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Peter Carl Goldmark was a Hungarian-American engineer who developed the 33 1/3 rpm long-playing (LP) phonograph record while working for Columbia Records in New York. Introduced in 1948, the LP significantly increased the playback time of recorded audio and became the industry standard for music albums. During his career, Goldmark also contributed to the development of early color television systems and electronic video recording. His work had a lasting impact on both the music and broadcast industries.
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What did Peter Goldmark invent?
Peter Carl Goldmark is best known for developing the 33 1/3 rpm long-playing (LP) phonograph record, which he created while working at Columbia Records. He also contributed to early color television technology and other innovations in electronic media.
When was the LP record introduced to the public?
Columbia Records introduced the 33 1/3 rpm LP in 1948, revolutionizing the recorded music industry by allowing roughly 20–25 minutes of audio per side, far more than the previous 78 rpm format. This format became the standard for album releases for decades.
Did Peter Goldmark also work on color television?
Yes, Goldmark developed the CBS field-sequential color television system, which was briefly approved by the FCC as the U.S. standard in 1950 before being replaced by the compatible NTSC system. His system was technically impressive but incompatible with existing black-and-white broadcasts.
What company did Peter Goldmark work for?
Goldmark spent most of his career at CBS (Columbia Broadcasting System) in New York, where he led research and development efforts. He held over 150 patents across fields including audio recording, television, and video technology.
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