4 Questions
Who bought the first tape recorder marketed in America in 1948?
Alexander Pon Ben Crosby
What was the key innovation of Ampex's videotape recorder?
Recording on a bias
Which company did Ampex license its tape technology to?
Sony
What did the arrival of the instant replay in television highlight?
The shooting of Lee Harvey Oswald
Test your knowledge on the fascinating history of tape recorders in America, including the story of how Alexander Pon Ben Crosby revolutionized the industry. Explore the origins of AEX, the company founded by Russian innovator Alexander M Ponto, and its impact on Bing Crosby's golf game and radio show.
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