The word amateur comes from the French for "one who loves." So, Amateur Recording of Nature Sounds can signify "one who loves nature," or "one who loves recording," or both. This book, then is intended to help those who love Nature, and who are fascinated by the idea of recording sounds from the great outdoors. Here we describe the strategies, the procedures, and the technologies you my need to jump into this rewarding adventure.

You'll learn about the vast array of sound in nature, microphones and reorders and peripheral equipment both in the text and the appendices, supplemented with ample illustrations. Welcome to your new hobby!