GE Portable Cassette Tape Player, Model 3-5090A, circa 1970
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Artifact Overview
The cassette format was introduced by Philips in 1965, initially marketed for business dictation. Despite offering lower recording quality than open reel tapes, the cassette's portability was attractive. They quickly became popular as a music recording and playback medium. Improvements in noise reduction, tape quality, and the convenience of portable players soon allowed the cassette to surpass vinyl record sales.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Cassette tape recorder
Date Made
circa 1970
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
91.308.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Non-ferrous Metal
Plastic
Dimensions
Height: 2.5 in
Width: 5.25 in
Length: 9.5 in
Inscriptions
top:
General Electric
Automatic Level Control
Condenser Microphone
underside:
General Electric
Model No. 3-5090A
Portable Cassette Recorder
Power Source - 4 "C" Flashlight Batteries
Made in Korea
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