Instant Live Concert Recordings

Posted by michael on Thursday April 29, 2004 @02:55AM from the instant-gratification dept.

WebGangsta writes "The AP is reporting that there's a new device out that allows you to record a concert... legally. It works because it's run by the venue, direct from the mixing board. After the show, concert-goers visit an on-site kiosk and purchase a 128MB keydrive (which may or may not be proprietary to the system). Then they swipe their credit card again to download the concert they just attended to the keydrive. The MP3 can then be shared with whoever they'd like (no restrictions on copying the show to friends)." We've had some previous stories about a different system with CD-R's available after the show.

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Wait, that was illegal? by Seoulstriker · 2004-04-29 02:57 · Score: 5, Insightful

Why are concert recordings illegal? Is it like taping a movie at the theater?

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Re:Cool but could be cooler. by JohnTheFisherman · 2004-04-29 03:14 · Score: 5, Insightful

If I went to a show and it was good, I'd definitely pay $10.00 to download a digital copy of it.

But if you are half drunk and trying to work some kiosk, you'll probably pay $40.00 for a copy of a terrible show, perhaps even accidentally paying for it twice as you fumble around with the keychain while trying not to spill your beer. :)

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