Ta-da! Its Windows
Over the years, Microsoft has made at least ten iconic startup sounds for Windows\u2014from the triumphant \u201cTa-da!\u201d of Windows 3.1, to the ambient chime that Brian Eno crafted for Windows 95, to the orchestral sweep of Windows XP. In this episode, we explore the creation of the classic Windows startup sounds through Windows 7, and what each one says about Microsoft\u2019s evolving technology. Featuring former Microsoft Lead UI Designer Jensen Harris and Sound Designer Matthew Bennett.\n\nApply for the full time Associate Producer position here. The application closes on May 11th.\nFollow the show on Twitter, Facebook, & Reddit.\nSubscribe to our Youtube channel here.\nBecome a monthly contributor at 20k.org/donate.\nIf you know what this week's mystery sound is, tell us at mystery.20k.org.\nSubscribe to Jensen Harris\u2019 Youtube channel.\nLearn about Matthew Bennett\u2019s latest work here.\nTo check out full sets of default Windows sounds, visit winsounds.com.\nSign up for a MEL Science subscription at melscience.com/sBGX to get 60% off your first month. This limited offer is available for 1 month only.\nHiring? Sign up at Indeed.com/Hertz and get a $75 credit to sponsor your first job post for better visibility, more applications, and quicker hiring times.\nVisit zocdoc.com/20k to download the Zocdoc app and sign up for free.\nEpisode transcript, music, and credits can be found here: https://www.20k.org/episodes/tadaitswindows\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices