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Sound Firsts: Landmark recordings in history

Twenty Thousand Hertz

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What Are the Oldest Sound Recordings in Human History?

The oldest known recording of a celphone conversation was made in 19 forty eight. The first call took place in saint louis two years earlier, in 19 forty six. What are the oldest sound recordings in existence to day? And not just recordings, but what are some of the first sounds, voices, songs, events and audiotechnologies in human history? Strap in and hold on.

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