The Museum of Sound Recording (MOSR), located in New York City, is a one-of-a-kind organization whose purpose is to spread, inform, teach, and expand the world of audio recording and the role of the audio engineer. MOSR is closely linked to IAR through the key role played there by IAR instructor Dan Gaydos.

MOSR had a booth at the 123rd Audio Engineering Society Show last October at the Javits Center. The AES show is a robust annual exhibition for audio experts and is the setting for many activities, manufacturer booths, seminars, and networking opportunities. MOSR’s booth, in particular, was a special experience for IAR students. In it were vintage and historical audio equipment, and IAR students conducted recording sessions using the classic gear. The booth was created to have fun with audio, demonstrate the fundamentals of recording, and teach visitors where today’s latest and greatest gear originated. IAR students manned the booth, spoke with attendees about the pieces of equipment and the Museum, and had the opportunity to get hands-on experience with instruments as well as record using processes from decades ago.

IAR students provided logistical support at the MOSR booth including set-up, refurbishing and prepping the gear, and tear-down. The experience gave the students the chance to develop a variety of necessary communication and technological skills at the largest audio convention of industry professionals. Dan Gaydos oversaw the student involvement and said, “The students got extremely involved with promoting the Museum, walking the show floor, and networking and making contacts in the industry.”