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Long-playing (LP) record albums are 33⅓ rpm (revolutions per minute) vinyl gramophone records (or phonograph records), generally either 10 or 12 inches in diameter. The idea of the phonograph came from Charles Cros, but he never built it. Instead, Thomas Edison independently built the first working phonograph in 1877. Again, like most audio players, it was meant for recording purposes in office uses. It wasn’t until 1888 that the prerecorded cylinders were created by Emile Berliner and was exclusively used in toys. Adapting to the idea, Berliner began to make prerecorded discs in 1894. By late 1918, the patents for the manufacture of lateral-cut disc records expired; therefore, opening the opportunity for countless companies to produce them. In 1948 they were introduced as a primary release format for recorded music.

Columbia Records unveiled the first LP at a press conference in Waldorf, Astoria on June 21, 1948. Although they released 100 simultaneously to allow for a purchasing catalogue, the first catalogue number for a 10 inch LP, CL 6001, was a reissue of the Frank Sinatra 78 rpm album set The Voice of Frank Sinatra. When initially introduced, 12-inch LPs played for a maximum of 45 minutes, divided over two sides. However, in 1952, Columbia Records began to bring out extended play LPs that played for as long as 52 minutes, or 26 minutes per side. Although most LPs play at 33⅓ rpm, some ‘super fidelity’ discs were designed to play at 45 rpm. There were also, early in the evolution of the LP, some records (primarily spoken word) designed to play at 16⅔ rpm, and from the 1950s to the 1970s it was possible to purchase playback systems with four speeds: 16, 33, 45, and 78 rpm. These records remained unrivaled until the introduction of cassette tapes and finally ceased production in the 1980s with the introduction of Compact Discs

At Montreal Home Movies, we get many request for LP to mp3 transfers. If you have a collection of Records that you would like to transfer to mp3, bring them to us. There are a number of advantages to transferring your old records to mp3: First, mp3 players and iPod’s have incredible storage capacity. Some of the newest versions can hold up to 15,000 tracks. Digital audio players are also portable so you can listen while your on the go and can easily connect to your car or audio system. Your music is also organized and easily accessible. With just the touch of your finger you can access a precise song amongst a catalogue of thousands.

By using a number of free online audio players you can become the DJ. Audio players like Windows Media Player, WinAmp, Apple iTunes and Real Player allow you to create incredible playlist’s that you can save and play anywhere anytime. Professional Audio conversion services usually requires expensive equipment. However, with our many years of experience transferring 8mm, super8 and 16mm film formats to DVD, we have invested heavily into high end computers that improve sound on these films. Also, while converting your audio files, we pay special attention to meta data consistencies (Artist, Album, Title, Release Year, Genre, etc.) so that you can effectively keep track of your collection. We are therefore your number one option for LP/record to mp3 transfers. Please see our remastering section to learn more about our transfer method.

We also provide you with a number of other options for your record/LP transfers. We can provide them to you in many other digital formats. Our most common request is to transfer record/LP‘s to CD. However, we can also upload your music directly to your hard drive. Please see our export section for all your record/LP options.