The analog thread.

[tom_hankins]

On ‎3‎/‎22‎/‎2016 at 0:19 AM, MexicanDragon said:

Have one on my pro-ject debut carbon. For the cost of 400 chicken nuggets, it's hard to go wrong.

**BRENT**

Thanks Brent. Got one ordered, gets here today.

[Grahame]

Meanwhile ...

But 48% of people who bought vinyl last month admit they have yet to play it.

Seven per cent of those surveyed say they do not even own a turntable.

"I have vinyls in my room but it's more for decor. I don't actually play them," Jordan Katende, a student in Manchester, told BBC News.

"It gives me the old-school vibe. That's what vinyl's all about," he added.

http://www.bbc.com/news/entertainment-arts-36027867

 

[grawk]

for the first time in 6 months, I played a record I got on the day I got it...the 7" that came in the fugees record I got from VMP.

[MexicanDragon]

I, too, got the Fugees album, but didn't get home til 10, so didn't spin it. Tomorrow there is a Record Store Day pre-party at a local bar that's pretty cool, so I think I'm going to load up some nice unopened stuff and let them play it.

Oh, Record Store Day... anyone going?

**BRENT**

[Dusty Chalk]

Fugees == flavour of the month?

[MexicanDragon]

It was the Vinyl Me, Please album of the month; a special 20th anniversary edition only found through them. I know at least 3 of us got it, and I think today is the last day to snag it.

 

**BRENT**

[Dusty Chalk]

So, literally, yes, album of the month == flavour of the month.

[MexicanDragon]

Here's the new Vinyl Me, Please for May. Weezer - Pinkerton

I was trying to decide between the 4LP deluxe edition or the MFSL edition, but this makes that decision easier, and I'll keep the subscription another month.

**BRENT**

[tom_hankins]

On ‎4‎/‎15‎/‎2016 at 3:29 PM, Dusty Chalk said:

Fugees == flavour of the month?

For me it would be more like the flavour of the last 20 or so years.  

[swt61]

Top 3 reasons you know your musical tastes are dated...

1 : You think too many songs today are over sung (Star Search effect).

2 : You DO NOT think Kanye West is a genius.

3 : You always have to remind yourself who the Fugees are.

[Hopstretch]

Guilty on all counts, your honor.

[Mr.Sneis]

On 4/23/2016 at 8:27 PM, MexicanDragon said:

Here's the new Vinyl Me, Please for May. Weezer - Pinkerton

I was trying to decide between the 4LP deluxe edition or the MFSL edition, but this makes that decision easier, and I'll keep the subscription another month.

**BRENT**

VMP is using the same plates from the Mofi release and pressing at RTI. 

I have the damn MFSL release already but tempted just to sign up to triple dip.  It's pretty sickening actually now that I am typing it.

[MexicanDragon]

9 minutes ago, Mr.Sneis said:

VMP is using the same plates from the Mofi release and pressing at RTI. 

I have the damn MFSL release already but tempted just to sign up to triple dip.  It's pretty sickening actually now that I am typing it.

Heh, well, don't forget to use my link and I think you may get a discount

Too bad it's not 180gr. I really wish it was pink, though. I don't have enough pink vinyl.

**BRENT**

[Sherwood]

On 4/23/2016 at 11:18 PM, swt61 said:

3 : You always have to remind yourself who the Fugees are.

This one is real bad.  The Fugees haven't put out an album in 20 years.

[tom_hankins]

Added a second table (VPI scout 1.1) and a mono cartridge (ortofon quintet mono) I'm running it through my back up phonostage until I can pick up another BAT phono used. WOW, listening to a japenese blue note of Lee Morgan "Candy". Soundstage depth is incredible. There is a sharpness/cleaness to the record I have never heard.  This is one of the better investments involving listening to records I've made. Now to clear a separate shelf for monos only.

[MexicanDragon]

You're insane, Tom. I love it!

**BRENT**

[tom_hankins]

On ‎4‎/‎26‎/‎2016 at 6:02 PM, Sherwood said:

This one is real bad.  The Fugees haven't put out an album in 20 years.

I guess they figured they got it so right the first time......;)

[purk]

Glad you are having a great time, Tom.

[tom_hankins]

On ‎5‎/‎2‎/‎2016 at 11:07 AM, purk said:

Glad you are having a great time, Tom.

Thanks Purk. Isnt it about time for a family DC vacation?

[purk]

We will wait until you get your forth TT.

[ironbut]

Here's a story that will curl your toes!

 

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3591257/Now-s-special-delivery-Postman-struggles-vinyl-record-letterbox-FOLDS-half.html

[Dusty Chalk]

http://www.engadget.com/2016/05/26/the-force-awakens-soundtrack-vinyl-holograms/

[Knuckledragger]

 

Fascinating.  Also, that Techmoan fella is going to have to start paying me royalties.

[shaizada]

I finally acquired the EAR Discmaster turntable which has been a real chase!  Just put it together a couple of weeks ago:

 

 

[shaizada]

With all the excitement the previous posted turntable generated, I think another one is in order.

I just picked up another new turntable to play with. It should arrive in a week or two:




Redpoint Model D, Triplanar VII Tonearm, Ikeda IT-407CR1 12" version, another Helius Silver Ruby, Dynavector XV-1T cartridge, Transfiguration Orpheus L cartridge, HRS M3 Base and a Siltech Lake Compass tonearm cable.

And its an interesting color to boot! Right now, I don't care much for the color, but it might grow on me when I get it. If not, I'll take it to a local shop and get it some nice automotive color. Maybe a white or grey or black...might be fun!

Mass loaded design (totally different sound compared to suspended tables). About 260 lbs in total here.