'Whispers From The Other Side' By Steve Higgins

Whispers From The Other Side: A Comprehensive Guide To EVPs' by Steve Higgins is an extensive resource for those intrigued by the world of the Electronic Voice Phenomenon (EVP). This pioneering work is meticulously designed to assist both the uninitiated and experienced paranormal investigators in their EVP endeavours.

Guiding readers on a comprehensive journey through the enigma of EVP, the book enlightens with details on the utilisation of recording equipment, addressing audio interference, and engaging with apparitions during EVP sessions. It underscores the importance of objectivity and the avoidance of confirmation bias in the analysis of EVP recordings.

Steve further delves into exploring potential origins of EVPs and related concepts like Instrumental Transcommunication (ITC), Direct Voice Phenomenon (DVP), and scalar waves. Intriguing theories are unveiled, including EVPs possibly being a result of the practitioner's subconscious thoughts imprinted through psychokinesis.

Chronicling the history of EVP research from séances in the 1840s to modern technological communication attempts with spirits, the book offers an extensive overview of the modern EVP movement and its associated research associations.

Tools and methods for capturing EVPs are discussed in-depth, providing valuable knowledge on the use of devices ranging from digital audio recorders and smartphones to EVP-specific instruments like spirit boxes and EVP laser microphones.

The book offers valuable insights on conducting EVP sessions, analyzing audio recordings, and even the controversial topic of audio manipulation in EVP research. It provides a comprehensive understanding of key terms such as frequency, amplitude, wavelength, and pitch.

In its final chapter, 'Whispers From The Other Side' categorises EVPs into two distinct types - Transformative and Opportunistic, and elaborates on various classification scales used to grade EVPs.

This detailed guide, with its wide-ranging exploration of EVP research, is a must-have resource for anyone embarking on or deepening their journey into the fascinating realm of the paranormal.