code: 621.3893
Price: $35.00
Review The Fat Man on Game Audio: Tasty Morsels of Sonic Goodness (New Riders Games) / New Riders Games:The guidance provided in this book is badly needed by the industry and can only come from someone who really knows and understands the intricacies, history, and challenges of game audio. George "Fatman" Sanger reveals both his soul and talent in this documented journey of what it takes and means to be successful with game audio. Much like big screen movies, audio can leave an audience with either a sense of intense emotion or it can destroy their overall experience. The same is true of games. Audio is a key component of game design but there are a select few who have truly mastered the art and technique of enhancing a game players overall game experience. Read this book and learn from the master. This book will reveal what it takes to be a highly sucessful audio developer. It reveals the unique problems facing the audio developer and then teaches them the most useful, efficient, and direct ways to overcome these problems. This book is unlike any other in that it not only gives readers the know-how on but it also teaches the reader how to add soul and life into their game audio by examining their personal lessons in music, science, politics, philosophy, and other life experiences. This book is an inspiration to all audio developers.
Creator: Frank E. Gaebelein
Edition: Windows Version
Publication date: 1998-12-01
Dewey code: 220.7
Price: $199.99
Review Expositor's Bible Commentary for Windows, The / Zondervan Publishing Company:This award-winning commentary is available now for any computer that is compatible with other STEP software.
Publication date: 1998-10
Dewey code: 786.76
Price: $55.95
Review Computer Sound Synthesis for the Electronic Musician (Music Technology Series) / Focal Press:Introduce computer sound synthesis techniques and synthesis programming to students, researchers, musicians and enthusiasts in the field of music technology. Miranda examines a variety of synthesis techniques and illustrates how to turn a personal computer into a powerful and flexible sound synthesiser. The book also discusses a number of ongoing developments that may play an important role in the future of electronic music making, including the use of Artificial Intelligence techniques in synthesis software and parallel computers. Computer sound synthesis is becoming increasingly attractive to a wide range of musicians. The sound processing power of the computer is increasing and any personal computer will soon be able to run software in real-time, capable of synthesising sounds using every possible technique. The art of sound synthesis is as important for the electronic musician as the art of orchestration is important for symphonic music composers. Those who wish to create their own virtual orchestra of electronic instruments and produce original sounds will find this book invaluable. The accompanying CD-ROM contains examples, complementary tutorials and a number of synthesis systems for PC and Macintosh platforms, ranging from low level synthesis programming languages to graphic front-ends for instrument and sound design. These include fully working packages, demonstration versions of commercial software and experimental programs from top research centres in Europe, North and South America. Understand the latest synthesis techniques and software. [+]Includes a free CD-ROM with tutorials and examples of cutting-edge synthesis systems for Mac and PC platforms.
Publication date: 2001-12-07
Dewey code: 006.454
Price: $49.99
Review VoiceXML: Professional Developer's Guide with CDROM / Wiley:Learn how to build voice-enabled applications using VoiceXML VoiceXML is designed for creating human-computer dialogs that feature synthesized speech, digitized audio, recognition of spoken and key input, recording of spoken input, telephony, and mixed-initiative conversations. Providing a detailed look at this markup language, VoiceXML (Version 2. 0 is covered) takes the reader from the basics of voice solutions all the way through to building and running an application. It also reviews the critical success factors when designing and implementing a voice strategy and provides a glimpse into the future of voice technologies. The authors include discussions on how to generate dynamic VoiceXML content as well as the design of compelling and effective voice user interfaces. CD-ROM includes code from the book as well as development toolkits and reference material from multiple vendors.
Authors
- Henkjan Honing
- Peter Desain
Dewey code: 781.11
Price: $30.00
Review Music, Mind, and Machine: Studies in Computer Music, Music Cognition, and Artificial Intelligence (Kennistechnologie) / Thesis Pub:
Edition: 1
Publication date: 2005-09-01
Dewey code: 006
List Price: $169.00
Price: $158.60
Review Perception-Based Data Processing in Acoustics: Applications to Music Information Retrieval and Psychophysiology of Hearing (Studies in Computational Intelligence) ... (Studies in Computational Intelligence) / Springer:This monograph provides novel insights into cognitive mechanisms underlying the processing of sound and music in different environments. A solid understanding of these mechanisms is vital for numerous technological applications such as for example information retrieval from distributed musical databases or building expert systems. In order to investigate the cognitive mechanisms of music perception fundamentals of hearing psychophysiology and principles of music perception are presented. In addition, some computational intelligence methods are reviewed, such as rough sets, fuzzy logic, artificial neural networks, decision trees and genetic algorithms. The applications of hybrid decision systems to problem solving in music and acoustics are exemplified and discussed on the basis of obtained experimental results.
Creator: Tapio Seppanen
Publication date: 2007-08-07
Dewey code: 005.82
List Price: $180.00
Price: $122.00
Review Digital Audio Watermarking Techniques and Technologies: Applications and Benchmarks / IGI Global:"Digital audio watermarking has been proposed as a new and alternative method to enforce intellectual property rights and protect digital audio from tampering. Digital Audio Watermarking Techniques and Technologies: Applications and Benchmarks is a comprehensive compilation of the major theoretical frameworks, research findings, and practical applications. With inclusive coverage of the most authoritative research in the area, Digital Audio Watermarking Techniques and Technologies: Applications and Benchmarks will serve as a vital reference to researchers and practitioners in a variety of disciplines, including engineering, information technology, and digital audio. With value to a diverse range of users, this Premier Reference Source suits libraries in numerous settings. ".
Creator: Yiteng Huang
Edition: 1
Publication date: 2007-12-13
Dewey code: 006
List Price: $199.00
Price: $143.60
Review Springer Handbook of Speech Processing (Springer Handbook of) / Springer:From common consumer products such as cell phones and MP3 players to more sophisticated projects such as human-machine interfaces and responsive robots, speech technologies are now everywhere. Many think that it is just a matter of time before more applications of the science of speech become inescapable in our daily life. This handbook is meant to play a fundamental role for sustainable progress in speech research and development. Springer Handbook of Speech Processing targets three categories of readers: graduate students, professors and active researchers in academia and research labs, and engineers in industry who need to understand or implement some specific algorithms for their speech-related products. The handbook could also be used as a sourcebook for one or more graduate courses on signal processing for speech and different aspects of speech processing and applications. A quickly accessible source of application-oriented, authoritative and comprehensive information about these technologies, it combines the established knowledge derived from research in such fast evolving disciplines as Signal Processing and Communications, Acoustics, Computer Science and Linguistics.
Authors
- Faulkner Information Services
List Price: $128.00
Price: $128.00
Review Rich Media Applications Market Trends / Faulkner Information Services:Frequently used for Internet advertising, rich media (aka multimedia) offers experiences that can be "the next best thing to being there. " It has proved itself useful for such applications as tours and training. This report covers rich media technologies, the business uses of rich media, the obstacles to greater acceptance of rich media, and the current state of the marketplace.
Publication date: 2004-10-31
Review Das iPod-Buch / Galileo Press GmbH:
Edition: 1
Publication date: 2007-04-16
Dewey code: 006.454
List Price: $179.95
Price: $143.96
Review Pattern Recognition in Speech and Language Processing / Taylor & Francis:The advent of powerful computing devices and ubiquitous multimedia information distribution has triggered a wave of new approaches in pattern recognition. This book fills the need for a systematic and up-to-date presentation of the fundamentals and recent developments in the field of speech and language processing. It begins with the basics and recent theoretical advances, emphasizing classifier design criteria and optimization procedures. Discussions then move to topics in speech recognition and finally to language processing. Numerous examples of practical applications and real system descriptions make this a truly comprehensive treatment of an important and rapidly growing field.
Publication date: 2004-09-28
Review Avid Xpress Pro X for Windows and Macintosh: Visual QuickPro Guide / Peachpit Press:
Creator: Regina Rega
Publication date: 1995-03
Price: $129.95
Review Cd-Roms in Print 1995: An International Guide to Ce-Rom, Cd-I, 3Do, Mmcd, Cd32, Multimedia, & Electronic Book Products (CD-Roms in Print) / Mecklermedia Corporation:
Publication date: 2001-10
Dewey code: 780.285
List Price: $133.00
Price: $133.00
Review First International Conference on Web Delivering of Music Wedelmusic 2001: Proceedings : Florence, Italy 23-24 November 2001 / Ieee:This text contains the proceedings of a conference held in 2001 -the International Conference on Web Delivering of Music (WEDELMUSIC 2001).
Edition: 1
Publication date: 1998-06-30
List Price: $82.00
Price: $143.73
Review Akustische Kommunikation: Grundlagen mit Hörbeispielen / Springer:Akustische Kommunikation wendet sich an alle wissenschaftlichen Fachrichtungen, die bestrebt sind, ein anwendbares Verständnis der zahlreichen interdisziplinären Sachverhalte, Zusammenhänge und Voraussetzungen der Kommunikation mit Sprache und Musik zu erlangen. Daher werden signal- und systemtheoretische, physikalische, elektroakustische, phonetische, musikakustische, psychoakustische und hörtheoretische Grundlagen gleichgewichtet dargestellt. Ein Anhang mit Symbolen, Größen und Konstanten, ein umfangreiches Literaturverzeichnis mit 1123 Zitaten sowie eine CD mit 31 Hörbeispielen machen dieses Fachbuch zu einem unentbehrlichen Standardwerk.
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