sound recording
Early Music Listening Devices
First device remembered for playing recorded music: Records.
Types of Records
Different speeds of records:
45 RPM (revolutions per minute) - Small records with one song on each side.
33.5 RPM - Large albums.
Older records - Even higher speeds that played music at an accelerated pace.
Transition to Tape Recorders
Use of tape recorders for creating and sharing songs among peers.
Sound Quality of Record Players
General assessment: bad sound quality with noticeable crackle and background noise.
Personal anecdote: The crackling sound was annoying.
Personal Record Collection
Ownership of Albums/Records:
First ones owned included those bought by the mother from a young age.
Specific albums mentioned:
"How to Tell Time" album.
Other albums by major bands were collected.
Mom's Record Collection
Most records owned by mother were 78 RPM records.
Purchased from a music store.
Stereo System Usage
Description of the stereo: Multi-speaker system that provided louder sound, creating annoyance as a child.
Listening options: Radio or record player.
Frequency of Listening
As a child, music was listened to approximately every other day.
Social Events Related to Music
No record hops or parties centered around music were held among friends.
Home Recordings
Personal experience: Made tape recordings but stopped after finding no enjoyment in the playback.
Portable Music Devices
Mention of a "boombox" received in high school:
Description: Larger, square design, unique compared to modern rounded versions.
Functionality: Produced loud sound, hence the name 'boombox.'
Creation of Mix Tapes
Frequently made mix tapes:
For romantic interests, featuring selected songs.
For friends, included funny songs and personal favorites.
Favorite Artists and Genres
Artist preferences mentioned:
Michael Jackson: Liked his singing style when he used his own voice.
Bob Seger: Mentioned as a favorite, noted to be from Michigan, and listened to often.