This podcast explores the rare use of sound trademarks, featuring examples like NBC's chimes and MGM's roaring lion. It discusses the impact of sound on branding and marketing, using Chili's sizzling fajitas as an example. It also explores the role of sound in car design, focusing on the challenges of creating the desired sound for cars like the Mustang. The podcast highlights the consequences of neglecting sound in branding, as seen with Frito-Lay's Sun Chips bag. It concludes by discussing the rarity of trademarked sounds and the idea of incorporating sounds into tombstones.
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Sound can shape brand perception and attract customers, as exemplified by Chili's sizzling fajitas.
Sound plays a crucial role in product design and can greatly contribute to a brand's identity, as seen with Apple's iconic startup sound.
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The Power of Sound in Branding
Joel Beckerman and Tyler Gray discuss the importance of sound in branding. They use the example of Chili's sizzling fajitas to illustrate how the sound of sizzling can attract customers and increase sales. They emphasize that companies should pay more attention to sound and consider it as a crucial element in shaping brand perception.
The Impact of Sound in Technology
Jim Reeks, a former Apple employee, shares his experience of redesigning the startup sound for Macintosh computers. He believed that the previous sound was annoying and frustrating, so he created a more calming and welcoming sound. Despite initial resistance, his sound became the iconic Apple startup sound and greatly contributed to the brand's identity.
Sound Engineering in Automotive Design
Sean Carney, a powertrain sound quality engineer for Ford Mustangs, explains how sound plays a crucial role in car design. He describes the challenge of recreating the sound of an old Mustang for a special edition, highlighting the importance of capturing the nostalgia and emotional connection that sound can evoke in consumers.
The first trademark for a sound in the United States was issued in 1978 to NBC for their chimes. MGM has a sound trademark for their roaring lion, as does 20th Century Fox for their trumpet fanfare. Harley Davidson tried to trademark the sound … Continue reading →
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