Amplifier theory

[cfsporn]

I'll probably see him in New York at the end of this month, assuming he'll be attending the AES convention.

I'll have to check out the book myself!

Is the AES convention worth going to? I am considering going as it is about ten minutes from my house and I qualify for student prices.

 

[beans-on-toast]

If you have an opportunity, absolutely!

There are product expositions, workshops, papers presented, the opportunity to meet people and establish connections with companies. This is exciting stuff.

For a student, you get to see many segments of the industry. It's a real eye opener. It helps you understand not only who does what but all the opportunities there are out there. It's overwhelming. There are even student tours to help you get started with acquainting yourself with the possibilities.

Being local is such a bonus, don't pass this up. You never know, it might inspire you set your sights on working in the audio industry.

 

[Bob Lee (QSC)]

Is the AES convention worth going to? I am considering going as it is about ten minutes from my house and I qualify for student prices.

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If you're really interested in audio technology, and you're so close by, it would probably be worthwhile. Plus, you get an opportunity to meet a lot of knowledgeable people. I always feel kind of recharged by an AES convention.

 

[cfsporn]

Is it worth springing for the All Access pass? It's $120 for four days vs free (I think) for the standard pass.

 

[Bob Lee (QSC)]

The All Access pass gets you into the technical program. That's why I suggest that you look at what's offered.

Here's a view of all four days' schedule: Invalid Link Removed

 

[agedhorse]

Always a good thing to expand your knowledge horizon. The technical discussions and white papers that come out of AES are cutting edge in content but are based on the science and engineering behind what is marketed as obvious.

Note that a lot of the info is pretty advanced (by its nature of being cutting edge), but even being exposed to the content will help you appreciate the level of understanding about where the industry can evolve to.

 

[Bob Lee (QSC)]

I've been going to AES conventions since 1979, but I bought an all-access pass for the first time 25 years ago. I was astounded at what sort of stuff I'd been missing!

And $120 is a bargain compared to what we non-students pay.

 

[cfsporn]

I've been going to AES conventions since 1979, but I bought an all-access pass for the first time 25 years ago. I was astounded at what sort of stuff I'd been missing!

And $120 is a bargain compared to what we non-students pay.

Always a good thing to expand your knowledge horizon. The technical discussions and white papers that come out of AES are cutting edge in content but are based on the science and engineering behind what is marketed as obvious.

Note that a lot of the info is pretty advanced (by its nature of being cutting edge), but even being exposed to the content will help you appreciate the level of understanding about where the industry can evolve to.

Always a good thing to expand your knowledge horizon. The technical discussions and white papers that come out of AES are cutting edge in content but are based on the science and engineering behind what is marketed as obvious.

Note that a lot of the info is pretty advanced (by its nature of being cutting edge), but even being exposed to the content will help you appreciate the level of understanding about where the industry can evolve to.

The All Access pass gets you into the technical program. That's why I suggest that you look at what's offered.

Here's a view of all four days' schedule: Invalid Link Removed

All access it is! $120 for what usually costs $430 is too good to pass up.

 

[beans-on-toast]

Check with your school, sometimes they get free passes to conventions.

 

[Bob Lee (QSC)]

Check with your school, sometimes they get free passes to conventions.

The free passes are for the exhibit floor only.

 

[Bob Lee (QSC)]

We're having our biennial Crest Audio alumni reunion that Friday night, the 30th. It's always great to see old friends!

 

[agedhorse]

We're having our biennial Crest Audio alumni reunion that Friday night, the 30th. It's always great to see old friends!

Do you ever see Craig Hannaberry (sp?) or Jon Lee? (actually goes back to the DMI days)

 

[fdeck]

I learned the hard way... if you go to one of those conventions, either the trade show or the talks, wear your absolutely most comfortable shoes.

 

[cfsporn]

I just bought a four day all access pass!


@Bob Lee (QSC) I didn't know you worked at Crest. I now wish I hadn't stripped and returned the CA9 I found in the trash

@fdeck Luckily, my job requires me to walk ~5 miles per day in addition to the ~4 miles per day that my hometown requires me to walk so all my shoes are comfortable waking shoes

 

[beans-on-toast]

I just bought a four day all access pass!

Drink it all up and enjoy it! Conventions like this are always inspiring.

 

[aborgman]

Here's a link to the third edition: The Art of Electronics: Paul Horowitz, 3rd edition. Textbooks are expensive.

Note... you can buy a brand new, Asian printed (but in English) edition from a lot of used bookstores for about $20.

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The Art of Electronics by Paul Horowitz , Winfield Hill: 9780521370950 - booksdeck

 

[Bob Lee (QSC)]

Do you ever see Craig Hannaberry (sp?) or Jon Lee? (actually goes back to the DMI days)

Sadly, Craig Hannabury died some years ago. I don't remember what was the cause; I believe it was some illness. I last saw John Lee at our Crest alumni get-together about six years ago.

 

[Bob Lee (QSC)]

Do you ever see Craig Hannaberry (sp?) or Jon Lee? (actually goes back to the DMI days)

I once figured out this series of obscure Crest Audio connections to the Beatles:
Beatles ==> Ivor Arbiter (designed the dropped-T Beatles logo for Ringo's Ludwig kick drum) ==> Dallas-Arbiter Electronics (original Fuzz Face, among other things) ==> Dallas Music Industries ==> Crest Audio.

 

[agedhorse]

Sadly, Craig Hannabury died some years ago. I don't remember what was the cause; I believe it was some illness. I last saw John Lee at our Crest alumni get-together about six years ago.

Sad to hear this. I did a fair amount of service work out here on the west coast during the period of time that DMI was transitioning from Kelsey to Crest. Craig was a good guy to work with. I remember a lot of support documents I received coming from John's desk. They had great ideas regarding early consoles, but needed to make the transition to Crest before it all came together. I worked on a lot of them over the years.

 

[Bill Hughes]

The A.E.S. is a great organization. The A.E.S. has changed a lot over the years. Sadly, analog subjects are not dealt with these days, with the exception of class "D".

Over the decades, the giants have published some really interesting work.


If you have an interest, then do go, you might meet some interesting people!