Many of us have family heirlooms that hold more sentimental value than actual monetary value. That’s why you might find someone holding onto broken vinyl records, but does the same apply to the dazzling Victrolas? Or are they still worth something? Maybe you’ve spotted an old Victrola collecting dust in your grandma’s attic, and she’s … Read more
In the height of digital platforms and music streaming sites, it can be hard to get ahold of vinyl records. However, hope’s not all lost because artists are starting to produce vinyl records of their recent work. So, not only can you enjoy oldies but goodies, but you can also listen to your favorite pop … Read more
If you’re looking for a replacement cartridge after thousands of hours of playing records, or you just got into turntablism and are searching for a value-loaded phono cartridge, then this article is for you! Two of the biggest names in the industry are Sumiko and Sumiko. Their entry-level cartridges -the Pearl and the 2M Red- … Read more
The Pro-Ject Debut Carbon Evo and Rega Planar 1 have received a lot of praise in the audiophile community in recent years, having both been hailed as two of the best entry-level turntables of this generation. But with nearly identical playback speed, frequency range, and entry-level price, they’re often compared to each other. Pro-Ject Debut … Read more
Record players were extremely popular in the 60s and 70s. They later died down due to the introduction of cassettes, but in recent years, turntables have become popular again. Many people think a turntable’s classic analog music sounds better than digital music. As a result, many manufacturers started making them once more. The MoFi Studiodeck … Read more
When I was a rookie turntablist, I couldn’t wrap my head around how many settings and features I had to deal with just to set up my deck and get the sound right. One of those was the anti-skate function. If you’re struggling with the same thing now, I’m here to help you tackle adjusting … Read more
Record player lovers know the struggle of having to pinpoint the reason behind the sound quality drop. The reason could be anything, and even when you do find what you suspect is wrong and fix it, the bad quality persists as if it’s intentionally trying to annoy you! I remember my confused panic when my … Read more
Who doesn’t like shuffling through endless racks of different clothes in thrift stores? I know I do. Every thrift store visit ends up with a huge sense of accomplishment getting great deals on various stuff. If you think thrift stores only sell clothing, you might be surprised. It’s true that some thrift stores sell clothing … Read more
How relaxing is it, getting home after a long day of work, playing your favorite vinyl record while sitting on your favorite chair, and kicking up your feet? However, just when you’re about to put the delicate vinyl record back in its sleeve, it falls to the floor. You think to yourself, “it’s ok. It’s … Read more
Why is Watch the Throne vinyl so expensive? The short answer is exclusivity, but that doesn’t really tell us anything. Does it? When it comes to Watch the Throne vinyl, there are more than just price increases at play. The album was released after a period of tension between Kanye West and Jay-Z’s wife Beyoncé. … Read more