BBC Radiophonic Workshop Items

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Tape and Splicing Block from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing block with two boxes of tape and razor blade.

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'An experimental, physically modified editing block (made from two standard editing blocks) to produce long "cross-fade edits". Very difficult to use, as razor blades often just curled the edge of the tape' (Dick MIlls, BBC Radiophonic Workshop). This was used to create sounds by splicing tiny pieces of tape together, an extremely time consuming method. Each length would be cut, then joined with tape to the next. A piece could take days to construct.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: Box of splicing tape (2012-5118/242/1/2): 60 mm x 60 mm x 28 mm, .05 kg
Splicing block (2012-5118/242/1/1): 25 mm x 305 mm x 45 mm, .19 kg
Box of splicing tape (2012-5118/242/1/3): 60 mm x 60 mm x 15 mm, .01 kg
Razor blade (2012-5118/242/1/4): 19 mm x 40 mm

Materials:: steel (metal) , wood (unidentified) , cardboard and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/1

type:: sound device

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Splicing Block from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing Block from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing block.

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'An experimental, physically modified editing block (made from two standard editing blocks) to produce long "cross-fade edits". Very difficult to use, as razor blades often just curled the edge of the tape' (Dick MIlls, BBC Radiophonic Workshop). This was used to create sounds by splicing tiny pieces of tape together, an extremely time consuming method. Each length would be cut, then joined with tape to the next. A piece could take days to construct.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 25 mm x 305 mm x 45 mm, .19 kg

Materials:: metal (unknown) and wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/1/1

type:: splicing block

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Part of:: 2012-5118/242/1

Splicing Tape from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing Tape from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Roll of Scotch 3M 67 splicing tape, 1 in. x 100 ft., in carton, made in U.S.A.

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Splicing tape was used to join pieces of magnetic tape to manipulate and create new sounds. A sound would be recorded onto magnetic tape, which could then be speeded up, slowed down, played backwards or have effects added, and re-recorded. The resulting tape recordings could then be cut into sections and joined with splicing tape to create new sounds. There could be hundreds of splices in just a minute or two of music, and the process could take days.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 60 mm x 60 mm x 28 mm, .05 kg

Materials:: paper (fibre product) and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/1/2

type:: splicing tape

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Part of:: 2012-5118/242/1

Splicing Tape from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Roll of Scotch 3M 67 splicing tape, 7/32 in. x 100 ft., in carton, made in U.S.A.

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Splicing tape was used to join pieces of magnetic tape to manipulate and create new sounds. A sound would be recorded onto magnetic tape, which could then be speeded up, slowed down, played backwards or have effects added, and re-recorded. The resulting tape recordings could then be cut into sections and joined with splicing tape to create new sounds. There could be hundreds of splices in just a minute or two of music, and the process could take days.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 60 mm x 60 mm x 15 mm, .01 kg

Materials:: paper (fibre product) and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/1/3

type:: splicing tape

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Part of:: 2012-5118/242/1

Razor blade from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Razor blade.

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Razor blades were used at the Radiophonic Workshop to precisely cut magnetic tape, allowing accurate manipulation of sound. A sound would be recorded onto the magnetic tape, which could then be speeded up, slowed down, played backwards or have effects added, and re-recorded. The resulting tape recordings could then be cut into sections and joined with splicing tape to create new sounds. There could be hundreds of splices in just a minute or two of music, and the process could take days.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 19 mm x 40 mm

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/1/4

type:: razor blade

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Part of:: 2012-5118/242/1

Mijwiz musical instrument used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Mijwiz musical instrument used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Mijwiz, twin reed musical instrument.

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This musical instrument is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 130 mm x 290 mm x 125 mm, 100 g

Materials:: horn , wood (unidentified) , cotton (thread) , wool (thread) and leather

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/2

type:: aerophone

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Swanee Whistle from BBC's Radiophonic Workshop

Swanee Whistle from BBC's Radiophonic Workshop

Plastic Swanee Whistle from the BBC's Radiophonic Workshop.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 480 mm x 30 mm x 25 mm, .14 kg

Materials:: steel (metal) and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/3

type:: whistle

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Ocarina used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Ocarina used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Ocarina, used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop. Manufacturer unknown.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 70 mm x 40 mm x 205 mm, 0.2 kg

Materials:: wood (unidentified) and paint

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/4

type:: ocarina

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Tambourine used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Tambourine used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Tambourine, used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop. Manufacturer unknown.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 45 mm x 220 mm x 230 mm, 0.19 kg

Materials:: wood (unidentified) , steel (metal) and skin (untanned)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/5

type:: tambourine

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Beater from BBC's Radiophonic Workshop

Beater from BBC's Radiophonic Workshop.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 385 mm x 75 mm x 75 mm, .09 kg

Materials:: wood (unidentified) , textile and rubber (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/6

type:: percussion beater

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Tape guide without stand used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Tape guide without stand, labelled, 'Do not fiddle with'

Tape guide without stand used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Tape guide without stand, labelled, 'Do not fiddle with'. Used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop.

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'The do not fiddle with tape guide was a hefty metal stand, with a drum on the top, and it was spring-loaded, so when you put your tape loop thorugh, it would tension it for you. Producers would often absent-mindedly twist the arm round and break the spring, so someone had written on the top "do not fiddle with".' Brian Hodgson.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 15 mm x 177 mm x 62 mm, .11 kg

Materials:: steel (metal) and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/7

type:: accessory

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Lampshade used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Lampshade used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

"Coolicon" utility lighting shade, made in England, used as a sound source by Delia Derbyshire for 'Blue Veils & Golden Sands', 1967. Used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop.

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This lampshade is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, metal spirals, and lampshades from the corridors.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 210 mm x 290 mm x 290 mm, .25 kg

Materials:: steel (metal) , brass (copper, zinc alloy) and paint

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/8

type:: lampshade

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

‘Crystal Palace’ Capacitive Fader used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

‘Crystal Palace’ capacitive fader designed by Dave Young

‘Crystal Palace’ Capacitive Fader used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

‘Crystal Palace’ capacitive fader designed by Dave Young. It was used in Brian Hodgson's music for 'The Machine Stops' in 1966.

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This device is a forerunner of a modern sequencer. An electric motor ,cannibalised from a variable-speed dictation machine turns a ‘capacitive’ vane. The vane is connected to the input of a FET amplifier via the gold nib of a Conway-Stewart fountain pen. There are a series of audio inputs and outputs wired within the unit which can be configured to produce different effects. Sixteen sounds could be smoothly combined using this device, opening up the possibility of rich sound montages.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 327 mm x 307 mm x 230 mm, 11.3 kg

Materials:: plastic (unidentified) , steel (metal) and electrical components

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/9

type:: sound device

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Hand Bell used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Bronze hand bell mounted on right-angle metal bracket.

Hand Bell used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Bronze hand bell mounted on right-angle metal bracket.

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This bronze hand bell is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 130 mm x 75 mm x 75 mm, 210 g

Materials:: bronze (copper, tin alloy) and iron

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/10

type:: hand bell

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Tape guide used in BBC Radiophonic workshop

Tape guide used in the BBC's Radiophonic Workshop.

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This tape guide bell is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 72 mm x 80 mm x 60 mm, .96 kg

Materials:: steel (metal)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/11

type:: accessory

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Splicing tape used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing tape used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Scotch 3M 67 splicing tape with box. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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Splicing tape was used to join pieces of magnetic tape to manipulate and create new sounds. A sound would be recorded onto magnetic tape, which could then be speeded up, slowed down, played backwards or have effects added, and re-recorded. The resulting tape recordings could then be cut into sections and joined with splicing tape to create new sounds. There could be hundreds of splices in just a minute or two of music, and the process could take days.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: In box, standing: 60 mm x 60 mm x 30 mm,

Materials:: paper (fibre product) and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/12

type:: tape

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Splicing tape used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

BASF Klebeband PW254 (splicing tape). Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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Splicing tape was used to join pieces of magnetic tape to manipulate and create new sounds. A sound would be recorded onto magnetic tape, which could then be speeded up, slowed down, played backwards or have effects added, and re-recorded. The resulting tape recordings could then be cut into sections and joined with splicing tape to create new sounds. There could be hundreds of splices in just a minute or two of music, and the process could take days.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: In package: 80 mm x 80 mm x 5 mm,

Materials:: paper (fibre product) and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/13

type:: tape

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Drumstick used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Drumstick used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Wooden drumstick. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This wooden drumstick is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, lying flat: 410 mm 15 mm, .04 kg

Materials:: wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/14

type:: drumstick

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Drumstick used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Wooden drumstick with end broken off. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This wooden drumstick is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, lying flat: 370 mm 15 mm,

Materials:: wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/15

type:: drumstick

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Accusound microphone used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Accusound contact microphone. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This contact microphone is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, lying flat: 30 mm x 145 mm x 80 mm, .029 kg

Materials:: metal (unknown) and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/16

type:: microphone

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Metal Cylinder used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal cylinder, possibly a tape guide. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, standing: 35 mm 50 mm,

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/17

type:: component

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Tuning peg used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Tuning peg from unidentified stringed instrument. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This tuning peg is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, lying flat: 51 mm x 24 mm x 10 mm, .004 kg

Materials:: wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/18

type:: component

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Metal chain used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal chain. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection

Metal chain used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal chain. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This chain is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, lying flat: 10 mm x 190 mm x 10 mm, .018 kg

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/19

type:: chain

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Metal washer used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal washer, slightly domed. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, lying flat: 5 mm 20 mm,

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/20

type:: washer

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Metal clamp. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection

Metal clamp used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal clamp. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, lying flat: 15 mm x 50 mm x 50 mm, 20 mm,

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/21

type:: clamp

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Guitar Capo used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Guitar capo. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection

Guitar Capo used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Guitar capo. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, lying flat: 15 mm x 60 mm x 80 mm, 20 mm, .06 kg

Materials:: metal (unknown) , rubber (unidentified) and fibre (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/22

type:: accessory

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Bass guitar string used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Bass guitar string. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall coiled, lying flat: 5 mm 130 mm, .018 kg

Materials:: metal (unknown) and fibre (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/23

type:: component

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Electric bell on wooden base, with kettle whistle

Electric bell on wooden base with kettle whistle, BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Electric bell on wooden base, with kettle whistle. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, standing: 130 mm x 320 mm x 180 mm,

Materials:: metal (unknown) , wood (unidentified) and electronic components

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/24

type:: sound device

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Metal electric bell cover used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal electric bell cover. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 15 mm 80 mm,

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/25

type:: accessory

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Morse key on wooden base used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Morse key on wooden base used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Morse key on wooden base. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall, inc base: 90 mm x 185 mm x 130 mm, .629 kg

Materials:: metal (unknown) , wood (unidentified) , textile and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/26

type:: sound device

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Artificial aid to speech by Fortiphone

Fortiphone device and mouthpiece in its original box, but the model number is not clear. This instrument uses a false upper palate, fitted with a transistor buzzer, to take over the duties of the human larynx. Sound produced by the buzzer or artificial voice is modulated by the movement of the lips and mouth, producing clearly intelligible words. It was originally designed by a dental surgeon. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection

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The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: In box, lying flat: 40 mm x 105 mm x 85 mm,

Materials:: metal (unknown) , plastic (unidentified) and electronic components

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/27

type:: radiophonic workshop items

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Fortiphone device and mouthpiece in its original box

Artificial aid to speech by Fortiphone

Fortiphone device and mouthpiece, model number is not clear. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This instrument uses a false upper palate, fitted with a transistor buzzer, to take over the duties of the human larynx. Sound produced by the buzzer or artificial voice is modulated by the movement of the lips and mouth, producing clearly intelligible words. It was originally designed by a dental surgeon.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 65 g
mouthpiece: 30 mm x 60 mm x 40 mm,
device/box: 18 mm x 50 mm x 75 mm,

Materials:: plastic (unidentified) , electronic components and metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/27/1

type:: sound device

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Part of:: 2012-5118/242/27

Box for artificial aid to speech by Fortiphone

Box for Fortiphone device and mouthpiece, model number is not clear. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This instrument uses a false upper palate, fitted with a transistor buzzer, to take over the duties of the human larynx. Sound produced by the buzzer or artificial voice is modulated by the movement of the lips and mouth, producing clearly intelligible words. It was originally designed by a dental surgeon.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 40 mm x 110 mm x 88 mm,

Materials:: cardboard and paper (fibre product)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/27/2

type:: box - container

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Part of:: 2012-5118/242/27

Brass Bell Cover used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Brass dome - bell or bell cover, marked 24B

Brass Bell Cover used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Brass dome - bell or bell cover, marked 24B. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall standing: 30 mm 55 mm, .038 kg

Materials:: brass (copper, zinc alloy)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/28

type:: accessory

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Mallet head used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet head. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 25 mm,

Materials:: rubber (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/29

type:: sound device

Image ©: The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum, London

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 320 mm 55 mm, .048 kg

Materials:: wood (unidentified) and textile

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/30

type:: mallet - percussion beater

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 330 mm 55 mm,

Materials:: wood (unidentified) and textile

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/31

type:: mallet - percussion beater

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Small percussion mallet. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 170 mm 25 mm,

Materials:: rubber (unidentified) and wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/32

type:: mallet - percussion beater

Percussion mallet with yarn head used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet with yarn head used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet with red yarn head. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 370 mm 30 mm, .036 kg

Materials:: fibre (unidentified) and plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/33

type:: mallet - percussion beater

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet with green rubber head, made by Premier Percussion. Inscribed "Premier 592 Hard". Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 360 mm 25 mm, .025 kg

Materials:: rubber (unidentified) and wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/34

type:: mallet - percussion beater

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet with black handle. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 45 mm x 45 mm x 245 mm, 35 mm, .021 kg

Materials:: fibre (unidentified) and wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/35

type:: mallet - percussion beater

Small percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Small percussion mallet with black rubber head. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 165 mm 25 mm,

Materials:: wood (unidentified) and rubber (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/36

type:: mallet - percussion beater

Small percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Small percussion mallet with black rubber head. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 165 mm 25 mm,

Materials:: wood (unidentified) and rubber (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/37

type:: mallet - percussion beater

Penny whistle/recorder used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Penny whistle/recorder used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Green plastic penny whistle/ recorder. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 280 mm 30 mm, .047 kg

Materials:: plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/38

type:: aerophone

Triangle musical instrument used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Triangle musical instrument. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 6 mm x 110 mm x 100 mm, .07 kg

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/39

type:: struck idiophone

Clave used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Dark wood clave (percussion instrument). Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 140 mm 20 mm, .058 kg

Materials:: wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/40

type:: percussion idiophone

Clave used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Light wood clave (percussion instrument). Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall: 190 mm 20 mm,

Materials:: wood (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/41

type:: percussion idiophone

Plastic chopstick. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

Chopstick used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Plastic chopstick, BBC Radiophonic Workshop Collection, England, 1958 – 1998.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 270 mm 5 mm, 13 g

Materials:: plastic (unidentified)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/42

type:: chopstick

Bell cover used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal bell cover. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall standing: 50 mm 120 mm,

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/43

type:: component

Metal discs on wire used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal discs on wire, possibly arcade tokens

Metal discs on wire used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal discs on wire, possibly arcade tokens. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 25 mm x 110 mm x 240 mm, 530 g

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/44

type:: tokens

Small gong used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Small metal gong. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection

Small gong used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Small metal gong. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 40 mm 160 mm, 240 g

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/45

type:: percussion idiophone

Guitar strings and finger cymbals used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Guitar strings with finger cymbals. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall lying flat: 10 mm x 200 mm x 150 mm, 30 g

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/46

type:: sound device

Spiral metal wire used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Spiral metal wire used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Spiral metal wire on domed metal base. Part of BBC Radiophonic Workshop collection.

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This item is part of the objects and instruments used by BBC’s pioneer music studio, the Radiophonic Workshop which operated between 1958 to 1998. Known for creating strange new sounds by using synthesizers, manipulating sound, and using everyday objects, the Radiophonic Workshop created over 100 musical pieces, with Doctor Who’s theme by Delia Derbyshire being their most famous one. Due to their constrained budget, they used all sorts of objects to make their soundscapes from more traditional ones like tambourines and bells, to chopsticks, lamps, and metal spirals.

The BBC Radiophonic Workshop was one of the sound effects units of the BBC, created in 1958 to produce incidental sounds and new music for radio and, later, television. The unit is known for its experimental and pioneering work in electronic music and music technology, as well as its popular scores for programs such as Doctor Who and Quatermass and the Pit during the 1950s and 1960s.

The original Radiophonic Workshop was based in the BBC's Maida Vale Studios in Delaware Road, Maida Vale, London. The Workshop was closed in March 1998, although much of its traditional work had already been outsourced by 1995. Its members included Daphne Oram, Delia Derbyshire, David Cain, John Baker, Paddy Kingsland, Glynis Jones, Maddalena Fagandini and Richard Yeoman-Clark.

Measurements:: overall standing: 70 mm 160 mm, 70 g

Materials:: metal (unknown)

Object Number:: 2012-5118/242/47

type:: wire

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Tape and Splicing Block from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing Block from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing Tape from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing Tape from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Razor blade from BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Mijwiz musical instrument used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Swanee Whistle from BBC's Radiophonic Workshop

Ocarina used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Tambourine used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Beater from BBC's Radiophonic Workshop

Tape guide without stand used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Lampshade used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

‘Crystal Palace’ Capacitive Fader used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Hand Bell used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Tape guide used in BBC Radiophonic workshop

Splicing tape used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Splicing tape used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Drumstick used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Drumstick used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Accusound microphone used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal Cylinder used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Tuning peg used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal chain used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal washer used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal clamp used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Guitar Capo used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Bass guitar string used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Electric bell on wooden base with kettle whistle, BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal electric bell cover used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Morse key on wooden base used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Artificial aid to speech by Fortiphone

Artificial aid to speech by Fortiphone

Box for artificial aid to speech by Fortiphone

Brass Bell Cover used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Mallet head used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet with yarn head used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Small percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Small percussion mallet used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Penny whistle/recorder used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Triangle musical instrument used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Clave used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Clave used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Chopstick used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Bell cover used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Metal discs on wire used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Small gong used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Guitar strings and finger cymbals used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

Spiral metal wire used in BBC Radiophonic Workshop

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