30 Years Of The Walkman

American Voices • Science & Technology • ISSUE 45•28 • Jul 7, 2009

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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