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Columbia Records introduces the long-playing record album in a public demonstration at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City.
In 1948, Columbia Records debuted the long-playing record album in a public demonstration at New York's Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, revolutionizing music playback.
On June 18, 1948, Columbia Records unveiled the 33⅓ rpm long-playing (LP) record album during a press event at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City.
Unlike the standard 78 rpm discs, the LP could hold much more music per side, transforming the listening experience.
This innovation allowed classical and popular music to be recorded in longer uninterrupted sequences.
The demonstration featured performances by prominent artists of the era, showcasing the format's superior audio fidelity.
The LP quickly became the industry standard, shaping the record market for decades to come.
Its introduction is considered a milestone in the history of recorded sound and music distribution.
1948
Columbia Records
long-playing record album
Waldorf-Astoria Hotel