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55 entries, 286 pictures, from 1970|3 to 1998|31. 38 dates are estimates (dashed): the reason is under each one. Click a picture to see it full size.
1970s
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The sound company on the move! New: 2000 Ellesmere Road
c. 1970|3estimated: change-of-address card announcing the 2000 Ellesmere Road premises and 291-2106
WBS WARD-BEZK SYSTEMS LTD. CFTO-TV AIRPORT TOWER THE SOUND COMPANY MACDONALD CARTIER FREEWAY 401 ON THE MOVE! @ E 0 PROGRESS 2 J 9 0 1 1 BecK WARD - ELLESMERE ROAD ADDRESS 2000 ELLESMERE ROAD SCARBOROUGH NEW ONTARIO CANA…
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WBS is in the insurance business! (reprint)
1971|4reprinted from Broadcaster, November 1971 (printed on the sheet)
WBS is in the insurance business! 629202 CusTom CONSOLE RADIO STATION CKEY TORONTO OUR POLICY _ careful attention to customer needs combined with new concepts in technology designed to protect your investment and to offe…
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Ward-Beck… dependable people: NAB display board with job 71050 drawings
1971|4
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WBS M600 Series audio modules
1972|5“everything that 1972's state of the art makes possible”; Ellesmere Road address
WBS M6OO SERIES AUDIO MODULES M666 M648 M624 M621 M620 M612 M610 M6O6 M605 MGOOR M6OO A CO-ORDINATED RANGE OF HIGH PERFORMANCE AUDIO SYSTEMS MODULES OFFERING EVERYTHING THAT 1972's STATE-OF-THE-ART MAKES POSSIBLE: FAITHF…
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Comprehensive design technology from Ward-Beck
c. 1972|5estimated: 2000 Ellesmere Road address
COMPREHENSIVE DESIGN TECHNOLOGY FROM WARD-BECK WBS WARD-BECK service begins with contemporary styling, carries through with unexcelled performance and incorporates the highest standards of quality workmanship. Each WARD-…
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Ward-Beck: CFTO-TV and CHAN-TV monitor and machine control
1972|5
recent example of WBS monitor and machine control craftsmanship. 40 mixer capa- facilities: Designed and manu- bility, 12 sub, 4 master TV pro- factured for CFTO-TV Toronto duction console with compre- and CHAN-TV Vancou…
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First choice for 1974 in design, styling, construction and performance
1974|7
FIRST CHOICE FOR 1974 IN DESIGN, STYLING, CONSTRUCTION AND PERFORMANCE G: 9 9 9 WARD-BECK SYSTEMS LTD: 841 Progress Avenue, Scarborough; Ontario MIH 2X4 Telephone: (416) 438-6550. Telex: 06-23469 WBS :
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Ward-Beck Systems: dependable people
c. 1975|8estimated: 841 Progress Avenue with a U.S. office; type and layout of the mid-1970s
WARD-BECK SYSTEMS DEPENDABLE PEOPLE WITH A REPUTATION FOR DESIGN EXCELLENCE IN CLOSE COLLABORATION WITH OUR CLIENTS 32 CHANNEL, 12 GROUP 2 MASTER TV AUDIO PRODUCTION CONSOLE WARD-BECK. A SYSTEMS ENGINEERING AND MANUFACTU…
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Ward-Beck portables are going places
1976|9M1002 portables at the 1976 Summer and Winter Olympics
Ward-Beck portables are going places: No matter how remote the location, traditional Ward-Beck studio quality is now available from stock in the highly portable M1OOZ console: The M1O0Z earned an enviable reputation as t…
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Ward-Beck at the XXI Olympiad
1976|9WBS 75046 mobile consoles for the 1976 Montreal Olympic Games
Ward-Beck at the XXI Olympiad Beaaeneb The XXI Olympiad, a dedication to Ward-Beck is proud to have been excellence within the framework of chosen by Canadian competition: A challenge for the ath- Broascastag Corporation…
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Series 460: Unmistakably Ward-Beck
c. 1976|9estimated: Buffalo office address; Series 460 brochure carries 1976 Olympic work
[| SERIES Unmistakably Ward?eck WBS Ward-Beck Systems Ltd , 841 Progress Avenue; Scarborough; Ontario MIH 2X4 Telephone (416) 438-6550. Telex 06-23469 Tomorrows Technology Today: Ward Beck Systems Inc , 290 Larkin Street…
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The art of sound
c. 1977|10estimated: Buffalo office address, “Tomorrow's Technology Today” slogan
TheArt ofSound Experience new dimensions in sound. With console configura- tions embodying a comprehensive series ofnew high performance modules. Trend setting systems combining operational flexibility with aesthetic app…
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New dimensions in sound
c. 1977|10estimated: Series 460 modules; Buffalo office address
New Dimensions in Sound Trendsetting technology blends with timeless ele gance in every Ward-Beck console: The latest high performance Series 460 modules feature totally balanced circuitry and state-variable tech- niques…
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100 Huntley Street
1979|12Ward-Beck model 790637 (job number = 1979); Scottsdale office
u" Htnfley 100 1Siaet Huntley Street 100 Huntley Street; known t0 millions of television viewers across North America. Europe and the Far East, is both the title of a daily program series and the location of & dynamic pr…
1980s
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Contemporary reflections! The T1202
c. 1980|13estimated: Scottsdale office address; “First by Design” slogan
Contemporary reflectionsl dazzling new performer has captured the spotlight in the sophisticated world of contemporary sound: industry demands for comprehensive facilities; and studio RE541724 quality in a transportable …
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That's entertainment! Ontario Place
c. 1980|13estimated: Scottsdale office address
Thats entertainmentl Few places in the world succeed in presenting a parade of great show business names comparable to those featured at Ontario Place. Every day, throughout the season, internationally ae claimed artists…
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Fall into AM stereo! R1200 and R2000
c. 1981|14estimated: “engineered AM Stereo ready” (AM stereo 1980-82); Scottsdale office
Fall into AM Stereol Ward-Beck brings you unexcelled qual- ity in the ver satile R1200 and R2oOo Series radio consoles: Designed for AM and FM , Mono Stereo applications, engineered AM Stereo ready; this is truly contemp…
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What makes a champion at Indy?
c. 1981|14estimated: Scottsdale office address
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Ward-Beck introduces affordable quality! L3242
c. 1981|14estimated: Scottsdale office address; 470 Series
D Ward Beck introduces affordable qualityl nuvanced Ward Ecck technology has dcvcloped circuitry in the ncw WBS 470 Serics Imat s Lract tight tor bmdadlas seeking GuDeDI penortmance compeke price The standard model L3242…
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MicroCOM
c. 1982|15estimated: Scottsdale office address; first MicroCOM intercom
MicrocOM This is Ward-Beck $ superlative statement On the art Of tomorrow s high technology dlgltal communicatlons systems The promlse Of ndcroareadssoi conitrolled Intelligent clrcultry has been fulfilled and Is In oper…
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Significant audio! KGO-TV
c. 1983|16estimated: “right now it is warming up for the 1984 Olympics”
Significant Audiol Destined t0 cover events of significance over the next few years this custom Ward Beck audio system will travel half aly across the world before it reaches its permanent home KGo TV in San Francisco De…
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Eloquent audio! CBC Le Point
c. 1984|17estimated: telex 065-25399, no U.S. office
Eloquent Audiol Custom designed production facilities make & substantial contribution t0 overall program quality This is particularly true with the CBC French network s new daily TV news magazine Le Point The ability to …
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Inspired audio! Akron Baptist Temple
c. 1984|17estimated: telex 065-25399, no U.S. office
Inspired Audiol When the 5,000 seat Auditorium of the Akron Baptist Temple was planned; console offering the ultimate in performance and flexibility was required for both sound reinforcement and broadcast functions. At t…
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Series LS brochure, text
c. 1984|17estimated: same brochure as the © 1984 cover
WBS SERIES LS MICROPROCESSOR STEREO CONSOLES Each year brings an increase in the requirements for television audio control equipment. The extensive integration of ENG sources and one inch tape machines with two or more a…
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The look of major market audio! Golden West Television
c. 1984|17estimated: 64-input, 24-track console; 438-6550, no U.S. office
The Look of Major Market Audiol In an era of escalating technological innovation Ward-Beck continues t0 expand horizons for the broadcasting industry. Fulfilling the ever more sophisticated requirements of major televisi…
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Series LS: microprocessor-controlled stereophonic television audio consoles
1984|17© 1984 Ward-Beck Systems
SERIES LS MICROPROCESSOR CONTROLLED STEREOPHONIC TELEVISION AUDIO CONSOLES WARD-BECK SYSTEMS LTD_ WBS 841 PAOCRESS AVENUE SCAABOAOUCH; ONTAAIO MIA 2X4 TeLEX 065-25339 TELEPHONE 416/438-6550 WBS aht 1984 Ward-Beck Svstems…
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Innovative audio! Group W KPIX
c. 1984|17estimated: telex 065-25399, no U.S. office; Series 460 with dot-matrix displays
Innovative TThis ra yophisticated audio system for the Post Producton Control Room at Group Wrs KPIX, San Francisco is the third of & series operating at their new station facilities: Using tOp of the line Ward Beck Seri…
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Series LS brochure, LS2442 and LS4842 consoles
c. 1984|17estimated: same brochure as the © 1984 cover
M520 Mic / ine Input Module M52 - Stere Line Input Module M523 Stereo Submasfer M525 stere Monitor Module M524 Programmer Module M528 Overload Annunciator WB5 L5 g M520 Mono Mic/Line Input Module Monaural Input Modules i…
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Communications in the digital world: MicroCOM
c. 1985|18estimated: telex 065-25399; MicroCOM software
Communications in the digital world: Beyond the impressive lines of digital intercom terminals Britain Molinare production complex, lies the heart of Ward Beck' versatile MicroCOM system. Leading edge technology: and War…
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Made to measure! M405 meters
c. 1985|18estimated: telex 065-25399, LED readouts
Made to Measurel Ward-Beck extended range meters are tailor-made specifically for the broadcast industry These instruments measure audio levels over a sensitivity range of 80 dB with one continuous detented control: The …
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Audio to go!
c. 1985|18estimated: telex 065-25399, no U.S. office
Audio to gol Increasing derand for compact comprehensive mobile production facilities has led toithe introduction ofthe new Ward-Beck 820401 Audio Console The design has been given a higher and narrower profile in order …
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For the engineer who has everything…
c. 1985|18estimated: 438-6550 and telex; DA modules
For the engineer who has everything. We present the Ward-Beck family of DAs that offers even morel Engineered to provide flawless performance with complete operational flexibility; the units may be arranged in numerous c…
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The ultimate choice! WFMY-TV stereo
c. 1985|18estimated: stereo television production (MTS, 1984-85); telex 065-25399
The Ultimate Choicel This advanced custom Ward-Beck 40-input stereo TV production console combining mono and stereo mixing facilities; is now operating at WFMYTV in Greensboro, North Carolina. When WFMY decided to move i…
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Ward-Beck's ubiquitous ST!
c. 1986|19estimated: ST stereo console with microprocessor controller; telex 065-25399
Ward-Beck' s Ubiquitous ST ! No matter what size the market Chicago to Shreveport, New York to Seoul, Vancouver to Greenville the versatility of Ward-Becks ST Stereo Console is unsurpassed. Flexible 24, 36 Or 48 channel …
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MicroCOM II brochure: concept philosophy
c. 1987|20estimated: same brochure as the MicroCOM II cover
MicroCOM IL Concept Philosophy The Intelligent Terminal For more than two decades Ward-Beck Systems has been the MicroCOM Il employs tWO basic components, intelligent inter- established supplier of communications systems…
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WBS MicroCOM II digital communications system
c. 1987|20estimated: PC assignment computer in the brochure; after MicroCOM
V B $ Nicrocon II Communications System Create or Edit Matrix Indek f ile . 2 Create or Edit Jetnina] asskgnment file . 3 Create or Edit Termina / Group file. 8 : 3 : : 5 4 Create or Edit Block €ile . Create or Edit an I…
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MicroCOM II brochure: central matrix
c. 1987|20estimated: same brochure as the MicroCOM II cover
The Central Matrix Monitoring and Test Facilities Each terminal is inherently capable of verifying complete system operation through self assignment at the local keypad. This test confirms terminal function , interconnec…
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MicroCOM II brochure: technical specifications
c. 1987|20estimated: same brochure as the MicroCOM II cover
NAB 88 4 B $ Nicrocon II Technical Specifications Communications System Gain: Microphone input via matrix to speaker output_ +87 dB nominal (-62 dBm in, for 300 mW out) . +107 dB maximum (-72 dBm in, for 3 watts out) . M…
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MiniCOM brings a totally new dimension to professional communications!
c. 1988|21estimated: fax 438-3865 alongside the phone; after MicroCOM
clutigt MI MI MiniCOM brings a totally new dimension to professional communications! Until now setting Up a production communications system required bulky hardware and plenty of space MinicoM changes all that! It delive…
1990s
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Stands alone: legendary design, legendary quality
c. 1998|31estimated: web site wbsltd.com and [e-mail removed] e-mail; PODs named
Ward-BECK PROfESSIONAL Broadcast EQUipmEnT STands ALONE Legendary design Legendary quality Legendary construction AFFORDABLE BY (OMMITMENT WARD-BECK SYSTEMS LTD WBS torONTO ONTARIO, CANADA MH 2X4 TEL: (416) 438-6550 FAX:…
