From maf@i88.isc.com Fri Jan 29 13:41:02 1993
From: maf@i88.isc.com (Mike A. Firman)
Date: Fri, 29 Jan 1993 12:40:05 -0600 (CST)
Subject: Short Bibliography
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	Hello There,

	As promised, I have put together a very short bibliography covering
	things of interest to analog synthesists (and synthesists in
	general, for that matter). In particular, these are books that I
	have used in one way or another over the years. I will try to add
	to the list over time.

	I've tried to partition to list into logical subsets but have
	not sorted the subsets themselves.  Here we go:

	Analog Synthesis Technique:

	"Analog Electronic Music Techniques" (In Tape, Electronic, and
	Voltage-Controlled Synthesizer Studios) by Joel Naumann and James
	D. Wagoner. - This is a definitive text in the classic techniques.
	For analog synthesists it (along with the A.Strange book) is a
	must. For "modern" synthesists and electronic musicians this is
	a good historic piece.

	"Electronic Music" (Systems, Techniques, and Controls) 2nd edition
	by Allen Strange. - This is similar to the Naumann and James book
	but also has many examples and discussions about specific systems
	used at the time (1983 for the second edition). Lots of patch examples
	and examples of score fragments. This is a favorite for opening 
	randomly and reading for pleasure, but it also serves as a good 
	reference if you want to know, say, what the "Sync" patch point on
	your VCO is for. This book also has a fabulous bibliography.

	"The Complete Guide to Synthesizers" by Devarahi. This was written
	in 1981 and reflects the state of analog synthesis at the time. It
	is very well written and is especially handy if you have an ARP 2600.
	The book uses the ARP 2600 as its main stage for example patches
	(which there are many). Those who are familiar with the 2600 know
	that the system is general enough to make the patches designed for
	it applicable across many platforms. There are also some cool pictures
	of old gear in the middle of the book.

	"The Synthesizer" (a four volume set) published by Roland. This set is
	probably no longer available but if you can find a set (they are four
	8.5x11 thin paperbacks) in a used bookshop they are worth it. They
	are designed to be the handbooks for the Roland System 100M, Rolands
	modular synthesizer. The patches are versatile and can be applied
	across the modular synth spectrum.

	Electronic Music Theory and History:

	"The Art of Electronic Music" Compiled by Tom Darter and edited by
	Greg Armbruster. This is a fun book. It contains a history of electronic
	music starting with the Telharmonium. The book proceeds into interviews
	with some pioneers in the field. The interviews include Robert Moog,
	Donald Buchla, Tom Oberheim, Dave Smith, Max Mathews and John Chowning
	to name a few.

	Electronics and Construction Technique:

	"Build A Better Music Synthesizer" by Thomas Henry. This was written
	in 1987 so has a somewhat modern approach to an older subject. Most
	of the designs revolve around the Curtis (CEM) and Solid State Micro 
	Technology (SSM) chipsets. There is a detailed discussion about the
	design of each module and (limited) applications for the module are 
	indicated. 

	"Electronic Music Production" 2nd Edition by Alan Douglas. The second
	edition of this was written in 1982. This book has alot of simple
	circuits that cover all E-music functions.

	"Electronic Music Synthesizers" by Delton T. Horn. This book originally
	appeared in 1980 and has been recently updated. The old book is better
	for voltage control stuff and the newer book has some MIDI circuits.


	Well, that's it for now, more will come.

								Michael A. Firman
								maf@i88.isc.com

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	Hello Again,

	Here is another title to add to the bibliography:

	Electronics and Construction Technique:

	"Electronic Music Circuits" by Barry Klein. This was written
	in 1982. Many of the designs use the CEM or SSM chips but not
	all do. There are many circuits in this book. The book also 
	has detailed descriptions of the chips (including reprints of
	the data sheets in an appendix). There is also alot of construction
	techniques and helpful hints. As I have stated earlier, I haven't
	designed any modules myself but I have built various convenience
	modules (power supplies, converter modules, etc.) at times. This book
	has come in handy at those times.

	Well, that's it for now, more will come.

								Michael A. Firman
								maf@i88.isc.com