- TitleTodd-AO sound system material, 1966 - 1970 (bulk)
- Collector
- Date(s)Circa 1966 - 1970 (bulk)
- Related names
- Description
1 linear ft. of papers
2 item(s) of artworks - Summary
The collection consists of clippings, blueprints, a scrapbook, and photographic prints. There are files on Dimension 150 (D-150) projection system and PrismaLite.
- BiographyTodd-AO is an American post-production company that provides sound-related services to the motion picture industry. The company was founded in 1953 as a joint venture of Michael Todd and the American Optical Company to develop a large format presentation system with multi-channel sound for motion picture exhibition. Todd-AO operates facilities for sound re-recording and mixing, automatic dialog replacement, and Foley in Burbank, Hollywood, and Santa Monica.
- Subjects
- Acquisitions InformationGift of Lee Ford Parker, 1991.
- Preferred citationTodd-AO sound system material, Margaret Herrick Library, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
- DepartmentLibrary
- 1426
- AvailabilityFor information on the contents and availability of this collection please contact the Reference and Public Services department at ref@oscars.org.
- Moving Image Items
- Library Holdings
