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THE ANNOYING SONG FADE OUT It was quite common for a single song on an album to fade out and fade back in as it transitioned to a new track. Eight-track tapes consisted of actually 4 tracks (each in stereo, totaling 8).
- How many songs can 8 tracks hold?
- Why is an 8-track called an 8-track?
- Why do people hate 8 tracks?
- How much did 8 tracks cost?
How many songs can 8 tracks hold?
8-track tapes, which can hold up to 45 minutes of sound, were introduced to the general public in 1966 when the Ford Motor Company included 8-track players as a cutting-edge automotive accessory for the Ford Mustang.
Why is an 8-track called an 8-track?
By the mid-1960s, many American automakers offered an 8-track player as an option. ... They are called 8-track tapes because each of the four programs is comprised of two tracks playing simultaneously to provide stereo sound. Though less popular, there were also 4-track stereo tapes with two programs in the 1960s.
Why do people hate 8 tracks?
The key reason 8-track vanished from the shelves of record stores was because it was unreliable in use. They were made to last just a little bit of time. New tapes used to be OK, they wouldn't melt under the sun or whatever. It's the internal parts that would fall into piece after some time.
How much did 8 tracks cost?
At launch, the 8-track retailed for $30, nearly three times the cost of the CD and $10 more than the vinyl edition. Today it's worth around $100. This rare double-play 8-track was released alongside the vinyl edition in 1969.
