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Perspectives on the Shellac Disc

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Exploring the historical and cultural significance of the shellac disc, this book examines its emergence as the primary sound format in the early 20th century, rooted in South Asian knowledge and colonial practices. By focusing on friction as a crucial element of sound reproduction, it highlights the environmental and political implications of this technology. The narrative intertwines material and music history, offering a fresh perspective on the global impact of early sound recording and our understanding of listening in a technological context.

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Format Friction, Gavin Williams

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2024
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Format Friction
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Perspectives on the Shellac Disc
Język
angielski
Rok wydania
2024
Oprawa
twarda
Liczba stron
208
ISBN13
9780226833248
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Exploring the historical and cultural significance of the shellac disc, this book examines its emergence as the primary sound format in the early 20th century, rooted in South Asian knowledge and colonial practices. By focusing on friction as a crucial element of sound reproduction, it highlights the environmental and political implications of this technology. The narrative intertwines material and music history, offering a fresh perspective on the global impact of early sound recording and our understanding of listening in a technological context.