Recording Collection (page 9)

Mid-19th century Phonautograph, c. 1906
Mid-19th century Phonautograph, c.1906. Plaster of Paris barrel with brass tube at a with hogs bristle attached to trace vibrations produced in AB on lampblacked cylinder C

Mid-19th century Phonautograph, 1872. Tuning fork vibrated by bow or iron rod, and vibration traced on cylinder coated with lampblack

Making a recording with, and listening to, first Edison Phonograph, 1878
First model of Edison Phonograph. Top: Making recording. Bottom: Listening to recording. Paris, April 1878

Sound Recording Disc Electricity Motor Battery Liquid, c1880

Making recordings on Emile Berliners Gramophone, c1887

Advertisement for Edison phonograph cylinder recordings, 1900. From Scientific American. (New York, 1900). Thomas Edison (1847-1931)

Cuneiform tablet barley rations, 1st Dynasty of Lagash, about 2350-2200 BC
Cuneiform tablet recording barley rations, 1st Dynasty of Lagash, about 2350-2200 BC, from Tello (ancient Girsu), southern Iraq

First model of Edisons Phonograph c1877 (c1880). In this model the recording cylinder was rotated by hand. The message to be recorded was spoken into the mouthpiece at A

An advertisement for Nicole Frere's musical boxes
An advertisement for Nicole Frere's Regina and Polyphon musical boxes. Dated 20th century

Advertisement for an Edison phonograph. Dated 19th Century

LFDCA-LFB Breathing apparatus control board
All front line fire engines which carry breathing apparatus also carry a BA control board. This ensures that when firefighters enter an incident in BA their details are recorded

Captain Cook observing a human sacrifice in Otaheite (Tahiti), September 1777. After an engraving by William Woolett from a work by John Webber, published in 1784

Advertisement for The Gramophone Comany in the March 1907 edition of The Graphic, a weekly illustrated newspaper, published in London from 1869 to 1932

Advertisement for The Gramophone Comany in the June 1907 edition of The Graphic, a weekly illustrated newspaper, published in London from 1869 to 1932

Advertisement for The Gramophone Comany in the April 1907 edition of The Graphic, a weekly illustrated newspaper, published in London from 1869 to 1932

Advertisement for The Edison Concert Phonograph from 1899; United States of America

Engraving depicting and Edison phonograph. Fig. 1: Clockwork driven force. An improvement on the original model which was turned by hand. Fig. 3: Electrical version powered by a wet cell (A)

Illustration of Edisons recording apparatus. The apparatus was used for making recordings on a wax disc, showing the clockwork mechanism housed in the stand under the disc. Dated 19th Century

Illustration of a Check Clock, 19th century
Illustration of a CheckClock

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"Capturing Timeless Moments: The Art of Recording" In the vast realm of recording, a multitude of captivating stories unfold. From the iconic MGM Lion roaring before our favorite films to the enigmatic echoes of the MAP microwave background that reveal secrets about our universe, recordings have become windows into history and culture. One such moment frozen in time is a poignant photograph capturing Sam Cooke, an American soul singer whose voice stirred hearts during his tragically short life from 1933 to 1964. This snapshot from 1964 encapsulates his passion and talent forever etched in our memories. The RCA Victor trademark featuring Nipper the dog stands as a symbol of fidelity and innovation. A lithograph poster dating back to circa 1920 showcases this iconic image that has accompanied countless moments when music became an inseparable part of our lives. George Studdy's whimsical creation, "His Broadcast Masters Voice, " brings a smile with its depiction of a charming dog listening intently to recorded sounds on an old-fashioned tape recorder. It reminds us how technology has evolved over time while preserving cherished memories. Recording not only captures melodies but also historical events. The discovery in 1859 of Sir John Franklin's expedition record from 1847-1848 searching for the Northwest Passage serves as a testament to human exploration and endurance against nature's harshness. Venturing into uncharted territories, even beyond physical realms, we find ourselves in seance rooms at institutions like the National Laboratory of Psychical Research where paranormal phenomena are documented through audio recordings. These eerie whispers offer glimpses into mysteries yet unsolved. Phonograph recordings transport us back in time when vinyl ruled supreme; they embody nostalgia and evoke emotions long forgotten. Glenda Jackson gracing Morecambe & Wise Christmas Special or Cliff Richard guest-starring on their show in October 1972 remind us how these performances were immortalized through recording technology.