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Single Track Recording and A Boy From Tupelo

Before multi-track recording and overdubbing were available to recording studios, there were tape recorders that recorded only one track. These early tape recorders could be coupled with a mixing consoles which could sum together multiple microphones. These recording limitations were the norm in the early 1950s. At this time musical groups rehearsed their songs and recorded as many takes as it took to get the best version of their song recorded.

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Techniques for Recording a Wurlitzer Electronic Keyboard

The Wurlitzer electronic keyboard was first commercially released by Wurlitzer in 1955 as a convenient (and potentially silent) tool to practice and study piano.  But, almost immediately after its release, the instrument was discovered by professional musical talent such as Ray Charles and found its way to stages and recording studios. Because of the instrument’s unmistakably unique and warm tone and numerous practical advantages, it was a solid choice for recording artists from the very beginning. 

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