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This audio, titled 'Subway Ride 2', captures the ambient soundscape of a subway ride recorded on December 28, 2000. The recording commences with the distinct clatter of subway doors opening, followed by the muffled chatter of passengers embarking and disembarking. The familiar beep-beep of the subway's closing doors echoes intermittently, punctuating the continuous hum of conversation. As the subway begins to move, the rhythmic clanking of the train on the tracks forms a repetitive, almost hypnotic beat. The low rumble of the subway's engine reverberates throughout the audio, adding a layer of depth to the soundscape. Throughout the journey, there is a recurring sound effect of an automated announcement system. The indistinct voice of the announcer, although barely audible over the thrum of the subway, provides a sense of location and progression throughout the journey. Passenger noises, such as the rustle of clothing, shuffle of feet, and
