Instant Digital Audio presents digital audio principals and techniques for the non-audio specialist. Videographers and multimedia producers that are new to audio learn how to select the hardware and software that they need and how to use it.

Straightforward explanations supplemented with ample screenshots and technical data address recording and production topics including microphones and relevant applications, best practices in recording audio, and how to feed audio into the computer for editing.

Postproduction topics include setting up a studio, acquisition and editing techniques, filtering, and restoration.

About the Author: Douglas Spotted Eagle has established himself as a virtuoso performer, preeminent music producer, and noted videographer. The recipient of the first-ever award for Native American music in 2001, he also has received Emmy, Peabody, Dupont, and Telly awards.

Currently under contract with Virgin/Higher Octave, he has recorded 14 solo albums and collaborated on more than 300 CD, film, and television projects. Recognized as a world leader in the Vegas product knowledgebase, he has authored numerous articles for this application and sister applications. He also hosts two web sites for users of Vegas and related products.