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= James West (inventor)
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James West is an American inventor and electrical engineer best known for his work in the field of electroacoustics. He co-invented the electret microphone in 1964, which is a type of condenser microphone that uses an electret material to maintain a consistent electric charge. This invention significantly improved the performance and convenience of microphones and has been widely used in various applications, including telecommunications, recording devices, and sound systems.