A Brief History of Sound Recording

An unconventional history of sound! Beginning 1745 years before Thomas Edison A Brief History of Sound Recording shows you times places and people you might not be expecting to find in the story of sound recording - this history is focused as much as possible on the world of sound beyond music - you'll learn about the use of sound recording in medicine espionage toys transportation political revolution computers and more (there's plenty of music too!).With 36 historic sounds you can listen to online hundreds of photos essays a glossary and profiles of notable recording pioneers this book will take you on a journey through sound full of characters stories facts and straight-up opinions that are all human made - no generative AI has been used to write or illustrate this book!About the book -A true labour of love and well worth your time. - Wallpaper Magazine.About the Museum of Portable Sound -Interrogates what museums are with an inventive curatorial approach and presents its artefacts with a sense of fun often absent in sound art. -The Wire Magazine.