Concert sound today bears little resemblance to the early days of Rock N Roll -- when acts like Chuck Berry and The Beatles swept the young hearts of the nation. The quality enhancement is due in large part to one band's drive and innovation. CBS News Correspondent Jim Chenevey reports on how the Grateful Dead paved the way for modern concert sound. 

Written and produced by Gauthier Giacomoni.

Photo Credit: Meyer Sound Lab archives

Dead Sound

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