Physics of Sound 101
Understanding the physics of sound is essential for the audio professional. It’s used even beyond music and pro audio. Most of what we know from the physics are truly derived from our knowledge of waveforms and vibration. The following recommendations demonstrate the absolute basics.
Reading
| Introduction To Acoustics – University of Oregon | Read |
| The Physics of Sound – Future Learn | Read |
| Sound Waves and Music – University of Michigan | Read |
| Physics of Sound (Advanced) – University of Michigan | Read |
| What is Sound? – Florida University | Read |
Video
| Future Learn – A quick primer on sound physics | Watch |
| Sound Waves in Action – Fuse School | Watch |
| Transmission of Sound (3D Animated) – Designmate | Watch |
| What is Sound – Flipping Physics | Watch |
| Sound Wave Experiments – Fuse School | Watch |
| What is Sound? – Sci-Show Kids | Watch |
| Basics of Room Acoustics – GIK Acoustics | Watch |
Listening
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