Sony Introduces the Walkman
At a glance:
- Series: Great Events from History II: Business and Commerce Series
- Categories: Technology, Inventions, Economics
- Subcategories: Business
- Curriculum: Asian History
- Geographical Location: Japan
- Date: July 1, 1979
Article abstract: The Sony Walkman provided personal, portable stereo sound and became the most successful audio product of the 1980’s.
Summary of Event
The Sony Walkman was the result of the convergence of two technologies: the transistor, which enabled miniaturization of electronic components, and the compact cassette, a worldwide standard for magnetic recording tape. As the smallest tape player devised, the Walkman was based on a systems approach that made use of advances in several unrelated areas, including improved loudspeaker design and reduced...
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