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Thomas Edison's invention that was the first to both record and reproduce sound using a tinfoil-coated cylinder and a stylus.

Introduction of multitrack recording techniques by musician and inventor Les Paul, enhancing recording possibilities.

The shift from analog to digital recording, allowing for clearer sound quality and easier editing.

Commercial introduction of two-channel stereo records, significantly improving the listening experience.

The first device to visually record sound waves onto paper; however, it could not play back the sound.

An improved version of the phonograph that used wax-coated cardboard cylinders and a floating stylus.

A method of audio recording in which sound is converted into electrical signals that magnetize a sensitive tape.

Emile Berliner's invention that used flat discs instead of cylinders, making mass production of recordings possible.

Introduction of the CD by Philips and Sony, providing a digital optical disc data storage format.

The development of the MP3 audio file format allowed for compressed digital audio without excessively reducing sound quality.

Launch of the iTunes Store by Apple, revolutionizing the music industry by popularizing legal digital music downloads.

The release of the first digital audio workstation (DAW) to feature a non-linear editing system and multitrack recording.

The release of Bluetooth technology allowed for the wireless transmission of audio between devices.

Introduction of 5.1 surround sound in home cinema and DVDs, providing a multi-channel audio experience.

Launch of SoundCloud, providing a platform for artists to share and distribute their music online.

The Free Lossless Audio Codec (FLAC) enabled compression of audio without any loss in quality, important for archiving.

The launch of music streaming services like Spotify changed the way people access and listen to music.

The rise of podcasting provided a new digital medium for audio storytelling and journalism.

Introduction of digital radio broadcasting, offering listeners higher audio quality and more radio channels.