30 Years Of The Walkman

American Voices

July 7, 2009 | ISSUE 45•28

Portable music became a reality 30 years ago with the introduction of the Sony Walkman. What do you think?

Too bad it took them 15 more years to invent headphones and double-A batteries."

Nick Inglut
Gilder
We should be careful not to forget the contributions of the rolling Victrolas of the 1920s.

Moli Griffin
Loan Officer
Anyone who listens to the Scorpions’ Love At First Sting on an iPod isn't experiencing the music as it was intended."

Robert Crouse
Quilting Machine Operator

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