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Journal Article

Record Changers, Turntables, and Tone Arms-A Brief Technical History

Authors: Kogen, James H.

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 25 · Issue 10/11 · pp. 749–758 · November 1977

Abstract

Some of the highlights in the development of record changers and turntables since the early 1920s are recounted. Electric motors, drives, and change mechanisms are discussed in some detail along with important features of tone arms. The present state of the art is summarized, and the paper concludes with a prediction of future development.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
25
Issue
10/11
Pages
749–758
Publication date
November 6, 1977
Affiliation
Shure Brothers Incorporated, Evanston, IL (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article