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Phonautograph (c 1857) apparatus for studying sound vibrations graphically, invented by

Phonautograph (c 1857) apparatus for studying sound vibrations graphically, invented by


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Phonautograph (c 1857) apparatus for studying sound vibrations graphically, invented by

Phonautograph (c 1857) apparatus for studying sound vibrations graphically, invented by (Edouard) Leon Scott de Martinville. Plaster of Paris barrel with brass tube at a with hogs bristle attached to trace vibrations produced in AB on lampblacked cylinder C. Engraving 1906

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1857 1906 Apparatus Attached Barrel Brass Bristle Cylinder Edouard Invented Leon Paris Plaster Produced Recording Scott Sound Studying Trace Tube Graphically Martinville Vibrations


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This print showcases the Phonautograph, a groundbreaking apparatus invented by (Edouard) Leon Scott de Martinville in 1857. The device was designed for the purpose of studying sound vibrations graphically, offering a unique insight into the world of acoustics during that era. In this image, we see a Plaster of Paris barrel with a brass tube attached to it. At one end of the tube, there is a hogs bristle delicately positioned to trace and record vibrations produced in AB on a lampblacked cylinder labeled as C. The engraving itself dates back to 1906 and beautifully captures the essence of this pioneering invention. It serves as an important historical artifact, shedding light on early attempts to visualize and understand sound waves visually. The Phonautograph represents an ingenious blend of artistry and scientific curiosity. Leon Scott de Martinville's creation paved the way for future advancements in audio recording technology, although its commercial use is not mentioned here. This photograph allows us to appreciate both the craftsmanship involved in constructing such an intricate apparatus and the innovative thinking behind it. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported back in time to witness one man's quest to unravel the mysteries hidden within sound vibrations—a testament to human ingenuity and our unyielding desire for knowledge.

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