Engineering questions

[diebenkorn]

I was reading a lively thread on HF (something about rudi and a new amp) and realized that my knowledge of measurements and most things to do with engineering is sorely lacking. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions about learning about the engineering aspects of amps,etc (ie good design). I am mainly looking for a basic understanding to become a better consumer (or be less of an idiot). Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

[peanutbutterjam]

I was reading a lively thread on HF (something about rudi and a new amp) and realized that my knowledge of measurements and most things to do with engineering is sorely lacking. I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions about learning about the engineering aspects of amps,etc (ie good design). I am mainly looking for a basic understanding to become a better consumer (or be less of an idiot). Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Wow I think that would require an entire physics and engineering course. But well how about this: Analysis and Design of Analog Integrated Circuits (4th Edition): Paul R. Gray, Paul J. Hurst, Stephen H. Lewis, Robert G. Meyer

Frankly I haven't read it since I haven't found the time but someone did recommend it to me. There's really a ton of material out if you're really interested in engineering.

[AlanY]

If you're looking to learn about tube amps, Norman Crowhurst's Basic Audio series is exceptional. It has huge diagrams and illustrations on almost every page and is written towards a total beginner, but it's written so that you'll learn something too. Pete Millett says "If you're a beginner, READ THESE BOOKS!" You can download scans of the books here:

Technical books online

[luvdunhill]

If you're looking to learn about tube amps, Norman Crowhurst's Basic Audio series is exceptional. It has huge diagrams and illustrations on almost every page and is written towards a total beginner, but it's written so that you'll learn something too. Pete Millett says "If you're a beginner, READ THESE BOOKS!" You can download scans of the books here:

Technical books online

I highly recommend the "Designing and Building Hi-Fi Furniture" book