Chapter 1

Introduction

1.1 Introduction: Computer Programming and Digital Signal Processing

Computers are powerful tools for recording, analyzing, visualizing, and processing digital audio. Programming a computer allows for the robust control of audio signals and the creation of software for specialized tasks. Digital signal processing (DSP) is an extensive field of mathematical methods with many applications to process digital audio signals. Together, computer programming and DSP provide a framework for accomplishing many audio-related tasks.

1.2 The Purpose of This Book

The purpose of this book is to provide an introduction for audio engineers to computer programming and digital signal processing. These topics are presented generally, and ...

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