An audio letter is an audio recording sent by postal mail to a recipient. The practice was more common when charges for long-distance telephone services were higher and before the widespread use of the Internet. Discovered audio recordings offer a unique perspective into that time period and have often been used to present historical context in modern-day radio and television programs.
An audio letter is an audio recording sent by postal mail to a recipient. The practice was more common when charges for long-distance telephone services were higher and before the widespread use of the Internet. There used to be dedicated booths where such recordings could be recorded on a small flexible phonograph disc for mailing for a small fee. Discovered audio recordings offer a unique perspective into that time period and have often been used to present historical context in modern-day radio and television programs.
Media Media used in recording audio letters include:
Wax cylinder Reel to reel Cassette tape MiniDisc
References
MPR Perspective on Vietnam wartime audio letters
External links The Audio Kitchen Phono-Post: a research archive investigating the media archaeology of voicemail