I agree with this book to be a quick introductory guide. Not all that much of a acoustic reference for setting up room and system. +1 on Robert Harley's book, 'The Complete Guide to Hi-End Audio', now in the 5th edition.
Jim Smith and advice
More than a few times, I have seen the ad presented by Jim Smith of Avantgarde?- offering a book and DVDs on improving the experience of an audio system. I am doing this backwards by first sending for the book and DVDs, but still am curious about other people's experience with this purchase. Thoughts anyone?