Interesting book 'Ekco Sounds'

[Alan Douglas]

I'd rather have at least the illusion of being in control, and deal with real people who I know and who know me. I keep two bank accounts and put money into the one with the debit card as required.

But back to the book, yes, some high and mighty companies have disappeared by guessing wrong about coming trends. Or not trying to guess at all. RCA's legacy--the only device with their name attached--is a cheap phono plug.