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Audio Designs and Manufacturing (ADM) was an international audio company incorporated in Detroit, Michigan in 1966 by Robert A. Bloom ('Bob Bloom'). Initially serving the recording industry, ADM branched into the Radio and Television Broadcast Markets, then the Film Industry. Sales were directly with staff in the US offices, and the company was distributed outside of the USA by Ampex International Operations.{{Cite web |title= |url=https://www.worldradiohistory.com/Archive-Broadcast-Engineering/BME/70s/BME-1977-05.pdf}}[11] Products ranged from standard to custom audio consoles, audio distribution systems, audio monitoring systems the Vu-Scan ^tm, the patented audio switching system Audex ^tm and Slidex^tm linear fader. About 50% of company revenue was from custom audio systems and consoles. In addition, standard and custom audio assemblies were produced - such as Distribution Amplifier Systems, Audio Switching Systems, Jackbay Systems and other components according to customer specifications. The systems were well known within the industry as being highly reliable, and as such most applications were for 'On-Air' situations. The company maintained a '5 year' warranty against all defects - including light bulbs. All components were highly serviceable and all systems were provided with redundant power supplies. Many systems and components are still in operation decades later. (Case: JO5351 operational since 1984 to 2022).

Audio Designs and Manufacturing (later ADM Technology) was an international audio company incorporated in Detroit, Michigan in 1966 by Robert A. Bloom ('Bob Bloom'). Initially serving the recording industry, later ADM branched into the Radio and Television Broadcast Markets, then the Film Industry. Sales were through direct staff in the ADM facility. International Sales were distributed outside of the USA by Ampex International Operations.{{Cite web |title= |url=https://www.worldradiohistory.com/Archive-Broadcast-Engineering/BME/70s/BME-1977-05.pdf}}[11]. ADM was listed on the 'Government Services Administration' list and consequently found many sales to the Voice of America, US Senate, Air and Space Museum, Air Force Band and other US government agencies. Products ranged from standard to custom audio consoles, audio distribution systems, audio monitoring systems the Vu-Scan ^tm, the patented audio switching system Audex ^tm and the Slidex^tm linear fader. About 50% of company revenue was from custom audio systems and consoles. In addition, standard and custom audio assemblies were produced - such as Distribution Amplifier Systems, Audio Switching Systems, Jackbay Systems and other components according to customer specifications. The systems were well known within the industry as being highly reliable, and as such most applications were for 'On-Air' situations. The company maintained a '5 year' warranty against all defects - including light bulbs. All components were highly serviceable and all systems were provided with redundant power supplies. Many systems and components are still in operation decades later. (Case: JO5351 operational since 1984 to 2022).

'''History and Locations:'''

'''History and Locations:'''

'''Market Developments and History'''

'''Market Developments and History'''

The first systems developed were primarily in music audio mixing and production. After the first Artie Fields designs, recording consoles were developed for Robert Fine Productions in New York City [xxx Preservation Sound, Eargle], Techiku Recording in Japan{{Cite web |title= |url=http://www.preservationsound.com/tag/adm/}} {{Cite web |title=Purehonk |url=www.purehonk.com |url-status=dead}}[12][13], Muscle Shoals in Mississippi, Kenjo Sound in San Diego, Pampa Recording in Detroit, Mobile Recording (United Audio Truck/Detroit). Audio Designs and Mfg. designs were well known to be very reliable and rugged. They then branched into the Broadcast Industry, boasting very high reliability, immunity to Radio Frequency (RF) interference and a 5 year warranty on all parts and labor (even replacment light bulb packs were regularly shipped out). Market coverage was widespread with international shipments and government contracts. Further growth was found within the film production industry with significant shipments to Xian Film in China [pic], Glenn Glen Sound in Hollywood, California{{Cite web |title=1981 ADM Custom Film Mixing Console For Glen Glenn Sound – Preservation Sound |url=https://www.preservationsound.com/2018/08/1981-adm-custom-film-mixing-console-for-glen-glenn-sound/ |access-date=2023-11-08 |language=en-US}}[5].

The first systems developed were primarily in music audio mixing and production. After the first Artie Fields designs, recording consoles were developed for Robert Fine Productions in New York City [xxx Preservation Sound, Eargle], Techiku Recording in Japan{{Cite web |title= |url=http://www.preservationsound.com/tag/adm/}} {{Cite web |title=Purehonk |url=www.purehonk.com |url-status=dead}}[12][13], Muscle Shoals in Mississippi, Kenjo Sound in San Diego, Pampa Recording in Detroit, Mobile Recording (United Audio Truck/Detroit). Audio Designs and Mfg. designs were well known to be very reliable and rugged. They then branched into the Broadcast Industry, boasting very high reliability, immunity to Radio Frequency (RF) interference and a 5 year warranty on all parts and labor (even replacement light bulb packs were regularly shipped out). Market coverage was widespread with international shipments and government contracts. Further growth was found within the film production industry with significant shipments to Xian Film in China [pic], Glenn Glen Sound in Hollywood, California{{Cite web |title=1981 ADM Custom Film Mixing Console For Glen Glenn Sound – Preservation Sound |url=https://www.preservationsound.com/2018/08/1981-adm-custom-film-mixing-console-for-glen-glenn-sound/ |access-date=2023-11-08 |language=en-US}}[5].

ADM was a fully vertically integrated Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing and Administrative facilities within one building. While all separate deparments, Bob Bloom was continuously involved in all departments detailed below. This of course provided a significant continuity throughout all aspects of the business, but also provided some very interesting lively discussions between departments [3]

ADM was a fully vertically integrated Marketing, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing and Administrative facilities within one building. While all separate deparments, Bob Bloom was continuously involved in all departments detailed below. This of course provided a significant continuity throughout all aspects of the business, but also provided some very interesting lively discussions between departments [3]

Sales and Marketing staff travelled the world understanding the customer requirements and bringing them back to Manufacturing and Engineering for refinement and development. Staff here was from 1 to 5 people with remote global offices as required.

Sales and Marketing staff travelled the world understanding the customer requirements and bringing them back to Manufacturing and Engineering for refinement and development. Staff here was from 1 to 5 people with remote global offices as required.

'''Engineering:'''

'''Engineering:'''

'''Systems Engineering:'''

'''Systems Engineering:'''

A 'typical' audio system consists of hundreds (and sometimes thousands) of audio paths. Each path in a complex audio system in its own right. Proper signal processing must be maintained throughout the engineering to result in high complete system performance. Staff: 1 to 4.

A 'typical' audio system consists of hundreds (and sometimes thousands) of audio paths. Each path in a complex audio system in its own right. Proper signal processing must be maintained throughout the engineering to result in high complete system performance. Staff: 1 to 4.

'''Software and Computer Engineering:'''

Later in ADM History, a software and digital hardware control group was established within engineering. The Glenn Glen console was the first major system to require this expertise. Later standard systems such as the 9000 series required this increased emphasis. Staff: 1 to 4.

'''Drafting:'''

Documentation of Systems and Circuits were developed within the Drafting Department. All circuit boards were 'laid out' on clear mylar with conductive paths implemented with adhesive tape on a 4 to 1 scale - later to be photo-reduced and manufactured as double sided printed circuit boards by and external suppplier. All boards used '2 ounce' copper with gold connecting fingers for edge connector insertion . Staff: 1 to 6.

'''Manufacturing:'''

'''Manufacturing:'''

'''Module manufacturing:'''

'''Module manufacturing:'''

All modules were individually manufactured in ADM facilities. Early modules were hand wired, but by the 1970s, printed circuit boards which were 'wave soldered' - realizing a more reliable construction. Electrical and mechanical construction was completed by hand. Staff: 20

All modules were individually manufactured in ADM facilities. Early modules were hand wired, but by the 1970s, printed circuit boards which were 'wave soldered' - realizing a more reliable construction. Electrical and mechanical construction was completed by hand. Complex metal extursion and Circuit Board manufacturing used external suppliers.

Staff: 20

'''System manufacturing:'''

'''System manufacturing:'''

A complete audio console (with its thousands of interconnections) requires miles of interconnecting wire and detailed handiwork. As most systems were custom, the Manufacturing department would design the appropriate system wiring and subassemblies. Staff: 30

A complete audio console (with its thousands of interconnections) requires miles of interconnecting wire and detailed handiwork. As most systems were custom, the Manufacturing department would design the appropriate system wiring and subassemblies.

Staff: 30

'''Desk Frame:'''

'''Desk Frame:'''

The completed system with modules is contained within a large 'office desk - like' structure. All wood, metal, engraving and construction activities were completed in the 'Wood and Metal' shops. Staff: 5 [http://www.preservationsound.com/2019/09/adm-console-history-part-iii-via-former-manager-g-frudd/][6]

The completed system with modules is contained within a large 'office desk - like' structure. All wood, metal, engraving and construction activities were completed in the 'Wood and Metal' shops. Staff: 5 [http://www.preservationsound.com/2019/09/adm-console-history-part-iii-via-former-manager-g-frudd/][6]