SOUND IN THE THEATRE
Mineola, New York: Radio Magazines, 1959. First edition. Hardcover. Numerous textual photographs and illustrations. Mineola, New York: Radio Magazines, 1959. First edition. The first major work on modern theatrical acoustics and sound engineering, including discussion of the mechanics of hearing and psycho-acoustics, the basic elements of a sound system and electrical controls, sources and pickup, etc. Burris-Meyer was a pioneering theater director and recording engineer who also helped create the U.S. Navy "Beach Jumpers" Unit during World War II, which covertly used recordings and sound broadcasts to create tactical cover and deception in naval warfare. Small quarto. A very good copy in a very good, price-clipped jacket that is lightly worn at the spine ends and corners. Very Good / Very Good. Item #13705
Price: $50.00