An enlightening guide to recording studio techniques and practices, thisbook collects ten years of interviews and articles edited by Keith Hats chek for the authoritative quarterly Pro Studio Edition. The bookprovides tips and insider information on all facets of the recording pr ocess, from studio acoustics, mixing, and microphones to digital recording, vintage equipment, and working with bands. Notable engineers and producers from a wide array of backgrounds share the tricks of the trade, including Joe Barresi (Melvins, Bad Religion), Mitch Easter (REM, SuzanneVega), Richard Dodd (Wilco, Green Day), and Ed Cherney (Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Eric Clapton).