| Madman Muntz’s Stereo-Pak | |
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Origin |
Madman Muntz |
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Type |
4-track Cartridge Tape |
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Effects |
Simplifies machinery to minimum necessary pieces |
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Downsides |
Causes ability to reason to falter |
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Activation |
Playing |
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Collected by |
Warehouse 13 |
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Section |
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Aisle |
609909-2132 |
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Shelf |
778694-7695-355 |
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Date of Collection |
December 29, 1984 |
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Origin
Earl William "Madman" Muntz (January 3, 1914 – June 21, 1987) was an American businessman and engineer who sold and promoted cars and consumer electronics in the United States from the 1930s until his death in 1987. He was a pioneer in television commercials with his oddball "Madman" persona – an alter ego who generated publicity with his unusual costumes, stunts, and outrageous claims.
Muntz also pioneered car stereos by creating the Muntz Stereo-Pak, better known as the 4-track cartridge, a predecessor to the 8-track cartridge developed by Lear Industries. He invented the practice that came to be known as Muntzing, which involved simplifying complicated electronic devices by removing as many unnecessary components as possible while still keeping the device operational.
Effects
Shoots out the ribbon and entangles any nearby electronics. Sets about removing non-essential components and transforming it into the simplest operating version it can fashion. It will separate apart all the pieces it can, disassembling locks, pins, screws and adhesive to reconfigure extraneous circuitry. The user will have increased difficulty reasoning out information for themselves and understanding concepts such as engines and schedules.