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Creation of the Waterphone
- Richard Waters invented the waterphone in 1968 in his backyard welding shed.
- His creative, unconcerned attitude led to a unique, eerie instrument with lasting influence in sound design.
Ama Richards Spurs Waterphone Fame
- Ama Richards, a renowned percussionist, discovered the waterphone and embraced its unique sound.
- He introduced it to Hollywood composers, popularizing it in many movie scores.
Waterphone’s Early and Broad Use
- The waterphone debuted in the 1971 documentary The Helstrom Chronicle, featuring bug sounds.
- From there, it spread to many famous movies and TV shows, becoming synonymous with eerie atmospheres.