Typewriters (1912-1938) Models on Display:Hammond Multiplex wire recorders were rapidly replaced

wire recorders were rapidly replaced by the easier handling and superior sound of standard plastic magnetic cassette tapes

Brownie Special SIX-16

Donation: Alan & Jeanie Sacks

which eventually caused it to age out of newer software updates

Donation by: John Jr

Typewriters (1912-1938) Models on Display:Hammond Multiplex wire recorders were rapidly replacedHammond Multiplex The Hammond Multiplex, introduced in 1913, was a radical departure from standard typewriters like a Remington or Underwood. Instead of having long metal arms for each letter that slammed into the paper, it used a single, curved typing wheel that zipped into position before a small internal hammer struck from behind, pressing the paper against the ink ribbon. This clever design gave the "Multiplex" its standout feature: the ability to