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Title: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on January 13, 2008, 10:25:00 am
Just way more expensive
 
 Joy Division: Box Set (Vinyl)
 
 $199.98 Vinyl
 
  Released in a Limited Edition of only 3,000 copies worldwide, this 180-Gram virgin vinyl, four-disc JOY DIVISION BOX SET contains new pressings of the band's two seminal studio albums - UNKNOWN PLEASURES ('79) and CLOSER ('80) - and the 1981 two-disc rarities compilation STILL.  
 
 
   <img src="http://www.rhino.com/covers400/33/330684.jpg" alt=" - " />
 
 http://www.rhino.com/store/ProductDetail.lasso?Number=330684 (http://www.rhino.com/store/ProductDetail.lasso?Number=330684)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: ggw on January 13, 2008, 01:24:00 pm
Vinyl Gets Its Groove Back (http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,1702369,00.html)
 By Kristina Dell
 
 From college dorm rooms to high school sleepovers, an all-but-extinct music medium has been showing up lately. And we don't mean CDs. Vinyl records, especially the full-length LPs that helped define the golden era of rock in the 1960s and '70s, are suddenly cool again. Some of the new fans are baby boomers nostalgic for their youth. But to the surprise and delight of music executives, increasing numbers of the iPod generation are also purchasing turntables (or dusting off Dad's), buying long-playing vinyl records and giving them a spin.
 
 Like the comeback of Puma sneakers or vintage T shirts, vinyl's resurgence has benefited from its retro-rock aura. Many young listeners discovered LPs after they rifled through their parents' collections looking for oldies and found that they liked the warmer sound quality of records, the more elaborate album covers and liner notes that come with them, and the experience of putting one on and sharing it with friends, as opposed to plugging in some earbuds and listening alone. "Bad sound on an iPod has had an impact on a lot of people going back to vinyl," says David MacRunnel, a 15-year-old high school sophomore from Creve Coeur, Mo., who owns more than 1,000 records.
 
 The music industry, hoping to find another revenue source that doesn't easily lend itself to illegal downloads, has happily jumped on the bandwagon. Contemporary artists like the Killers and Ryan Adams have begun issuing their new releases on vinyl in addition to the CD and MP3 formats. As an extra lure, many labels are including coupons for free audio downloads with their vinyl albums so that Generation Y music fans can get the best of both worlds: high-quality sound at home and iPod portability for the road. Also, vinyl's different shapes (hearts, triangles) and eye-catching designs (bright colors, sparkles) are created to appeal to a younger audience. While new records sell for about $14, used LPs go for as little as a penny--perfect for a teenager's budget--or as much as $2,400 for a collectible, autographed copy of Beck's Steve Threw Up.
 
 Vinyl records are just a small scratch on the surface when it comes to total album sales--only about 0.2%, compared to 10% for digital downloads and 89.7% for CDs, according to Nielsen SoundScan--but these numbers may underrepresent the vinyl trend since they don't always include sales at smaller indie shops where vinyl does best. Still, 990,000 vinyl albums were sold in 2007, up 15.4% from the 858,000 units bought in 2006. Mike Dreese, CEO of Newbury Comics, a New England chain of independent music retailers that sells LPs and CDs, says his vinyl sales were up 37% last year, and Patrick Amory, general manager of indie label Matador Records, whose artists include Cat Power and the New Pornographers, claims, "We can't keep up with the demand."
 
 Big players are starting to take notice too. "It's not a significant part of our business, but there is enough there for me to take someone and have half their time devoted to making vinyl a real business," says John Esposito, president and CEO of WEA Corp., the U.S. distribution company of Warner Music Group, which posted a 30% increase in LP sales last year. In October, Amazon.com introduced a vinyl-only store and increased its selection to 150,000 titles across 20 genres. Its biggest sellers? Alternative rock, followed by classic rock albums. "I'm not saying vinyl will become a mainstream format, just like gourmet eating is not going to take over from McDonald's," says Michael Fremer, senior contributing editor at Stereophile. "But there is a growing group of people who are going back to a high-resolution format." Here are some of the reasons they're doing it and why you might want to consider it:
 
 Sound quality LPs generally exhibit a warmer, more nuanced sound than CDs and digital downloads. MP3 files tend to produce tinnier notes, especially if compressed into a lower-resolution format that pares down the sonic information. "Most things sound better on vinyl, even with the crackles and pops and hisses," says MacRunnel, the young Missouri record collector.
 
 Album extras Large album covers with imaginative graphics, pullout photos (some even have full-size posters tucked in the sleeve) and liner notes are a big draw for young fans. "Alternative rock used to have 16-page booklets and album sleeves, but with iTunes there isn't anything collectible to show I own a piece of this artist," says Dreese of Newbury Comics. In a nod to modern technology, albums known as picture discs come with an image of the band or artist printed on the vinyl. "People who are used to CDs see the artwork and the colored vinyl, and they think it's really cool," says Jordan Yates, 15, a Nashville-based vinyl enthusiast. Some LP releases even come with bonus tracks not on the CD version, giving customers added value.
 
 Social experience Crowding around a record player to listen to a new album with friends, discussing the foldout photos, even getting up to flip over a record makes vinyl a more socially interactive way to enjoy music. "As far as a communal experience, like with family and friends, it feels better to listen to vinyl," says Jason Bini, 24, a recent graduate of Fordham University. "It's definitely more social."
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Random Citizen on January 13, 2008, 03:32:00 pm
My preference is to have the album as MP3 for portable purposes and on vinyl for home.
 
 It's always great when a band/artist puts out a vinyl version of their album and it includes bonus tracks not on the CD. Or, if it's on colored or clear vinyl just to switch it up.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: jm1 on January 14, 2008, 10:24:00 am
Merge Records does just that as the norm - vinyl releases come with a free Mp3 version of the LP from their site. One needn't think twice about purchasing the vinyl format any longer. I mean, CDs suck, right?
 
 We think so:
 http://vinyldistrict.blogspot.com/ (http://vinyldistrict.blogspot.com/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: ggw on January 14, 2008, 10:44:00 am
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Originally posted by jm1:
  Merge Records does just that as the norm - vinyl releases come with a free Mp3 version of the LP from their site.
Matador does the same.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kcjones119 on January 14, 2008, 11:16:00 am
I think Touch and Go does this too.  The latest Shellac also just had a loose CD inside the album.  The new Wilco also came with a CD version (presumably so people could access their continuous bonus content).
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: ggw on January 14, 2008, 11:25:00 am
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Originally posted by kcjones119:
  I think Touch and Go does this too.  The latest Shellac also just had a loose CD inside the album.
I liked how that CD was just flopping around in the second slot in the gatefold. And it had nothing printed on it.  
 
 The last Ted Leo (also Touch & Go) came with a digital download coupon.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: ggw on January 17, 2008, 07:49:00 am
Speaking of vinyl - Orpheus Records is going out of business.  Everything is 30-40% off.  They have a good selection of used LPs.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: jm1 on January 17, 2008, 10:19:00 am
Orpheus is going out of business?? Noooo............
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on January 17, 2008, 10:44:00 am
Maybe vinyl IS dead.
 
 
Quote
Originally posted by jm1:
  Orpheus is going out of business?? Noooo............
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: ggw on January 17, 2008, 10:51:00 am
Quote
Originally posted by jm1:
  Orpheus is going out of business?? Noooo............
Another victim of the great gentrification of Clarendon.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bekessler on January 17, 2008, 12:32:00 pm
Any idea how long they will be selling off their records for?
 
 thanks
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: ggw on January 17, 2008, 01:13:00 pm
Quote
Originally posted by bekessler:
  Any idea how long they will be selling off their records for?
 
 thanks
Through March, unless someone buys his stock before that.  Great selection.  Other than Joe's up in Rockville, nobody comes close to their selection.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Sage 703 on January 17, 2008, 01:30:00 pm
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Originally posted by ggwâ?¢:
   
Quote
Originally posted by bekessler:
  Any idea how long they will be selling off their records for?
 
 thanks
Through March, unless someone buys his stock before that.  Great selection.  Other than Joe's up in Rockville, nobody comes close to their selection. [/b]
Great tip.  Might go by today.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: beetsnotbeats on January 17, 2008, 02:56:00 pm
Strangeland is also closing. Story in tomorrow's City Paper.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: jm1 on January 19, 2008, 12:26:00 pm
Just confirmed -- Orpheus indeed closes 4/1. All used LP's are 30% off as are most sealed LP's...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: jm1 on January 19, 2008, 09:04:00 pm
More on the Orpheus closing:
 
 http://vinyldistrict.blogspot.com/ (http://vinyldistrict.blogspot.com/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: organizedconfusion on January 22, 2008, 10:36:00 pm
rare vynil will be expensive. Any errors on the label can make it more expensive.  Try typing in 'rare funk 45's' in any search engine.  As far as funk: the more you have never heard of it, the more expensive it probably is. An original of James Brown "live at the apollo" goes for a healthy amount of money and most record stores will tell you its a hot item. As it should be I think.  
 
 That sound though. WOW.
 
 I hate having this library of vynil, and have to be sitting at home copying it all over to my mac. "I WANT MY LIFE BACK"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on January 22, 2008, 10:50:00 pm
if vinyl is a superior medium for audio reproduction, why are all its suppliers and resellers going out of business?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: nkotb on January 22, 2008, 10:53:00 pm
To a vast majority of music buyers, convenience > sound quality I'd be willing to bet.
 
 I'd absolutely love walls full of vinyl, but as a CD can fit unseen above my car's visor and is easily slipped into my in-dash CD player.  Add onto the extra super duper ease of MP3s and you've got yourself a specialty market.  
 
 To be honest, I'm surprised there are any record stores left, considering the way CD shops are going out of business.
 
 
Quote
Originally posted by sweetcell:
  if vinyl is a superior medium for audio reproduction, why are all its suppliers and resellers going out of business?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: azaghal1981 on January 22, 2008, 10:59:00 pm
Another recently published article on this topic:
 
 Vinyl May Be Final Nail in CD's Coffin
 By Eliot Van Buskirk
 10.29.07 | 12:00 AM
 
 As counterintuitive as it may seem in this age of iPods and digital downloads, vinyl -- the favorite physical format of indie music collectors and audiophiles
 -- is poised to re-enter the mainstream, or at least become a major tributary.
 
 Talk to almost anyone in the music business' vital indie and DJ scenes and you'll encounter a uniformly optimistic picture of the vinyl market.
 
 "I'm hearing from labels and distributors that vinyl is way up," said Ian Connelly, client relations manager of independent distributor alliance IODA, in
 an e-mail interview. "And not just the boutique, limited-edition colored vinyl that
 Jesu/
 Isis-
 style fans are hot for right now."
 
 Pressing plants are ramping up production, but where is the demand coming from? Why do so many people still love vinyl, even though its bulky, analog nature
 is anathema to everything music is supposed to be these days? Records, the vinyl evangelists will tell you, provide more of a connection between fans and
 artists. And many of today's music fans buy 180-gram vinyl LPs for home listening and MP3s for their portable devices.
 
 "For many of us, and certainly for many of our artists, the vinyl is the true version of the release," said Matador's Patrick Amory. "The size and presence
 of the artwork, the division into sides, the better sound quality, above all the involvement and work the listener has to put in, all make it the format
 of choice for people who really care about music."
 
 Because these music fans also listen using portable players and computers, Matador and other labels include coupons in record packaging that can be used
 to download MP3 versions of the songs. Amory called the coupon program "hugely popular."
 
 Portability is no longer any reason to stick with CDs, and neither is audio quality. Although
 vinyl purists are ripe for parody,
 they're right about one thing: Records can sound better than CDs.
 
 Although CDs have a wider dynamic range, mastering houses are often encouraged to compress the audio on CDs to make it as loud as possible: It's the so-called
 loudness war.
 Since the audio on vinyl can't be compressed to such extremes, records generally offer a more nuanced sound.
 
 Another reason for vinyl's sonic superiority is that no matter how high a sampling rate is, it can never contain all of the data present in an analog groove,
 Nyquist's theorem
 to the contrary.
 
 "The digital world will never get there," said Chris Ashworth, owner of United Record Pressing, the country's largest record pressing plant.
 
 Golden-eared audiophiles have long testified to vinyl's warmer, richer sound. And now demand for vinyl is on the rise. Pressing plants that were already
 at capacity are staying there, while others are cranking out more records than they did last year in order to keep pace with demand.
 
 Don MacInnis, owner of Record Technology in Camarillo, California, predicts production will be up 25 percent over last year by the end of 2007. And he's
 not talking about small runs of dance music for DJs, but the whole gamut of music: "new albums, reissues, majors and indies ... jazz, blues, classical,
 pop and a lot of (classic) rock."
 
 Turntables are hot again as well.
 Insound,
 an online music retailer that recently began selling USB turntables alongside vinyl, can't keep them in stock, according to the company's director, Patrick
 McNamara.
 
 And on Oct. 17, Amazon.com launched a
 vinyl-only section
 stocked with a growing collection of titles and several models of record players.
 
 Big labels still aren't buying the vinyl comeback, but it wouldn't be the first time the industry failed to identify a new trend in the music biz.
 
 "Our numbers, at least, don't really point to a resurgence," said Jonathan Lamy, the Recording Industry Association of America's director of communications.
 Likewise, Nielsen SoundScan, which registered a slight increase in vinyl sales last year, nonetheless showed a 43 percent decrease between 2000 and 2006.
 
 But when it comes to vinyl, these organizations don't really know what they're talking about. The RIAA's numbers are misleading because its member labels
 are only now beginning to react to the growing demand for vinyl. As for SoundScan, its numbers don't include many of the small indie and dance shops where
 records are sold. More importantly, neither organization tracks used records sold at stores or on eBay -- arguably the central clearinghouse for vinyl
 worldwide.
 
 Vinyl's popularity has been underreported before.
 
 "The Consumer Electronics Association said that only 100,000 turntables were sold in 2004. Numark alone sold more than that to pro DJs that year," said
 Chris Roman, product manager for Numark.
 
 And the vinyl-MP3 tag team might just hasten the
 long-predicted death of the CD.
 
 San Francisco indie band
 The Society of Rockets,
 for example, plans to release its next album strictly on vinyl and as MP3 files.
 
 "Having just gone through the process of mastering our new album for digital and for vinyl, I can say it is completely amazing how different they really
 sound," said lead singer and guitarist Joshua Babcock in an e-mail interview. "The way the vinyl is so much better and warmer and more interesting to listen
 to is a wonder."
 
 http://www.wired.com/entertainment/music/commentary/listeningpost/2007/10/listeningpost_1029 (http://www.wired.com/entertainment/music/commentary/listeningpost/2007/10/listeningpost_1029)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bombay Chutney on January 23, 2008, 09:53:00 am
Quote
Originally posted by azaghal1981:
 
 As counterintuitive as it may seem in this age of iPods and digital downloads, vinyl -- the favorite physical format of indie music collectors and audiophiles
 -- is poised to re-enter the mainstream, or at least become a major tributary.
 
Vinyl may be more popular recently, but this is a bit much.  I read somewhere (Coolfer maybe?) that vinyl accounts for a miniscule perentage of music sales.  Like a fraction of a percent.   That's a far cry from "major tributary".
 
 
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Because these music fans also listen using portable players and computers, Matador and other labels include coupons in record packaging that can be used
 to download MP3 versions of the songs.
[/b]
 
 They really need to push this more.  I wasn't even aware of this until it was brought up on this board recently.  Portability is the only reason why I don't buy many LPs.  I'd pay a couple bucks more for a vinyl+mp3 package.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on January 23, 2008, 10:18:00 am
Vinyl isn't dead yet, but Heath Ledger is. Who would have guessed that?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: jm1 on January 23, 2008, 10:58:00 am
That's THE key -- if more record labels begin to offer the entire LP as a free Mp3 download bundled into the price (ala Merge) sales would flourish -- which would keep both my turntable and iPod quite happy. (What's a CD?)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: beetsnotbeats on January 23, 2008, 03:07:00 pm
I just received Georgie James' CD and the Robyn Hitchcock CD box "I Wanna Go Backwards." The Georgie James disc contains MP3s of other Saddle Creek artists. The Hitchcock box contains a coupon for additional Yep Roc downloads.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Alleged Computer F**kface on January 23, 2008, 03:08:00 pm
Quote
Originally posted by Charlie Nakatestes,Japanese Golfer:
  Vinyl isn't dead yet, but Heath Ledger is. Who would have guessed that?
Too soon, man, too soon. My sister is still beside herself.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: azaghal1981 on January 23, 2008, 03:38:00 pm
Quote
Originally posted by Julian, good manners AFICIONADO:
   
Quote
Originally posted by Charlie Nakatestes,Japanese Golfer:
  Vinyl isn't dead yet, but Heath Ledger is. Who would have guessed that?
Too soon, man, too soon. My sister is still beside herself. [/b]
You busted on Casey Calvert's shitty band sooner (not that it wasn't justified).  ;)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: anarchist on January 23, 2008, 03:38:00 pm
vinyl will be dead when orpheus closes and the owner has to get a real job.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Alleged Computer F**kface on January 23, 2008, 03:40:00 pm
Quote
Originally posted by azaghal1981:
  You busted on Casey Calvert's shitty band sooner (not that it wasn't justified).   ;)  
You know what? You're completely right -- I am being hypocritical. Queue up the dead Heath Ledger jokes.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on January 23, 2008, 03:52:00 pm
Better beside herself than beside Heath.
 
 
Quote
Originally posted by Julian, good manners AFICIONADO:
   
Quote
Originally posted by Charlie Nakatestes,Japanese Golfer:
  Vinyl isn't dead yet, but Heath Ledger is. Who would have guessed that?
Too soon, man, too soon. My sister is still beside herself. [/b]
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on January 23, 2008, 04:19:00 pm
Quote
Originally posted by azaghal1981:
 Portability is no longer any reason to stick with CDs, and neither is audio quality. Although
 vinyl purists are ripe for parody, they're right about one thing: Records can sound better than CDs.
 
 Although CDs have a wider dynamic range, mastering houses are often encouraged to compress the audio on CDs to make it as loud as possible: It's the so-called loudness war. Since the audio on vinyl can't be compressed to such extremes, records generally offer a more nuanced sound.
 
 Another reason for vinyl's sonic superiority is that no matter how high a sampling rate is, it can never contain all of the data present in an analog groove, Nyquist's theorem to the contrary.
 
 "The digital world will never get there," said Chris Ashworth, owner of United Record Pressing, the country's largest record pressing plant.
 
 Golden-eared audiophiles have long testified to vinyl's warmer, richer sound.
from an audiophile perspective, i wish there was a mid-way point between CDs and vinyl.  the dynamic range on CDs does suck all too often, the fact that it's done on purpose is a crime against humanity.  vinyl's fidelity b/c of analog is *theoretically* better, but at an unacceptable cost IMO: scratches, pops, wobble, flutter, etc.
 
 CDs are closer to what the artists, engineers, producers, etc hear upon final mixdown.  it's the shitty mastering that gets in the way.  in the studio, people don't rush out and press a vinyl copy to see how it sounds, and adjust the mix accordingly... and that "warmer, richer" sound is a slight analog distortion.  it's pleasing to the ear, but it's not a 100% faithful reproduction of the original recording.  but pleasing is all that counts  :)
 
 the best option would be to get a copy of the master on a DAT (anybody remember those?) @ 96k/24 bit, but that's not economically viable.  dang.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: HoyaSaxa03 on January 31, 2008, 01:11:00 pm
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Originally posted by jm1:
  More on the Orpheus closing:
 
  http://vinyldistrict.blogspot.com/ (http://vinyldistrict.blogspot.com/)
has anyone been to orpheus recently?  pretty picked-over already?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: ggw on January 31, 2008, 02:16:00 pm
CD Cellar in Clarendon is also being evicted - at a yet to be determined date.  Nowhere near as good as Orpheus for vinyl, but their selection has been steadily improving (at least at the Clarendon store).
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: HoyaSaxa03 on January 31, 2008, 04:20:00 pm
made a pilgrimage to orpheus today ... a lot of the big stuff (smiths, replacements, new order, etc) is totally gone, but i found some gems:
 
 simon & garfunkel: parsley sage, live @ central park
 simon: s/t
 the who: who are you
 xtc: drums and wires
 kraftwerk: trans-europe
 matthew sweet: 100% fun
 REM: fables, document
 stones: some girls, get yer ya yas
 rundgren: something/anything
 lone justice s/t
 randy newman: sail away
 byrds: greatest hits
 kate bush: hounds of love
 edie brickell: shooting rubber bands
 elton john: honky chateau
 echo: ocean rain
 dukes of stratosphear: psonic
 creedence: cosmo's
 costello: get happy, imperial bedroom
 chilton: document
 cheap trick: budokan
 
 great deals, too
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on January 31, 2008, 04:24:00 pm
dude thats were all those stolen records of mine ended up   :D
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: nkotb on January 31, 2008, 04:33:00 pm
Anything left?  I may go this weekend if I can pull myself off the couch.  Stupid cold.
 
 
Quote
Originally posted by Hoya Paranoia:
  made a pilgrimage to orpheus today ... a lot of the big stuff (smiths, replacements, new order, etc) is totally gone, but i found some gems:
 
 great deals, too
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: HoyaSaxa03 on January 31, 2008, 04:38:00 pm
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Originally posted by nkotb:
  Anything left?  I may go this weekend if I can pull myself off the couch.  Stupid cold.
like i said, a lot of it is picked over and you're not going to find a lot of "big" names, but i still managed to find a bunch of albums that i really wanted ... the guy said that he's still re-stocking and buying used records, so there should be more out there
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Jaguar on April 27, 2013, 03:20:37 am
Mod Kosmo's Detroit home:


(https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/936976_10151443912637800_2075242783_n.jpg)


House of records at The Heidelberg Project in Detroit.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 27, 2013, 10:38:12 pm
Cool thread, those were some good times.
Orpheus was a fun way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon.
Cd Cellar, Earl's (next door) and Whole Foods are pretty much my only stops in Clarendon these days.
Remember 'keep clarendon weird'?
Wait a minute - EL POLLO RICO and that Vietnamese place way up the hill to the right - amazing grilled pork vermicelli...guess I'll be there tomorrow.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on April 28, 2013, 08:53:45 am
Cool thread, those were some good times.
Orpheus was a fun way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon.
Cd Cellar, Earl's (next door) and Whole Foods are pretty much my only stops in Clarendon these days.
Remember 'keep clarendon weird'?
Wait a minute - EL POLLO RICO and that Vietnamese place way up the hill to the right - amazing grilled pork vermicelli...guess I'll be there tomorrow.

When was Clarendon weird?  The whitest, chainiest place ever! That dump kareoke place in the strip mall was kinda cool. And Jays, does it still exist?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 28, 2013, 09:48:14 am
I came in about 1993 and when you had Bardo, the old Iota, Galaxy Hut, Go CD,  and before the Whole Foods it was at least tolerable (although no great shakes)...I may be forgetting some stuff...

I miss Orpheus...the guy-rick- was a bit of a freak (not to mention the other guy who used to work there who was plain nuts) and had crazy prices on some stuff not to mention that crazy color price scheme he had but he put out some great stuff in those dollar bins...for a while I used to go about once a week and walk out with an armload of records for $20.. still can't get over that he gave up precisely at the time vinyl made a comeback...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: chaz on April 28, 2013, 11:47:56 am
Old Clarendon...nothing but Little Tavern, Sears, and a bunch of Vietnamese joints.  And Dan Kain Trophies, where I worked in high school.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on April 28, 2013, 11:59:55 am
I always forget most of this board is pushin' 50.  ;D ;D ;D

You all have some years on me.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on April 28, 2013, 01:19:16 pm
I always forget most of this board is pushin' 50.  ;D ;D ;D

Before this year is out... [raises hand] :-\
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 03, 2014, 03:01:40 pm
http://pitchfork.com/news/56512-modest-mouse-reissue-the-lonesome-crowded-west-and-this-is-a-long-drive-for-someone-with-nothing-to-think-about/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on September 03, 2014, 03:13:00 pm
Wow. LCW is one of those albums I've always wanted on vinyl.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 03, 2014, 03:15:15 pm
Wow. LCW is one of those albums I've always wanted on vinyl.

yup.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on September 17, 2014, 11:53:52 am
http://pitchfork.com/news/56724-the-dismemberment-plan-to-reissue-change/

Strongly hinted at on their FB about a month ago but nice to have confirmation. This album has aged so well, I really didn't like it when it came out.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on September 17, 2014, 12:29:15 pm
everything is beeing reissued on vinyl... i read that the three thievery corporation lps for example

concern bout quality control... with not enough record pressing plants around i think they are pumping them out so fast there are issues.. warps for example..

never been a better time to buy cds.. nobody wants them anymore...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on September 17, 2014, 01:55:54 pm
a good use for vinyl:

Go full hipster and buy a beard comb made of vinyl records
http://consequenceofsound.net/2014/09/go-full-hipster-and-buy-a-beard-comb-made-of-vinyl/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 07, 2014, 03:34:14 pm
ok this just looks cool

(http://cdn.instructables.com/FDH/T581/HFSH5AYD/FDHT581HFSH5AYD.LARGE.jpg)

laser cut record (http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-Cut-Record/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: stevewizzle on October 22, 2014, 06:29:38 pm
Wow. LCW is one of those albums I've always wanted on vinyl.

yup.

i pre-ordered from glacial pace and got a notification mine shipped today. joy!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on October 22, 2014, 07:01:12 pm
Didn't realize Yo La Tengo's Fakebook had been reissued on vinyl... heck of an album.. always a want of mine...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on November 11, 2014, 11:18:59 am
Have to admit that lately vinyl is becoming quite alluring again. The quality of it is definitely a step up. I'm finding out that (for example) certain LPs have different track listing, tracks, etc. I never realized that the Queens of the Stone Age "Over the Years and Through the Woods" LP has a totally different track listing (and it's better too) than the CD. Shellac always sounds better on vinyl than in digital format. Not sure if Albini masters things differently for LP or what, but I'm realizing some stuff is just better in vinyl format. I just got the reissued version of "Crazy Rhythms" by the Feelies and I can't wait to listen to it today.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on November 11, 2014, 11:39:04 am
Wow. LCW is one of those albums I've always wanted on vinyl.

yup.

i pre-ordered from glacial pace and got a notification mine shipped today. joy!
I bought mine locally. The revised tracklisting kind of throws it off.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Venerable Bede on November 12, 2014, 04:09:26 am
Bedhead just released a 5 LP box set on 180 gram vinyl....that would be one to grab.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Rogue Riderhood on November 13, 2014, 12:58:50 pm
Shellac always sounds better on vinyl than in digital format.
I will only listen to Shellac on cassette.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on November 18, 2014, 05:08:01 pm
http://vinylmeplease.com
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on November 19, 2014, 02:28:41 pm
How much and what kind of records and art do u get?

Edit: found it. Not horribly pricey but it's a lot nonetheless.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on November 19, 2014, 02:50:35 pm
This would be awesome (https://www.etsy.com/shop/Foxsvinylclocks?page=1) if it came with an instant download option too.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on November 19, 2014, 02:52:02 pm
I just got the reissued version of "Crazy Rhythms" by the Feelies and I can't wait to listen to it today.


Got that one on white vinyl and had them sign it for me a couple years back at the club.  (Of course, Brenda wasn't with them back then but she signed anyway.)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 20, 2015, 11:20:26 am
here's a good use for those record and record players :)

(https://fbcdn-vthumb-a.akamaihd.net/hvthumb-ak-xpa1/v/t15.0-10/s480x480/10820902_830863386963957_830862833630679_44492_2549_b.jpg?oh=b0cc0132a3a4585f5866d487212515b7&oe=554FF533&__gda__=1431644091_2ad11be944048895de6eb5807889af0f)

drawing apparatus (https://vimeo.com/31933085)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 20, 2015, 04:38:46 pm
I just got the reissued version of "Crazy Rhythms" by the Feelies and I can't wait to listen to it today.


Got that one on white vinyl and had them sign it for me a couple years back at the club.  (Of course, Brenda wasn't with them back then but she signed anyway.)


see i think that is not the right "play"... you could have had all five sign the second album!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 18, 2015, 10:34:39 am
(http://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0535/3557/products/RAD_CARNEGIE_HALL_BOXSET_800X800_1024x1024.png?v=1424738818)

Live at Carnegie Hall was recorded over two nights at the historic Carnegie Hall in New York, NY on November 15th and 17th, 2014.
?Six discs pressed on audiophile, 180g vinyl
?Instant MP3 download of "Kim"
?Contains digital download card for full 42 track set

Saturday, November 15th, 2014
 
Side One
01.    Gimme Something Good
02.    Oh My Sweet Carolina
03.    Damn, Sam
04.    My Winding Wheel
 
Side Two
05.    Trouble
06.    Nobody?s Girl
07.    On Broadway
08.    Halloween
Side Three

09.    New York, New York
10.    Please Do Not Let Me Go
11.    Rats In The Wall
12.    Why Do They Leave
13.    Sylvia Plath
Side Four

14.   Crossed-Out Name
15.   This Is Where We Meet In My Mind
16.   If I Am A Stranger
17.   Amy
Side Five

18.   English Girls Approximately
19.   Avenues
20.   Come Pick Me Up


Monday, November 17th, 2014
 
Side One
01.    Oh My Sweet Carolina
02.    My Winding Wheel
03.    Dirty Rain
04.    My Wrecking Ball
 
Side Two
05.    New York New York
06.    Friends
07.    Am I Safe
 
Side Three
08.    Ashes And Fire
09.    Gimme Something Good
10.    Why Do They Leave
11.    Off Broadway
12.    The Hardest Part
 
Side Four
13.    The Rescue Blues
14.    Lucky Now
15.    Dear Chicago
16.    Desire
17.    How Much Light
 
Side Five
18.    Firecracker
19.    Kim
20.    Call Me On Your Way Back Home
21.    Black Sheets Of Rain
22.    Come Pick Me Up
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 27, 2015, 02:10:17 pm
HUH (http://www.huhmagazine.co.uk/8191/a-working-turntable-made-out-of-leg)
love the tube amp
 (http://www.huhmagazine.co.uk/images/uploaded/lego_turntable_00.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 03, 2015, 05:15:49 pm
hotels-with-record-players (http://checkin.trivago.com/the-coolest-hotels-with-record-players/)

When in Austin...the W seems to be the place
(http://checkin.trivago.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2015/03/W-Austin.jpg)
The W Austin is part of a chain which takes music seriously?especially in this fabled music city. Not only can you hang out in the Records Room section of the W Austin Living Room lounge, which has over 8,000 vinyl records, the W also creates custom music mixes available to download on iTunes. The music, both in the Records Room and the iTunes playlist is carefully curated by the W Hotels Global Music Director and mixed by emerging DJs from all over the world.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on April 18, 2015, 02:22:31 pm
Anyone score anything good for Record Store Day?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 18, 2015, 02:53:33 pm
Went to 'the attic' in Pittsburgh - got there about 6:30 am and the line was around the block.
Opened at 8 and everything was alphabetized around the store. Tons of everything, including 2 boxes of the White Stripes' "Get Behind Me Satan" - managed to score one of those, along with the Miles box, the live Sly, On-u sound dub plate, Swans 1st, Elvis acetate, Jaco WB years, Kozelek ac/dc covers, Bee Gees extended mixes and man am I sleepy...happy, though...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on April 18, 2015, 03:51:57 pm
There are a couple things I'd love to get my hands on but wasn't willing to camp out for. Sort of regretting it.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: stevewizzle on April 18, 2015, 08:25:48 pm
i picked up everything i wanted...

Diarrhea Planet / Those Darlins split
Frank OST
Built to Spill's new LP
Jurassic Park OST (not RSD release but fuck it)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on April 18, 2015, 11:09:37 pm
Social D self-titled
Stooges live
Getz/Gilberto 10"
Replacements 10"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 19, 2015, 08:22:14 pm
Social D self-titled
Stooges live
Getz/Gilberto 10"
Replacements 10"
damn, i forgot about that getz/gilberto - looks nice - what's on it?
i also picked up springsteen's nebraska - my favorite bruce.
great on a rainy sunday night.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 05, 2015, 11:51:25 am
some one set up a kickstarter for Hutch

(http://cdn4.pitchfork.com/news/59836/e7c5720b.jpg)
Luna have announced a box set compiling their five albums from the '90s called Luna: Long Players (92-99). In addition to the five reissued vinyl LPs, the box set will contain a sixth record, called Rarities, that compiles demos and B-sides. The box set will come in late fall/early winter via Captured Tracks.



The box set also features a 12x12 book with an interview with Dean Wareham conducted by director Noah Baumbach. Wareham and Baumbach have worked together in the past, with Wareham providing music for Baumbach's 2005 film The Squid and the Whale, and acting in 2013's Frances Ha.

Dean Wareham formed Luna in 1992 following the breakup of his former band, Galaxie 500. Luna broke up in 2004, but reunited late last year and went on a brief European tour. The band will continue the reunion tour with a new string of dates to accompany the box set.

Luna: Long Players (92-99) box set:

Lunapark (1992)
Bewitched (1994)
Penthouse (1995)
Pup Tent (1997)
The Days of Our Nights (1999)

Rarities:

01 Egg Nog (from Time 7", 1992)
02 Indian Summer (Beat Happening cover from Slide EP, 1993)
03 Ride Into the Sun (The Velvet Underground cover from Slide EP, 1993)
04 That's What You Always Say (The Dream Syndicate cover from Slide EP, 1993)
05 Anesthesia (pre-Elektra Records demo, 1991)
06 In the Flesh (Blondie cover from In the Flesh 7", 1997)
07 Bonnie and Clyde (Serge Gainsbourg cover, Penthouse bonus track)
08 I Know You Tried (unreleased demo from Bewitched sessions)
09 Roll in the Sand (from Outdoor Miner 7", 1996)
10 Dear Paulina (from Dear Paulina 7", 1999)

Luna:
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 19, 2015, 09:18:18 am
microscope view of a vinyl record playing in slow motion(http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/1301597575872246629.gif)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on June 19, 2015, 12:05:08 pm
Joe's in Silver Spring relocating.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on June 19, 2015, 01:19:33 pm
Funny how they might move back to Plaza del Mercado, which is where I first shopped them. Maybe Bobby Rencher could work for them again.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on June 19, 2015, 07:42:39 pm
some one set up a kickstarter for Hutch

(http://cdn4.pitchfork.com/news/59836/e7c5720b.jpg)
Luna have announced a box set compiling their five albums from the '90s called Luna: Long Players (92-99). In addition to the five reissued vinyl LPs, the box set will contain a sixth record, called Rarities, that compiles demos and B-sides. The box set will come in late fall/early winter via Captured Tracks.



The box set also features a 12x12 book with an interview with Dean Wareham conducted by director Noah Baumbach. Wareham and Baumbach have worked together in the past, with Wareham providing music for Baumbach's 2005 film The Squid and the Whale, and acting in 2013's Frances Ha.

Dean Wareham formed Luna in 1992 following the breakup of his former band, Galaxie 500. Luna broke up in 2004, but reunited late last year and went on a brief European tour. The band will continue the reunion tour with a new string of dates to accompany the box set.

Luna: Long Players (92-99) box set:

Lunapark (1992)
Bewitched (1994)
Penthouse (1995)
Pup Tent (1997)
The Days of Our Nights (1999)

Rarities:

01 Egg Nog (from Time 7", 1992)
02 Indian Summer (Beat Happening cover from Slide EP, 1993)
03 Ride Into the Sun (The Velvet Underground cover from Slide EP, 1993)
04 That's What You Always Say (The Dream Syndicate cover from Slide EP, 1993)
05 Anesthesia (pre-Elektra Records demo, 1991)
06 In the Flesh (Blondie cover from In the Flesh 7", 1997)
07 Bonnie and Clyde (Serge Gainsbourg cover, Penthouse bonus track)
08 I Know You Tried (unreleased demo from Bewitched sessions)
09 Roll in the Sand (from Outdoor Miner 7", 1996)
10 Dear Paulina (from Dear Paulina 7", 1999)

Luna:


lovely...i already have penthouse , pup tent and bewitched (test pressing)....

much as i love luna i can't see myself springing for this..its going to be way pricey....and just sit on a shelf.. moreover, i predict a few months later they'll reissue the individual titles..penthouse, which is the one people really want, for sure....

romantica and rendezvous have way grown on me...i don't consider the first one luna..

i know what they think..that i'll break down and get it for the rarities disc but i think they are wrong..

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on June 20, 2015, 08:30:31 am
Funny how they might move back to Plaza del Mercado, which is where I first shopped them. Maybe Bobby Rencher could work for them again.

Seriously? That would be great.

Was where I first shopped them as well. Was Bobby the one who opened Phantasmagoria?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on June 20, 2015, 10:45:14 am
Funny how they might move back to Plaza del Mercado, which is where I first shopped them. Maybe Bobby Rencher could work for them again.

Seriously? That would be great.

Was where I first shopped them as well. Was Bobby the one who opened Phantasmagoria?

is this the Bobby from Smash? or a different Bobby?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: RatBastard on June 21, 2015, 11:22:59 pm
Hutch I never did locate those LPs for you but I do have one you can have.  It is from a band named American Aquarium.  It's a signed test pressing of their latest release that they gave to people who donated at the higher levels in their crowd funding effort.  If you would like to have this let me know and we can make arrangements to get it to you.  I'd prefer it go to someone who is into vinyl such as you.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 07, 2015, 02:14:27 pm
(https://hackadaycom.files.wordpress.com/2012/05/zeppelin.jpg?w=800)
^notice title -> watch and listen (https://youtu.be/OPQPNj8NbBA)

Compose And Create Your Own 3D-Printed Fisher Price Record  (http://thecreatorsproject.vice.com/en_uk/blog/compose-and-create-your-own-3d-printed-fisher-price-record-instructables-how-to)

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on July 16, 2015, 01:45:11 pm
best buy vinyl sale.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/promo/vinyl-sale-141681

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on July 16, 2015, 02:09:42 pm
best buy vinyl sale.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/promo/vinyl-sale-141681


Thanks, buying a few things off this now.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on July 28, 2015, 06:02:45 pm
pretty amazing minor threat collection:
https://seekingthesimple.wordpress.com/vinyl/minor-threat/

although buying the same thing over and over again seems a bit silly even to this hoarder/collector

I just got the minor threat dischord 12 lp with the red cover and poster....finally... I've had the cd of complete discography but this is one I wanted to have

I used to think Ian MacKaye would never sign stuff but at blue groove soundz record store the owner got him to sign something he's since put on the wall...can't remember what

only recently did I realize that was ian's brother with the head slouched on his arms on the cover...

recorded in Arlington by people who lived in Arlington and purchased by a person who lives in Arlington at Arlington's only record store....nearly 35 years later..

of course its the 7" everyone wants...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on July 28, 2015, 07:21:39 pm
Hadn't known before that some early Dischord was also labeled Limp, but considering it was Skip Groff's label and he mentored Dischord it makes sense.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on July 29, 2015, 10:12:37 am
My latest acquisition:

(https://s3.amazonaws.com/img.deadformat.net/release/l/7386_13632742133329.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on July 29, 2015, 11:21:51 am
Have We Reached Peak Vinyl? (http://www.stereogum.com/featured/have-we-reached-peak-vinyl/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 30, 2015, 01:45:59 pm
A Record Store that Only Stocks the White Album (http://hyperallergic.com/65570/we-sell-white-albums/)
(http://hyperallergic.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/whitealbums2.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on July 30, 2015, 02:31:10 pm
That's stupid. Revolver is a much better record.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 30, 2015, 02:52:12 pm
That's stupid. Revolver is a much better record.
gun shops are everywhere
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on July 30, 2015, 06:29:40 pm
I know the d.c. record fair is on august 9th, but this may be worth checking out in lancaster...
http://www.recordcollectors.org/
picked up a flyer for this at the arbutus show a few months back.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: RatBastard on August 04, 2015, 06:08:22 pm
Hutch would you want a very nice grade copy of this?

http://www.discogs.com/Mamas-The-Papas-20-Greatest-Hits/release/1352223

Id give this copy between an 8 and 9 out of 10.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on August 09, 2015, 07:41:55 pm
Sorry if this question is a repeat but where do you all go to read about the sound quality of vinyl reissues?  Apparently there are labels to avoid and labels to follow....versions to buy and versions to avoid.

Any ideas?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on August 09, 2015, 09:20:22 pm
Sorry if this question is a repeat but where do you all go to read about the sound quality of vinyl reissues?  Apparently there are labels to avoid and labels to follow....versions to buy and versions to avoid.

Any ideas?
avoid 4 men with beards - unfortunately the only way to get pre-retirement 70's era miles davis and the 1st 4 scott walker lps.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on August 10, 2015, 10:21:34 am
Thanks - funny you mentioned that. Question is a result of a conversation I had last week with a guy at Ka-Chunk in Annapolis. Pretty sure he mentioned that label.

I then went home and popped on a Melvins reissue and was initially underwhelmed by the sound.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 08, 2015, 12:08:55 pm
tortilla record (http://boingboing.net/2015/07/07/tortilla-laser-etched-into-a-r.html)

(http://www.incrediblethings.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/tortilla-record.jpg)

Enjoy the edible lo-fi sounds of "Jarabe Tapatío," aka "The Mexican Hat Dance."


Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on December 08, 2015, 12:12:57 pm
After years of having makeshift areas for my record player, I finally pulled the trigger on this. Definitely a bit pricey, but I think it will finally resolve my ongoing record player location issues.

http://www.linephono.com

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on December 08, 2015, 12:14:25 pm
After years of having makeshift areas for my record player, I finally pulled the trigger on this. Definitely a bit pricey, but I think it will finally resolve my ongoing record player location issues.

http://www.linephono.com


That is pretty badass. I'm definitely fighting off an urge to impulse buy this.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on December 08, 2015, 12:16:17 pm
After years of having makeshift areas for my record player, I finally pulled the trigger on this. Definitely a bit pricey, but I think it will finally resolve my ongoing record player location issues.

http://www.linephono.com


That is pretty badass. I'm definitely fighting off an urge to impulse buy this.

Yeah...I followed the kickstarter for weeks/months and finally pledged and got a small discount.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 08, 2015, 12:18:53 pm
After years of having makeshift areas for my record player, I finally pulled the trigger on this. Definitely a bit pricey, but I think it will finally resolve my ongoing record player location issues.

http://www.linephono.com


Yeah at $400 it is, but it is pretty slick and the way it should be done (isolating the turntable from speakers and things that go thump in the night)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Relaxer on December 08, 2015, 12:20:34 pm
What am I missing with this thing when I think "Wait, can't you just get something for $50 at IKEA that does the exact same thing?"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on December 08, 2015, 12:23:16 pm
After years of having makeshift areas for my record player, I finally pulled the trigger on this. Definitely a bit pricey, but I think it will finally resolve my ongoing record player location issues.

http://www.linephono.com


That is pretty badass. I'm definitely fighting off an urge to impulse buy this.

Yeah...I followed the kickstarter for weeks/months and finally pledged and got a small discount.
If it was $300, I would have already ordered it. That last $100 is making me think about this for 24 hours first haha.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on December 08, 2015, 12:31:10 pm
What am I missing with this thing when I think "Wait, can't you just get something for $50 at IKEA that does the exact same thing?"

Should you be logged into the James Ford account?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 13, 2015, 09:23:07 pm
So any opinion from the platter enthusiasts on the board of this rig (http://uturnaudio.com/)
$400 for a proper build is not too bad

(http://static1.squarespace.com/static/519fa948e4b0db707ac0b5eb/t/565dfa84e4b020c39c932845/1448999558718/?format=1000w)

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on December 15, 2015, 12:18:55 am
I apologize if this has been posted in here before.
http://www.slate.com/blogs/behold/2014/06/18/eilon_paz_photographs_record_collectors_in_his_book_dust_grooves_adventures.html

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on December 15, 2015, 12:51:41 am
So any opinion from the platter enthusiasts on the board of this rig (http://uturnaudio.com/)
$400 for a proper build is not too bad

(http://static1.squarespace.com/static/519fa948e4b0db707ac0b5eb/t/565dfa84e4b020c39c932845/1448999558718/?format=1000w)



i'm happy with my rig..

oh.. btw thanks.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 15, 2015, 10:18:48 am


i'm happy with my rig..

oh.. btw thanks.
wonder how many revolutions since 2004?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on December 16, 2015, 07:09:02 pm
http://www.laweekly.com/music/why-ive-fallen-out-of-love-with-shopping-for-vinyl-6378229
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on December 16, 2015, 08:34:24 pm
http://www.laweekly.com/music/why-ive-fallen-out-of-love-with-shopping-for-vinyl-6378229


a lot of truth to that.. a lot of baloney....

it certainly has gotten harder and we all miss how things were 10 years ago when people laughed at the idiocy of buying vinyl...as we bought all the vinyl we could find..

now things have flipped entirely.. the deals are in CD.. amazing buys in CDs... vinyl has gotten a lot harder..
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on December 28, 2015, 01:10:46 pm
I bet this guy is a hoot at parties. (https://youtu.be/HnxexlHRY2E)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on December 28, 2015, 01:21:44 pm
I bet this guy is a hoot at parties. (https://youtu.be/HnxexlHRY2E)
Clicked on it, saw that turtleneck/blazer combo. I clicked that tab closed before he'd even started talking and I already knew I had seen enough to agree with you without any reservations.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on December 28, 2015, 02:43:47 pm
stopped by the Arlington cd cellar yesterday.. boy I am bummed it is closing...

I picked up Joy Division's UK Factory LP with textured cover... I'd have to say its one of my 100 favorite records.. I never pass up a copy..
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 05, 2016, 10:48:05 am
Record Collector in Poor Condition Scores VG++ Girlfriend (http://thehardtimes.net/2015/07/20/record-collector-poor-condition-scores-vg-girlfriend/)

?It?s been an upgrade, I mean my last girlfriend had gaudy writing of her name tattooed above her chest, and a single hole punched into her ear where there had been a plug. She was good, G+ at best?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on January 07, 2016, 06:10:45 pm
for those into bob pollard/guided by voices/boston spaceships rockathon records is having a blowout sale... $8 lps...plus shipping
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on January 07, 2016, 11:25:43 pm
for those into bob pollard/guided by voices/boston spaceships rockathon records is having a blowout sale... $8 lps...plus shipping
Thanks for heads up. Grabbing some of those GBV vinyls.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on January 08, 2016, 01:39:47 am
New Technics turntable... Not cheap.
http://www.mixmag.net/read/the-new-technics-turntable-will-reportedly-set-you-back-4000-news
Quote
Panasonic claim it will be worth it, with new features including a coreless motor that eliminates vibrations that troubled the older version and high-precision rotary positioning sensors that reduce interference. We'll find out when they are released this coming summer.
I ofttimes wish that I had never sold my 1200s.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on January 08, 2016, 09:24:21 am
New Technics turntable... Not cheap.
http://www.mixmag.net/read/the-new-technics-turntable-will-reportedly-set-you-back-4000-news
Quote
Panasonic claim it will be worth it, with new features including a coreless motor that eliminates vibrations that troubled the older version and high-precision rotary positioning sensors that reduce interference. We'll find out when they are released this coming summer.
I ofttimes wish that I had never sold my 1200s.

That's supposed to be a special edition while a mass-produced version will come out later, price unknown.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on January 08, 2016, 12:41:30 pm
Thats good news. I've been looking to get an AT turntable but will wait to see the price point on those first.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on January 08, 2016, 01:40:57 pm
I acquired this to play through the Amazon Echo.

(http://www.ionaudio.com/images/sized/images/products/[iT55]AirLP_Angle_1200x750-580x363.jpg)

http://www.ionaudio.com/products/details/airlp

Works well so far...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 08, 2016, 01:48:59 pm
why send my kids to college when I can have this (https://walkeraudio.com/proscenium-black-diamond-contd/)
(http://img-2.gizmag.com/Pro01.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&h=670&q=60&w=930&s=dac5d67bcdb87f9373254371b84a5f96)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on January 08, 2016, 01:51:02 pm
That's supposed to be a special edition while a mass-produced version will come out later, price unknown.
I did not mean to imply that it was their only upcoming product.   
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 15, 2016, 10:56:54 am
The Vinyl Deception (http://newrisingmedia.com/all/the-vinyl-deception-records-are-not-as-big-as-you-think): Records are not as big as you think: Vinyl has risen from the dead over the last nine years, under the guise of superior audio quality and the full package of liner notes. ...

 I believe we?re giving records a lot more credit than they?re due. The reason: they are never played.


The Vinyl Revival is sucking the life and fun out of music collecting.
The upcoming younger audience of vinyl customers do not buy them to listen to. Vinyl falls into human's psychological urge to collect things
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on January 15, 2016, 03:28:16 pm
It actually hasn't even started yet....

 HBO's 'Vinyl' Series Soundtrack to Feature Otis Redding, Sturgill Simpson, David Johansen & Others: Exclusive

Two days before Vinyl, the highly anticipated new HBO series from executive producers Martin Scorsese, Mick Jagger and Terence Winter bows on Feb. 14, Atlantic Records and Warner Bros. Records will release Vinyl: Music From the HBO Original Series - Volume 1 and the music will keep coming weekly throughout the show?s 10-episode run.

Following Volume 1?s physical and digital release, each Friday, Atlantic and Warner Bros. will digitally release an EP with music featured in and inspired by the upcoming Sunday?s episode. Then the Friday prior to the season finale, a second physical and digital soundtrack will come out.

(http://www.billboard.com/files/media/Vinyl-Artwork.jpeg)

"Vinyl: Music From the HBO Original Series- Volume 1" track listing

1. Ty Taylor - The World Is Yours
2. David Johansen - Personality Crisis
3. Kaleo - No Good
4. Sturgill Simpson - Sugar Daddy (Theme from Vinyl)
5. Ruth Brown - Mama He Treats Your Daughter Mean
6. Otis Redding - Mr. Pitiful
7. Dee Dee Warwick - Suspicious Minds
8. Mott the Hoople - All The Way From Memphis
9. David Johansen - Stranded In The Jungle
10. Chris Kenner - I Like It Like That
11. Ty Taylor - Cha Cha Twist
12. The Jimmy Castor Bunch - It?s Just Begun
13. Soda Machine - Want Ads
14. The Meters - Hand Clapping Song
15. Soda Machine ? Slippin? Into Darkness
16. Edgar Winter - Frankenstein
17. Nasty Bits - Rotten Apple
18. Foghat - I Just Want To Make Love To You
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 15, 2016, 03:55:37 pm
I'm really looking forward to this series and glad I currently have HBO
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on January 19, 2016, 10:11:25 pm
Who needs vinyl when you can get  singles on cardboard!  I remember when records use to come on cereal boxes... then again i'm old as dirt..

(http://www.rhino.com/sites/default/files/startyourear/images/product-shots/the-monkees-cereal-500x500.jpg)


CEREAL BOX SINGLESThe Monkees
Four limited edition "Cereal Box" cardboard records
Track list:
"Last Train to Clarksville"
"Words" previously unreleased TV mix
"I Never Thought It Peculiar" previously unreleased TV mix
"Valleri" previously unreleased TV mix

http://www.rhino.com/syeor

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on January 19, 2016, 10:16:45 pm
i had one by the banana splits. man, did that sound like crap.
however, i did enjoy the cereal.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 29, 2016, 01:15:05 pm
Hutch...ya got this one??
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xfl1/v/t1.0-9/12644681_10208275627635759_4858426133988401334_n.jpg?oh=e3f3448c37ddebfb5afba6470060fbfc&oe=5739CB94)

with guitar work by future Spinal Tap member Nigel Tufnel !
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: analogfossa on January 29, 2016, 02:50:39 pm
It actually hasn't even started yet....

 HBO's 'Vinyl' Series Soundtrack to Feature Otis Redding, Sturgill Simpson, David Johansen & Others: Exclusive

Two days before Vinyl, the highly anticipated new HBO series from executive producers Martin Scorsese, Mick Jagger and Terence Winter bows on Feb. 14, Atlantic Records and Warner Bros. Records will release Vinyl: Music From the HBO Original Series - Volume 1 and the music will keep coming weekly throughout the show?s 10-episode run.

Following Volume 1?s physical and digital release, each Friday, Atlantic and Warner Bros. will digitally release an EP with music featured in and inspired by the upcoming Sunday?s episode. Then the Friday prior to the season finale, a second physical and digital soundtrack will come out.

(http://www.billboard.com/files/media/Vinyl-Artwork.jpeg)

"Vinyl: Music From the HBO Original Series- Volume 1" track listing

1. Ty Taylor - The World Is Yours
2. David Johansen - Personality Crisis
3. Kaleo - No Good
4. Sturgill Simpson - Sugar Daddy (Theme from Vinyl)
5. Ruth Brown - Mama He Treats Your Daughter Mean
6. Otis Redding - Mr. Pitiful
7. Dee Dee Warwick - Suspicious Minds
8. Mott the Hoople - All The Way From Memphis
9. David Johansen - Stranded In The Jungle
10. Chris Kenner - I Like It Like That
11. Ty Taylor - Cha Cha Twist
12. The Jimmy Castor Bunch - It?s Just Begun
13. Soda Machine - Want Ads
14. The Meters - Hand Clapping Song
15. Soda Machine ? Slippin? Into Darkness
16. Edgar Winter - Frankenstein
17. Nasty Bits - Rotten Apple
18. Foghat - I Just Want To Make Love To You
The band, Beach Fossils, will play a fictional "proto-punk" group from the 70's on the show. That's the band there in his sunglasses reflection.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on January 29, 2016, 04:05:28 pm
The Vinyl Deception (http://newrisingmedia.com/all/the-vinyl-deception-records-are-not-as-big-as-you-think): Records are not as big as you think: Vinyl has risen from the dead over the last nine years, under the guise of superior audio quality and the full package of liner notes. ...

 I believe we?re giving records a lot more credit than they?re due. The reason: they are never played.


The Vinyl Revival is sucking the life and fun out of music collecting.
The upcoming younger audience of vinyl customers do not buy them to listen to. Vinyl falls into human's psychological urge to collect things
I readily admit I buy vinyl for the tangible quality, graphic design and artwork at its best. But man do not get me started on the fucking stupid hipster cunts who, when asked why vinyl, their response is "It just sounds warmer." Seriously, what the fuck does that mean? You realize that:
A) vinyl degrades with every play
B) the so called "warmth" is just the snap crackle and pop of dust and scratches. "Warmth" generally is interpreted to mean the analog qualities of a recording, but hipsters rarely know that
C) if you know anything about the science of sound and the whole analog vs. digital loudness war debate, you'll realize that the digital remaster you're listening to on vinyl is an oxymoron
D) analog recordings have barely existed since the 90's when recording studios went digital. The only people I know that still use tape are Steve Albini and Dave Grohl, though I'm sure there are others.
E) and now these hipsters are trying to bring back cassettes? seriously? the worst possible vehicle for sound reproduction. The only thing worse would be one of these 

(http://tiggywinkle.8m.com/images/FPrecord/fp_record_player_and_records.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: walk,on,by on January 29, 2016, 04:13:27 pm
there, you are.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: analogfossa on January 29, 2016, 04:20:33 pm
The Vinyl Deception (http://newrisingmedia.com/all/the-vinyl-deception-records-are-not-as-big-as-you-think): Records are not as big as you think: Vinyl has risen from the dead over the last nine years, under the guise of superior audio quality and the full package of liner notes. ...

 I believe we?re giving records a lot more credit than they?re due. The reason: they are never played.


The Vinyl Revival is sucking the life and fun out of music collecting.
The upcoming younger audience of vinyl customers do not buy them to listen to. Vinyl falls into human's psychological urge to collect things
I readily admit I buy vinyl for the tangible quality, graphic design and artwork at its best. But man do not get me started on the fucking stupid hipster cunts who, when asked why vinyl, their response is "It just sounds warmer." Seriously, what the fuck does that mean? You realize that:
A) vinyl degrades with every play
B) the so called "warmth" is just the snap crackle and pop of dust and scratches. "Warmth" generally is interpreted to mean the analog qualities of a recording, but hipsters rarely know that
C) if you know anything about the science of sound and the whole analog vs. digital loudness war debate, you'll realize that the digital remaster you're listening to on vinyl is an oxymoron
D) analog recordings have barely existed since the 90's when recording studios went digital. The only people I know that still use tape are Steve Albini and Dave Grohl, though I'm sure there are others.
E) and now these hipsters are trying to bring back cassettes? seriously? the worst possible vehicle for sound reproduction. The only thing worse would be one of these 

(http://tiggywinkle.8m.com/images/FPrecord/fp_record_player_and_records.jpg)
http://www.tinytelephone.com/
Actually quite a few sessions have been recorded to analog tape.
some clients
Beulah
Bob Mould
Cody Chesnutt
Death Cab for Cutie
Deerhoof
The Dodos
Explosions In The Sky
Geographer
Hauschka
Hot Buttered Rum
Into It. Over It.
John Doe
Jolie Holland
Kronos Quartet
Magik*Magik Orchestra
Magnetic Fields
Mark Kozelek / Sun Kil Moon
Mates Of State
Matt Nathanson
Mike Krol
Mike Watt
Mirah
The Mountain Goats
Nada Surf
Okkervil River
Om
Ra Ra Riot
Recess Monkey
Rogue Wave
Samantha Crain
Sleater-Kinney
Sleepytime Gorilla Museum
Sophie Hunger
Spoon
Telekinesis
Thao Nguyen
The Thermals
Trans Am
Travis Morrison
tUnE-yArDs
Two Gallants
Yann Tiersen
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on January 29, 2016, 04:35:03 pm


Actually quite a few sessions have been recorded to analog tape.
some clients
Beulah
Bob Mould
Cody Chesnutt
Death Cab for Cutie
Deerhoof
The Dodos
Explosions In The Sky
Geographer
Hauschka
Hot Buttered Rum
Into It. Over It.
John Doe
Jolie Holland
Kronos Quartet
Magik*Magik Orchestra
Magnetic Fields
Mark Kozelek / Sun Kil Moon
Mates Of State
Matt Nathanson
Mike Krol
Mike Watt
Mirah
The Mountain Goats
Nada Surf
Okkervil River
Om
Ra Ra Riot
Recess Monkey
Rogue Wave
Samantha Crain
Sleater-Kinney
Sleepytime Gorilla Museum
Sophie Hunger
Spoon
Telekinesis
Thao Nguyen
The Thermals
Trans Am
Travis Morrison
tUnE-yArDs
Two Gallants
Yann Tiersen
Good to know, and I'm not necessarily surprised. I just don't really keep up on that. I'm personally OK with either format, they both have their advantages and disadvantages

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on January 29, 2016, 04:42:35 pm
Advantages! Advantages! (https://youtu.be/nRSYU4YSISA)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: analogfossa on January 29, 2016, 04:47:52 pm


Actually quite a few sessions have been recorded to analog tape.
some clients
Beulah
Bob Mould
Cody Chesnutt
Death Cab for Cutie
Deerhoof
The Dodos
Explosions In The Sky
Geographer
Hauschka
Hot Buttered Rum
Into It. Over It.
John Doe
Jolie Holland
Kronos Quartet
Magik*Magik Orchestra
Magnetic Fields
Mark Kozelek / Sun Kil Moon
Mates Of State
Matt Nathanson
Mike Krol
Mike Watt
Mirah
The Mountain Goats
Nada Surf
Okkervil River
Om
Ra Ra Riot
Recess Monkey
Rogue Wave
Samantha Crain
Sleater-Kinney
Sleepytime Gorilla Museum
Sophie Hunger
Spoon
Telekinesis
Thao Nguyen
The Thermals
Trans Am
Travis Morrison
tUnE-yArDs
Two Gallants
Yann Tiersen
Good to know, and I'm not necessarily surprised. I just don't really keep up on that. I'm personally OK with either format, they both have their advantages and disadvantages


Agreed!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on January 29, 2016, 05:01:49 pm
The Vinyl Deception (http://newrisingmedia.com/all/the-vinyl-deception-records-are-not-as-big-as-you-think): Records are not as big as you think: Vinyl has risen from the dead over the last nine years, under the guise of superior audio quality and the full package of liner notes. ...

 I believe we?re giving records a lot more credit than they?re due. The reason: they are never played.


The Vinyl Revival is sucking the life and fun out of music collecting.
The upcoming younger audience of vinyl customers do not buy them to listen to. Vinyl falls into human's psychological urge to collect things
I readily admit I buy vinyl for the tangible quality, graphic design and artwork at its best. But man do not get me started on the fucking stupid hipster cunts who, when asked why vinyl, their response is "It just sounds warmer." Seriously, what the fuck does that mean? You realize that:
A) vinyl degrades with every play
B) the so called "warmth" is just the snap crackle and pop of dust and scratches. "Warmth" generally is interpreted to mean the analog qualities of a recording, but hipsters rarely know that
C) if you know anything about the science of sound and the whole analog vs. digital loudness war debate, you'll realize that the digital remaster you're listening to on vinyl is an oxymoron
D) analog recordings have barely existed since the 90's when recording studios went digital. The only people I know that still use tape are Steve Albini and Dave Grohl, though I'm sure there are others.
E) and now these hipsters are trying to bring back cassettes? seriously? the worst possible vehicle for sound reproduction. The only thing worse would be one of these 

(http://tiggywinkle.8m.com/images/FPrecord/fp_record_player_and_records.jpg)

for someone that just showed up last week you really seem to think you have all the answers..so wrong so much though..

 the vinyl degrades with every play bit is not true...I have records from the 1950s that sound fabulous even if they have been played... if I play a record today and then again tomorrow I don't notice any difference.. as long as I take care of my records, play it with a decent needle etc.. why should it degrade?

and even digital recordings often sound better on vinyl...in addition, a ton of new digital recordings have different masterings for vinyl than cd.. masterings that aren't ear bleeders or brickwalled as bad.. it makes a big difference

and how would you know people buy vinyl simply to collect it and not listen to it?

a ton of the vinyl people listen to is from when vinyl was analog and the cd counterparts- from when they were "digitalized" - sound pretty horrible in relative terms..

earlier today I went to a record store and picked up 14 slabs of vinyl for $20.. not one of them is from a digital source...

if you go to the record fair this weekend - I can't make it- you will notice 99% of the vinyl purchased is from analog tape.

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: walk,on,by on January 29, 2016, 05:07:24 pm
new to the board . . . thinks they knows everything . . . posts intelligent things meant to piss off people.  hmmmm,mmmm.

by the way, look at this thread, blowing the f up.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on January 29, 2016, 05:19:23 pm


for someone that just showed up last week you really seem to think you have all the answers..so wrong so much though..

 the vinyl degrades with every play bit is not true...I have records from the 1950s that sound fabulous even if they have been played... if I play a record today and then again tomorrow I don't notice any difference.. as long as I take care of my records, play it with a decent needle etc.. why should it degrade?

and even digital recordings often sound better on vinyl...in addition, a ton of new digital recordings have different masterings for vinyl than cd.. masterings that aren't ear bleeders or brickwalled as bad.. it makes a big difference

and how would you know people buy vinyl simply to collect it and not listen to it?

a ton of the vinyl people listen to is from when vinyl was analog and the cd counterparts- from when they were "digitalized" - sound pretty horrible in relative terms..

earlier today I went to a record store and picked up 14 slabs of vinyl for $20.. not one of them is from a digital source...

if you go to the record fair this weekend - I can't make it- you will notice 99% of the vinyl purchased is from analog tape.


My intention was never to appear I had all the answers. Your response was educational and if I ever sound uneducated I am more than happy for someone to call me out on it, however data to back it up is suggested. (hence my rant about hipsters claiming vinyl sounds better without science to back it up) That being said I am curious...

Regarding vinyl degradation... most styli are made of either a metal or stone material. Vinyl is in fact fairly delicate. I would think metal/stone rubbing against vinyl would degrade it, regardless of how well you take care of it.

my rant really was geared toward things like this https://jgtwo.wordpress.com/2011/10/07/the-guy-who-remastered-nevermind-doesnt-care-if-you-think-its-too-loud/ (https://jgtwo.wordpress.com/2011/10/07/the-guy-who-remastered-nevermind-doesnt-care-if-you-think-its-too-loud/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on January 29, 2016, 05:20:17 pm
Vinyl is for my grandfather.

But that TV show is for Smackie...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on January 29, 2016, 05:34:11 pm
there is a "hipness" and "smugness" aspect to vinyl that seems bizzarro but I wouldn't throw the baby out with the bathwater...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 29, 2016, 05:36:57 pm
there, you are.
Right...was just about to say something  like
Bob was posting like a storm and then went dark
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 29, 2016, 05:39:59 pm

by the way, look at this thread, blowing the f up.
and to we have lenny and squiggy to thank for that!


oh and watch how you talk about those fisher price turntables
apparently I just learned that Hutch has son who specialized in mixing a mash-up of London Bridge is Falling Down and The Farmer in the Dell on two of those bad boys
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: walk,on,by on January 29, 2016, 05:40:32 pm
I saw that.  and I somehow, want to hear it.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on January 29, 2016, 05:43:33 pm
there, you are.
Right...was just about to say something  like
Bob was posting like a storm and then went dark
well I'm trying not to cause TOO much trouble. I believe this is what millennials call a "FAIL"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 29, 2016, 05:44:42 pm
there, you are.
Right...was just about to say something  like
Bob was posting like a storm and then went dark
well I'm trying not to cause TOO much trouble. I believe this is what millennials call a "FAIL"
good your old too...can't have too many whipersnapers around here mucking up the place
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: walk,on,by on January 29, 2016, 05:46:01 pm
im pretty sure, causing trouble, gives mil·len·nials a major hard on.  like, vinyl.

sidehatch, said your instead of you're.  I don't care, but talk about being old.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on January 29, 2016, 05:47:06 pm
who is bob.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: analogfossa on January 29, 2016, 05:47:12 pm
im pretty sure, causing trouble, gives mil·len·nials a major hard on.  like, vinyl.

sidehatch, said your instead of you're.  I don't care, but talk about being old.
We prefer Gen-Y
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on January 29, 2016, 05:47:36 pm
im pretty sure, causing trouble, gives mil·len·nials a major hard on.  like, vinyl.

sidehatch, said your instead of you're.  I don't care, but talk about being old.

sidehatch's grammar is on par with his .gif posts.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: walk,on,by on January 29, 2016, 05:50:10 pm
gurrl.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on January 29, 2016, 05:51:11 pm
im pretty sure, causing trouble, gives mil·len·nials a major hard on.  like, vinyl.

sidehatch, said your instead of you're.  I don't care, but talk about being old.

sidehatch's grammar is on par with his .gif posts.
OMG DON"T GE ME STARTED ON GRAMMAR!

back in my day...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: walk,on,by on January 29, 2016, 05:51:14 pm
who is bob.

the new, and improved, member of the forum.  some think, he is a returning guest, which would be awesome. some, think, he's a gangster of love.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on January 29, 2016, 05:56:41 pm
who is bob.

some, think, he's a gangster of love.
man, I wish
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 29, 2016, 07:04:40 pm
im pretty sure, causing trouble, gives mil·len·nials a major hard on.  like, vinyl.

sidehatch, said your instead of you're.  I don't care, but talk about being old.

sidehatch's grammar is on par with his .gif posts.
oh go stick your dreds up your arsehole
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 10, 2016, 03:46:28 pm
https://www.newburycomics.com/products/sugar-copper_blue_-_beaster_exclusive_2_lp?variant=14880124934

Sugar -- Copper Blue and Beaster double vinyl, 750 copies. Looks cool.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 10, 2016, 04:56:39 pm
https://www.newburycomics.com/products/sugar-copper_blue_-_beaster_exclusive_2_lp?variant=14880124934

Sugar -- Copper Blue and Beaster double vinyl, 750 copies. Looks cool.


I saw that.. .I check Newbury a lot..

Reissues on colored vinyl do nothing for me.. ..unless its an item really hard to find otherwise...I don't get them.. but thats just me...I have the original Copper Blue pressing.. Beaster I don't have but I never liked it much anyways..
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 10, 2016, 07:08:30 pm
https://www.newburycomics.com/products/sugar-copper_blue_-_beaster_exclusive_2_lp?variant=14880124934

Sugar -- Copper Blue and Beaster double vinyl, 750 copies. Looks cool.


I saw that.. .I check Newbury a lot..

Reissues on colored vinyl do nothing for me.. ..unless its an item really hard to find otherwise...I don't get them.. but thats just me...I have the original Copper Blue pressing.. Beaster I don't have but I never liked it much anyways..

Blasphemy...Beaster shreds. Couldn't imagine someone not being blown away by Judas Cradle and JC Auto.

I never got it on vinyl and that's one that I'd like to add to my collection. I think it's actually a fair cost for both. I picked up a super cool red starburst Stooges "Fun House" LP from Newbury last year. Looks great, sounds even better.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on February 10, 2016, 07:17:02 pm
https://www.newburycomics.com/products/sugar-copper_blue_-_beaster_exclusive_2_lp?variant=14880124934

Sugar -- Copper Blue and Beaster double vinyl, 750 copies. Looks cool.
thanks  for the tip - looking forward to hearing /seeing /having it.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 10, 2016, 09:17:10 pm
https://www.newburycomics.com/products/sugar-copper_blue_-_beaster_exclusive_2_lp?variant=14880124934

Sugar -- Copper Blue and Beaster double vinyl, 750 copies. Looks cool.


I saw that.. .I check Newbury a lot..

Reissues on colored vinyl do nothing for me.. ..unless its an item really hard to find otherwise...I don't get them.. but thats just me...I have the original Copper Blue pressing.. Beaster I don't have but I never liked it much anyways..

Blasphemy...Beaster shreds. Couldn't imagine someone not being blown away by Judas Cradle and JC Auto.

I never got it on vinyl and that's one that I'd like to add to my collection. I think it's actually a fair cost for both. I picked up a super cool red starburst Stooges "Fun House" LP from Newbury last year. Looks great, sounds even better.

some pics will follow but i will say my favorite bob mould is the poppier one.. which is why i love copper blue so much.. songs like if i can't change your mind dug deep for me back in the day...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 11, 2016, 09:10:34 am
https://www.newburycomics.com/products/sugar-copper_blue_-_beaster_exclusive_2_lp?variant=14880124934

Sugar -- Copper Blue and Beaster double vinyl, 750 copies. Looks cool.


I saw that.. .I check Newbury a lot..

Reissues on colored vinyl do nothing for me.. ..unless its an item really hard to find otherwise...I don't get them.. but thats just me...I have the original Copper Blue pressing.. Beaster I don't have but I never liked it much anyways..

Blasphemy...Beaster shreds. Couldn't imagine someone not being blown away by Judas Cradle and JC Auto.

I never got it on vinyl and that's one that I'd like to add to my collection. I think it's actually a fair cost for both. I picked up a super cool red starburst Stooges "Fun House" LP from Newbury last year. Looks great, sounds even better.

some pics will follow but i will say my favorite bob mould is the poppier one.. which is why i love copper blue so much.. songs like if i can't change your mind dug deep for me back in the day...

I think Copper Blue is probably his most solid work in terms of songwriting, performance, AND production. It sounds great all around. I think Beaster came as a surprise when it came out because it definitely had a darker, more sinister vibe to it and it genuinely sounded like a madman with a guitar in his hand coming off the rails...and it was such a striking contrast to Copper Blue. It was kind of a Jekyll and Hyde kinda thing. Which makes me glad that both are reissued together.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on February 28, 2016, 02:19:52 am
saw a nice dj promo copy of lou reed "transformer" with big song timing sticker and rubber stamp from madison college radio for $20 at rtx in fairfax today.
thought about it later again, but you can't buy everything.
probably the only copy they received from rca.
how many times was that wotws played on the air?
call first before you drive over there on sunday, somebody.
wondering what else was in that box from the label.
dammit! regret! when will i ever learn?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Unsanity on February 28, 2016, 06:03:51 am
saw a nice dj promo copy of lou reed "transformer" with big song timing sticker and rubber stamp from madison college radio for $20 at rtx in fairfax today.
thought about it later again, but you can't buy everything.
probably the only copy they received from rca.
how many times was that wotws played on the air?
call first before you drive over there on sunday, somebody.
wondering what else was in that box from the label.
dammit! regret! when will i ever learn?

How were the dollar bins? I sometimes find great stuff in there. That place has its ups and downs for good second hand stuff.

I'd say a good 40% of my record collection is promo copies. Pretty much any obscure band I find is a promo copy. It is rare to find the really big name stuff in promo form, like Beatles, Led Zeppelin etc. I have a few really cool ones like a promo-mono White Light/White Heat.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 02, 2016, 11:39:53 am
talk about a find
Record store owner stumbles upon 100,000 sealed records in basement (http://www.thevinylfactory.com/vinyl-factory-news/100000-sealed-records-basement-find/)

that's gotta be one big basement

Spanning the classics from Prince and Bob Marley to The Ramones and Frank Zappa, the collection of 100,000 virgin discs was the entire inventory of a record store that closed its doors in 1984.
he bought the entire stock for close to $100,000.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 02, 2016, 11:48:55 am
saw a nice dj promo copy of lou reed "transformer" with big song timing sticker and rubber stamp from madison college radio for $20 at rtx in fairfax today.
thought about it later again, but you can't buy everything.
probably the only copy they received from rca.
how many times was that wotws played on the air?
call first before you drive over there on sunday, somebody.
wondering what else was in that box from the label.
dammit! regret! when will i ever learn?

How were the dollar bins? I sometimes find great stuff in there. That place has its ups and downs for good second hand stuff.

I'd say a good 40% of my record collection is promo copies. Pretty much any obscure band I find is a promo copy. It is rare to find the really big name stuff in promo form, like Beatles, Led Zeppelin etc. I have a few really cool ones like a promo-mono White Light/White Heat.

they had a great stretch last year but this year the cheap stuff seems to have become kind of crummy...i'm not sure why as its the same two dudes buying.. maybe i'm just not going on the right days...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on March 05, 2016, 08:12:35 pm
Record store day release - Green River "1984 Demos"

Looking forward to this one
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on March 05, 2016, 08:21:02 pm
Where did you see a list of RSD 2016 releases????
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on March 05, 2016, 08:55:39 pm
Where did you see a list of RSD 2016 releases????
the "official" list is out Tuesday? I think.

This info came by way of Greem River's FB page today
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on March 05, 2016, 09:05:32 pm
OK, just checking.  I follow it close enough to know the official list is not out yet, but thought you might have had a more official source than the ones I already saw. 
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on March 17, 2016, 10:54:12 am
so vinyl isn't dead, but every time i hear those scratches, pops, flutters and wows, i wish it was...

but maybe this is a reason to keep it alive:

Exclusive: Patents Filed for ?High Definition Vinyl? Technology
http://www.digitalmusicnews.com/2016/03/15/high-definition-vinyl-will-soon-become-a-reality/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on March 17, 2016, 11:01:33 am
https://youtu.be/Q_MQ3XQIoso

I love Traktor.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on March 17, 2016, 10:02:59 pm
From the owner of Crooked Beat

Quote
TO THE MANY CUSTOMERS AND FRIENDS OF CROOKED BEAT RECORDS:
Some of you have inquired about the future of Crooked Beat at our current location at 2116 18th Street in DC.
It is true that last year we worked out an agreement to stay in our current location for several more years. In the interim though, there have been issues with our building that have progressively gotten worse that I will not elaborate on. I work very long hours in this space and it has come to light that some of the existing problems are affecting my health. Therefore, out of concern for my health, I recently declined to sign a long-term extension of my lease, at least and until improvements are made to the building and conditions here are brought to a more satisfactory level. Nevertheless, even with efforts to remedy the problems with this old building, the attempted repairs have not been sufficient and the issues continue to persist. As a result, I am exploring options to leave this location and move to another space in the very near future.
First and foremost, I want to say that if possible, we would love to stay here in Adams Morgan or the surrounding area. Crooked Beat has been on 18th Street since 2004 and we really do love being here. We have hundreds of loyal customers who been coming to us for many years, including a large number of people who have been patrons of Crooked Beat for well over a decade. We even have some customers who have had a routine of coming in almost every Saturday and then heading over to Amsterdam Falafel Eatery further up on 18th Street. The reason I mention this is because Crooked Beat and Amsterdam Falafel both came to 18th Street and opened here around the same time in 2004.
So, the upshot is that it is our goal to stay in this part of DC if at all possible. However, we are well aware of the higher rents in the District that are now making it very challenging and difficult for ?Mom and Pop? businesses to exist in many parts of this city. As such, we are also exploring the possibility of relocating to H Street in NE DC, or even Arlington or Alexandria in Virginia. Also, we would appreciate any input from you regarding potential landing spots for Crooked Beat so if someone knows of any available locations suitable for a record shop such as this, please feel free to e-mail me.
Thank you all for the many years of loyal patronage and
hopefully there will be many more to come!
- Bill Daly
Crooked Beat Records
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 17, 2016, 10:10:58 pm
I know Bill lives near me cause he's always mailing records at my local post office!

I used to go to Crooked Beat... I stopped going there many many years ago...

It would suck to work in a building that was giving you health issues if you had worked there for over a decade...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on March 18, 2016, 06:35:26 pm
I miss Yoshitoshi.  It was my favorite record store and closed only a year after I started going.  I imagine the rent was expensive in Georgetown.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on March 18, 2016, 09:50:58 pm
I miss Yoshitoshi.  It was my favorite record store and closed only a year after I started going.  I imagine the rent was expensive in Georgetown.
i forgot about that place - so cool - up some narrow stairs - japanese toys and mags and stuff, too.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on March 18, 2016, 09:58:37 pm
From the owner of Crooked Beat

crap - bill is one of the nicest guys in the biz - i worked in a toxic building for many years - took me 2 years to feel alright.  cd cellar's old space in clarendon is too pricy. other spots in arlington sound promising.  some amazing spots in old town warrenton, but who's gonna come out there?  erm, me.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on March 19, 2016, 08:11:13 am
From the owner of Crooked Beat

crap - bill is one of the nicest guys in the biz - i worked in a toxic building for many years - took me 2 years to feel alright.  cd cellar's old space in clarendon is too pricy. other spots in arlington sound promising.  some amazing spots in old town warrenton, but who's gonna come out there?  erm, me.

Joe's in silver spring is/was the best record store in the area imo.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on March 19, 2016, 09:40:13 am
Any word on when Joe's opens their new location? I hope they survive there....it's an odd choice.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on March 19, 2016, 08:32:16 pm
Last time I went by they were hoping for this weekend. But who knows.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 03, 2016, 11:41:28 am
not really feeling the new cd cellar. lacks vibe.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 03, 2016, 12:45:54 pm
not really feeling the new cd cellar. lacks vibe.

you know.. you're right...not sure why it has no vibe.... its just a boring rectangle.. i don't know about the people who work there being positioned above you...

I also haven't been scoring much cool lately..

They seem to be doing well business wise though...

I traded in a bunch of records and was unhappy with what they gave me.. so that kind of soured me a bit too....probably my fault for accepting what they offered but I'm not a haggler...and once I schlepped the records over I wasn't going to take them back..

I miss the Arlington store....

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 03, 2016, 05:05:02 pm
kind of rings true...

http://www.laweekly.com/music/henry-rollins-im-a-collector-not-a-hoarder-6772891


whenever i get rid of records i come to regret it....
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 03, 2016, 07:23:23 pm
not really feeling the new cd cellar. lacks vibe.

(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-nmXA3paMdkg/VwGVzk3wAMI/AAAAAAAAd6w/BkXwqQv4wy8nDNqQnkIAWg5_3rqVuJaUQ/s320/20160403_173815.jpg)

but that did not stop me from picking up a few things.
i did feel like a small child sheepishly hoisting my selections up to the guy at the counter.
the great jack sheldon on trumpet on the curtis counce (ojc reissue, but still cool).
woody shaw deeply missed.
grant hart comes with a dvd doc (from $30 (?) to $3, can't lose)
not iggy's finest, but no such thing as boring iggy.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 03, 2016, 07:38:44 pm
dude.. we have similar tastes for sure...oh i had that grant hart one in my hand but put it down....i also eyed the curtis counce.. such a great album cover...i guess i am holding out for the original but i've been holding out for over 10 years now...i almost bought that iggy cd for the extra tracks...

they have to change the layout or do something... i feel like i'm being observed from an observation tower or something while i'm in there...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on April 03, 2016, 10:30:54 pm
I came up with the following a couple of years ago:

The Four Levels of Record Collecting

Level 1: The Backgrounder
Likes music enough to play it occasionally, usually at a low volume. Has a small collection (<100) of chart-toppers and compilations.

Level 2: The Fan
Plays music often, sometimes at moderate volume. Has a penchant for particular artists, especially ones that they have been a fan of for many years. Collects many of the releases of those artists plus other hits and deep catalog titles. Typical collection size of 100 to 500 releases.

Level 3: The Listener
Wide breadth of music interest and knowledge. Plays music often. Collects recordings of many genres and eras. To some degree, may be a completist collector of particular artists and/or labels. Collections are usually well organized  and contain over 500 releases. Many such collections number well into the thousands.

Level 4: The Hoarder
Extremely large collection sizes, often well over 10,000 items, many of which may be duplicates. Collections may be well organized but these collectors are sometimes overwhelmed by the shear number of items. Items may be stored in more than one room; some may be stored in off-site storage. In the most extreme cases, items may be stored in unusual places, such as in ovens. Items may be accumulated indiscriminately with the idea that they will eventually listen to them or that they may someday be valuable.


This is pretty much a draft with no actual publication intended, just sharing here. What would you change about it?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 06, 2016, 07:47:05 pm
^ pretty spot-on.
i've a ways to go before i need to start being concerned, at least that's what i tell myself.
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-697a78imQFY/VwWbR7OMDQI/AAAAAAAAd74/fkX9MPgDTYI0L4jYtC6uLLIVBMNeg-f3w/s1600/20160406_191712-1.jpg)
a deutsche grammophon mini-hoard that i'll get around to alphabetizing this weekend...
i've accumulated most of this in just the past few months for pretty much next to nothing.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on April 14, 2016, 11:24:14 am
this is a bummer.

https://www.gofundme.com/gmz3ax58

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 15, 2016, 07:50:48 pm
epic score pt. 1
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-v5hZ5pCUP1c/Vw-S7M16IBI/AAAAAAAAd-g/8kamAPUwd5ME-zMtxiHjw2i_961lf1A-wCLcB/s320/20160413_172458.jpg)(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nh2N-XyjpeI/Vw-TB9ts0jI/AAAAAAAAd-k/OEL6rUCuQa88eZLgzhrW090l2f5jsTAQgCKgB/s320/2016-04-14%2B07.28.53.jpg)(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-j3baw-mgRRQ/VxF57b75XqI/AAAAAAAAd_I/y1SjFqdSnG4_JHzB6bIguzp5fh__NHWSACLcB/s320/20160415_192359.jpg)(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-42COO6QPgcU/VxF6DR7lWpI/AAAAAAAAd_M/Kb9NhcJ8lv4_1XDQt0srCmqScT_VHRJjgCKgB/s320/20160415_192054.jpg)(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-E57x55rhjyM/VxF52fJ_zqI/AAAAAAAAd_E/geGoGcB6XAkIZhj-Chmvsc_Z99f4n3wNgCKgB/s320/20160415_192524.jpg)(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-uOIdE3jzJFM/VxF5wp2HKXI/AAAAAAAAd_A/X-x-yGpRBioXGPboI6VSHpfY5_qULQqaACKgB/s320/20160415_192724.jpg)(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-97kxYEgtr-w/VxF6FuF7rOI/AAAAAAAAd_Q/_doNtsQrhlQU4-91qU3SsUCK-DrYujUPQCKgB/s320/20160414_200750.jpg)
higher res: http://dyepics.blogspot.com/2016/04/epic-score-pt-1-thanks-kathy.html (http://dyepics.blogspot.com/2016/04/epic-score-pt-1-thanks-kathy.html)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 16, 2016, 10:34:19 pm
holy mother of beezus...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on April 16, 2016, 11:45:24 pm
Damn...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Unsanity on April 17, 2016, 03:05:26 am
cool stuff...but how much was it all?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 17, 2016, 04:29:49 pm
epic score pt. 2
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Ldgu4Bh4d8o/VxPvaIYyerI/AAAAAAAAeAk/kLEvFUOK2k8_QLHXxadhZNN5X6oNuNDhwCKgB/s320/IMG_5521.JPG)(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-oWTkh96RI1w/VxPvZcDxcII/AAAAAAAAeAg/eon8Vtni794aBCmTeo8OUj6gKPlLPg8LgCKgB/s320/IMG_5519.JPG)(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9wOuWAcWNNQ/VxPvYmd8dOI/AAAAAAAAeAc/Vj-wVd_T-P0i6TwcLRgUXPKBRc78dUFeACKgB/s320/IMG_5513.JPG)(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jQHZytV78EI/VxPvYb97yDI/AAAAAAAAeAU/uFcNGOnv-ZYpS-BNhIwxtX6fhuO2xZsuQCKgB/s320/IMG_5516.JPG)(https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HWw0qU3P8Zc/VxPvYm-rMRI/AAAAAAAAeAY/6U5-m7ky4EwVC0ocwJeAm1_sUEnjN3M1wCKgB/s320/IMG_5517.JPG)
hi res: http://dyepics.blogspot.com/2016/04/singles-going-steady-epic-score-pt-2.html (http://dyepics.blogspot.com/2016/04/singles-going-steady-epic-score-pt-2.html)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on April 17, 2016, 05:10:47 pm
i dig getting my mitts on a couple of those two tone records.. i'm all about the 7" these days..
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on April 17, 2016, 05:36:26 pm
This reminds me, I need to score a copy of Mesh and Lace or another 4AD Modern English LP, to get signed at their upcoming show...

If any of you crate diggers happen upon one, hook me up! 
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 19, 2016, 10:39:37 am
I demand an explanation for the unholy alliance of 2016 score, dyecraig!

Did Henry Rollins sell off his triplicates??
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 19, 2016, 12:45:10 pm
(http://i1.cmail20.com/ei/r/50/2E2/B22/075022/csfinal/RAD_HEARTBREAKER_REISSUE_LP_800X800_1024x1024.png)


HEARTBREAKER DELUXE REISSUE


Ryan's debut album will be re-released on May 6th on 180gm 4LP/DVD and 2CD/DVD Deluxe Editions. Remastered from the original tapes, the album will come in a deluxe box set that features the 15 song album plus 20 demos and unreleased outtakes. The DVD will include never before seen footage of a complete solo acoustic show at the Mercury Lounge in New York City in October 2000.

 All preorders include instant download of ?Locked Away,? a previously unreleased outtake from the original album session
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 19, 2016, 01:21:44 pm
I demand an explanation for the unholy alliance of 2016 score, dyecraig!

Did Henry Rollins sell off his triplicates??
a nice lady that runs auctions out here has a barn in the back and lets me know when she has a stash.
believe me, i was losing my mind looking through this stuff.
some of the covers were pretty filthy, but the vinyl was clean.
she did not have a story about the records, but definitely someone from the u.k. or europe with amazing taste/luck.
basically just let me cherry pick it and gave her a benjamin for the time, effort and dirt.
wifey told me i'm done now.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 19, 2016, 01:25:51 pm
I demand an explanation for the unholy alliance of 2016 score, dyecraig!

Did Henry Rollins sell off his triplicates??
a nice lady that runs auctions out here has a barn in the back and lets me know when she has a stash.
believe me, i was losing my mind looking through this stuff.
some of the covers were pretty filthy, but the vinyl was clean.
she did not have a story about the records, but definitely someone from the u.k. or europe with amazing taste/luck.
basically just let me cherry pick it and gave her a benjamin for the time, effort and dirt.
wifey told me i'm done now.

wow.. that is one of the best scores i have ever heard of.. congrats! now i am green with envy! but hope springs eternal...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 19, 2016, 01:41:44 pm
seriously...$100 for all that is a steal
would have easily set you back $1000 to buy all that
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on May 06, 2016, 10:03:46 am
I have never heard of liquid filled vinyl. It's quite amusing. (http://sploid.gizmodo.com/liquid-filled-vinyl-records-exist-and-some-of-them-are-1774756405)But then again, I'm not a music nerd.


(http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--Rjr4UPF5--/pg0ck1nzfuamssvhyi83.gif)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 06, 2016, 11:30:32 am
very interesting...did you read this in that article...
One of the rarest is probably the Flaming Lips? Heddy Fwends blood vinyl, which was limited to 10 copies which originally sold for $2,500 each. The interior of each record contains actual blood from the artists who worked on it (Erykah Badu, Ke$ha, and Chris Martin among them). That?s absolutely disgusting! But also really cool?literally. Y?know, because you have to keep it refrigerated. Because of the blood. Let?s just stew on that for while and then never speak of it again.
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Post by: hutch on May 06, 2016, 11:48:38 am
fetishism gone amuck...
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Post by: bob72 on May 06, 2016, 12:15:53 pm
very interesting...did you read this in that article...
The interior of each record contains actual blood from the artists who worked on it (Erykah Badu, Ke$ha, and Chris Martin among them).i]
the cloning possibilities with that one
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Post by: dyecraig on May 08, 2016, 09:28:06 am
bird songs booklet w/flexi-discs from 1964
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UEVltu8dElE/Vy89hM5hwtI/AAAAAAAAeFE/7760-tpJ5ZAaLRTT1A7UheqX46bPMmBAgCLcB/s320/IMG_5584.JPG)(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-x-hpuvp6ttE/Vy89d8rViyI/AAAAAAAAeE4/4zt0eePApQY3FRG1C7ObfdEDcSJz7750ACLcB/s320/IMG_5585.JPG)(https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-G9dAUm3ABkQ/Vy89g-3gCrI/AAAAAAAAeFA/pMTrGtMozK8Um8miHuxQRgynEOHuxjQwQCLcB/s320/IMG_5589.JPG)
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Post by: hutch on May 08, 2016, 10:16:27 am
i draw the line at bird songs....
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Post by: dyecraig on May 08, 2016, 09:20:28 pm
i draw the line at bird songs....
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ElUatgqzDhs/Vy_k9sN7dOI/AAAAAAAAeGg/PNMpab_QW7sJ8Z9VptBX3AQiTnOBaiAOQCLcB/s1600/IMG_5606.JPG)
well then i guess we just can't be friends...
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Post by: hutch on May 10, 2016, 08:27:57 am
well I have a cd full of crow bird songs... maybe we can still be friends.


hey just a heads up deep discount has a 15% off coupon code FLOWER15   free shipping on orders over 25$

anyways it lasts til tomorrow... picked up some nice lps and with the discount and already low prices and cheap shipping and no tax its a good deal
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Post by: bob72 on May 10, 2016, 09:03:29 am
I like this bird song https://youtu.be/aya0R2DtpQc

rave on!
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Post by: K8teebug on May 10, 2016, 01:03:49 pm
I have a whole cd of frogs  :)
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Post by: dyecraig on May 15, 2016, 09:04:39 am
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-M3JkQNMyJfE/VzhQmc62xII/AAAAAAAAeG4/hwCwwYCCWxsq4Uo6uo3WfiJyoA_bUvbtgCLcB/s320/20160514_083914.jpg)(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2Rr3f851tbk/VzhQkvAObCI/AAAAAAAAeG0/uSzRs_DWwkYy1gGyNnFpQatoK0VLngMiQCKgB/s320/20160514_165400.jpg)
so i go to this yard sale and ask the lady if she has any records and she tells me she had about 1000 but she left them in l.a. where she worked for warner brothers records international division.
then her husband comes out and says this is the only record we have and it's a framed platinum record for van halen ll that was presented to her.
she was instrumental in getting the band signed to w.b. and this was a thank you.
husband was a bit player/character actor in hollywood and did a t.v. movie with valerie bertanelli and spent a day hanging with eddie while valerie was filming.
later that day found a copy of v.h. ll for a buck and drove back to asked her to sign it.
couldn't be friendlier and said diamond dave was just a nice jewish boy.
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Post by: hutch on June 03, 2016, 08:58:36 am
I want this...I want a lot of things....

https://store.udiscovermusic.com/*/*/Live-76/57NV0000000
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Post by: hutch on June 14, 2016, 08:49:05 am
latest on joes reopening

http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/arts/music/blog/20782440/joes-record-paradise-to-reopen-soon
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on June 14, 2016, 01:54:33 pm
What a mess. They've been closed nearly the entire year.

I'm a little surprised they've been able to raise even that much money.
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Post by: killsaly on June 18, 2016, 03:11:22 pm
I'm planning on going to the grand opening of Baby's on Fire today in the Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore.  I'm not sure what to expect outside of they sell records and coffee.
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Post by: hutch on June 18, 2016, 03:22:27 pm
man I wish I lived in Baltimore.. its been a while since we got a new record store in DC
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Post by: killsaly on June 18, 2016, 06:04:07 pm
I will let you know how it is.  From the pictures I saw, it seemed a bit small, and more cafe than record store.  I am excited to check it out.  I have a few friends who will be working there.
https://www.facebook.com/babysonfirecafe/

http://www.baltimoresun.com/entertainment/dining/baltimore-diner-blog/bal-baby-s-on-fire-new-mount-vernon-cafe-opening-this-week-20160606-story.html
Quote
The BYOB is housed in a historic carriage house, where the owners will sell new, used and collectible vinyls alongside food and drinks.
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Post by: dyecraig on June 18, 2016, 07:07:11 pm
I'm planning on going to the grand opening of Baby's on Fire today in the Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore.  I'm not sure what to expect outside of they sell records and coffee.
great name, great song.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 19, 2016, 11:46:27 pm
I'm planning on going to the grand opening of Baby's on Fire today in the Mount Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore.  I'm not sure what to expect outside of they sell records and coffee.
great name, great song.
Here Come the Warm Jets is soo good
After seeing Velvet Goldmine I binged on that album
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Post by: evilizac on June 20, 2016, 07:53:36 am
Don't know if this was posted (didn't see anything in a search), but Bump n' Grind in Silver Spring is pretty quaint. . . Went to a nice little open mic (done in the spirit of P&P's Modern Times Open Mic).
Don't know how long it could possibly last. The parking situation is a little rough, but the atmosphere is nice.  http://bumpngrind.co/ (http://bumpngrind.co/)
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Post by: bob72 on June 20, 2016, 12:45:39 pm
I buy records, I don't "collect vinyl." I'm not usually one for demos and rarities. I also resigned myself to the fact that I would probably never own a Margot record because they are somewhat rare and fairly pricey. I broke my rules for this one cause it was a good deal. I don't think maybe the seller knew the demand for it?

(http://i65.tinypic.com/20kpxea.jpg)
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Post by: killsaly on June 20, 2016, 01:00:34 pm
Here is a picture of Baby's on Fire (view from the corner next to the entrance).  The two walls that are not pictured are lined with tables.  Their selection was not huge, but they did have a few gems (used and new).
(https://instagram.fphl2-2.fna.fbcdn.net/t51.2885-15/e35/13391301_1735108166757643_1574963662_n.jpg)
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Post by: dyecraig on June 26, 2016, 08:53:50 pm
so when it comes to original pressings of early stones or dylan lps, what is more desirable - mono or stereo?
maybe i mean "valuable".
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Post by: hutch on June 27, 2016, 07:06:52 am
so when it comes to original pressings of early stones or dylan lps, what is more desirable - mono or stereo?
maybe i mean "valuable".


well they were recorded with mono in mind so I think mono.... also in the case of columbia the covers for the mono are really the definitive ones... the first dylan album in stereo is a bit weird as there are the guitar, voice and harmonica.... and i think the voice is on one side and the guitar on the other...

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Post by: dyecraig on June 27, 2016, 07:28:02 am
so when it comes to original pressings of early stones or dylan lps, what is more desirable - mono or stereo?
maybe i mean "valuable".


well they were recorded with mono in mind so I think mono.... also in the case of columbia the covers for the mono are really the definitive ones... the first dylan album in stereo is a bit weird as there are the guitar, voice and harmonica.... and i think the voice is on one side and the guitar on the other...


so i guess phil spector was right about one thing.
the mono thing, that is.
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Post by: hutch on June 27, 2016, 07:43:40 am
yes!

and for the stones i don't believe there are original stereo mixes for most of the first few albums....that is how unimportant stereo was......the "stereo" mix is just "electronically reprocessed" mono...
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Post by: dyecraig on July 01, 2016, 09:19:36 am
minuteman minimall - culpeper
(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-TkcmThYV-zg/V3S8xkdPNRI/AAAAAAAAeVg/C6SD5am4BVE_9nZfTY6rwdKpmqfL-XBzQCLcB/s320/20160629_111547.jpg)(https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-t3KQSIpx9zg/V3WRBuxJWpI/AAAAAAAAeV8/NYEA7hzMhCcmIrfFQAe4y5sccrilAIk1ACLcB/s320/20160630_173449.jpg)(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3JmXtjkf174/V3S803IiAhI/AAAAAAAAeVo/JTwn9SrDfO0e8KtbCSHDh37oDctG3ThSACLcB/s320/20160629_113945.jpg)
left that last one behind for you all.
was hoping this was the place...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJ3oHpup-pk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJ3oHpup-pk)
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Post by: hutch on July 01, 2016, 12:15:52 pm
quinteto violado.. nice
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Post by: dyecraig on July 01, 2016, 12:42:30 pm
quinteto violado.. nice
it is.
new to me.
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Post by: dyecraig on July 08, 2016, 09:42:54 pm
if you order some vinyl from amazon, try to request an alternative delivery method to lasership.
they left a copy of beta band "championship versions" on my stoop in the blazing sun at 3:00 that i rescued by 3:20.
miraculously not warped, but i phoned customer service, which was an episode as anticipated.
now they have "special shade accommodations" just for me, when they deliver to my address.
yeah, right.
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Post by: hutch on July 08, 2016, 10:25:15 pm
if you order some vinyl from amazon, try to request an alternative delivery method to lasership.
they left a copy of beta band "championship versions" on my stoop in the blazing sun at 3:00 that i rescued by 3:20.
miraculously not warped, but i phoned customer service, which was an episode as anticipated.
now they have "special shade accommodations" just for me, when they deliver to my address.
yeah, right.

yeah I'm kinda paranoid about buying records in the summer for this very reason...

thanks for the 45s.. I was perusing them with interest.. some really cool stuff man!

i just got back from the 930 club.. i lost my phone there but they found it so i went to pick it up.. miracle..
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Post by: dyecraig on July 08, 2016, 10:41:12 pm
if you order some vinyl from amazon, try to request an alternative delivery method to lasership.
they left a copy of beta band "championship versions" on my stoop in the blazing sun at 3:00 that i rescued by 3:20.
miraculously not warped, but i phoned customer service, which was an episode as anticipated.
now they have "special shade accommodations" just for me, when they deliver to my address.
yeah, right.

yeah I'm kinda paranoid about buying records in the summer for this very reason...

thanks for the 45s.. I was perusing them with interest.. some really cool stuff man!

i just got back from the 930 club.. i lost my phone there but they found it so i went to pick it up.. miracle..
miracle indeed.
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Post by: Justin Tonation on July 09, 2016, 01:38:17 pm
if you order some vinyl from amazon, try to request an alternative delivery method to lasership.
they left a copy of beta band "championship versions" on my stoop in the blazing sun at 3:00 that i rescued by 3:20.
miraculously not warped, but i phoned customer service, which was an episode as anticipated.
now they have "special shade accommodations" just for me, when they deliver to my address.
yeah, right.

Try Amazon Locker (https://www.amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=6442600011)
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 13, 2016, 04:22:33 pm
another use for your turntable...hacking Pokémon go
(http://cdn.iflscience.com/images/b185ad6c-aee7-512f-a4ba-6cb45e5cdab8/extra_large-1468427384-cover-image.PNG)
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Post by: hutch on July 14, 2016, 08:36:53 am
I don't get it.
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Post by: bob72 on July 14, 2016, 08:53:39 am
when someone say's "it just sounds better on vinyl," this is why...


(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/8d/fb/b8/8dfbb8b0eb5411aaf785541025ca10f6.jpg)
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Post by: bearman🐻 on July 16, 2016, 07:21:20 pm
For any Pylon fans, good gawd this is great:
https://www.chunklet.com/product/pylon-live-deluxe-package-preorder/
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Post by: hutch on July 16, 2016, 07:49:23 pm
the upcoming teenage fanclub is available for pre-order...

signed vinyl available if you order from UK... if you order from US its unclear


gosh I really hope they play a show in DC or even Philly.. they are a band I have never seen but have enjoyed a lot... songs from northern britain is stellar.
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Post by: hutch on July 17, 2016, 07:51:47 pm
Hole's Live Through This finally getting a reissue! I didn't buy it back in the day and balked at the high price on Ebay the past decade... but I'll be getting the reissue for sure...

they are reissuing everything....I have quite a few I need to pick up..
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Post by: hutch on July 17, 2016, 08:01:59 pm
man sad to be Eric Erlandson... hawking your Hole stuff.. he's even selling Prince records... ugh... guess everybody needs the money.. one of the shirts is advertised for $1000 "as Kurt Cobain wore".. .ughh

I wish Hole would get back together with Eric and Patty and tour.. I'd check that out..

http://www.ebay.com/sch/moonspine/m.html?_trksid=p3692
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Post by: bob72 on July 17, 2016, 10:59:03 pm
I've always loved Hole, think Courtney is a great entertainer but she is by far one of the most despicable human beings. I've always been conflicted over this.
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Post by: hutch on July 17, 2016, 11:27:30 pm
I've always loved Hole, think Courtney is a great entertainer but she is by far one of the most despicable human beings. I've always been conflicted over this.


yes yes.. lots of hate..

I don't find her to be "one of the most despicable human beings".. and I'm not conflicted..

honestly, she's made mistakes but I'm not sure what she's done that is so terrible..... parading her daughter at the 1994 or 1995 show at then WUST was pretty bad... but "despicable"? no.. i wouldn't say that... the whole "she killed Kurt Cobain" is a really sad thing.. honestly, I just think whenever you get a strong woman like Yoko or even Hillary people just seem to pour on the hate...

I mean yeah she shouldn't have had so much plastic surgery.. but despicable? no....

by the way I assume everyone knows she's in the picture on the back of one of the early Grateful Dead records!

she's definitely an attention seeking whore... but despicable? no i don't see it..

did she rip off the baby doll look from kat bjeilland ....yeah probably.. but despicable? no i don't see it..

I guess I'm just forgetting all the really bad things Courtney did.... I guess she could have helped her image by not releasing the album one week after Kurt blew his brains out... but one week is not a long time to pull back.. I think her releasing the album and being everywhere after it came out.. touring... all the press about her and Evan Dando and whatever.. right after Kurt died.. well it rubbed people the wrong way.. I think a lot of the hate for her stems from that...

I was a huge Hole fan about 1994... everything she's done since then- with a few exceptions- has done nothing for me.. my personal theory was always that much like Bon Scott must have had a hand in Back in Black Kurt Cobain must have had a hand in Live Through This... we know Courtney was/is very driven when it comes to fame.. its not hard to imagine her wheedling a few songs out of Kurt...but the performances are hers and they are great... and its just a "theory" and does not seem to be substantiated by any actual facts... there were a lot of people involved in the recording, many with whom Courtney probably has had falling outs, many who would have reasons to grind an ax and say Kurt wrote it but nothing like that has happened.. everyone pretty much says it was Courtney and Eric who wrote it...

I guess she fought with her daughter... but they did make up... so despicable? no... don't see it...

she had a cat fight with Dave Grohl I guess... over media.. seemed like she said some really nasty stuff... bad...

Did she have a hand in publishing Kurt's diaries? if so I guess that was a bad thing to do...

I would say I'm having a tough time finding reasons to call her "despicable".. unsavory, yes....

I'm just sad she's frittered away her life!
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 19, 2016, 09:51:29 am
(http://images.bigcartel.com/product_images/172347223/RR78.jpg?auto=format&fit=max&h=1000&w=1000)
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 19, 2016, 12:55:36 pm
Hutch this one is for you

(https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/13690861_10157023338160276_7645470953334082018_n.jpg?oh=05df37cffbcda0bf6bd14a7c9d55d469&oe=5826E1E4)


Record Store Day..
An autographed test pressing of the latest Bob Dylan record? Pretty sure we don't have to tell you how special this contest is.
http://bit.ly/OMGDYLANCONTEST
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Post by: hutch on July 19, 2016, 01:02:58 pm
<salivating>

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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 19, 2016, 03:29:49 pm
this is tempting

(http://i1.wp.com/www.thethermals.com/wp-content/uploads/TBTBTM10vinyl.jpg?fit=500%2C679)
NEW! 2016 marks the TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY of our most critically acclaimed album! To celebrate, Sub Pop has repressed it onto Limited Edition Splattered Blood colored vinyl
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Post by: hutch on July 19, 2016, 03:55:52 pm
You got a turntable again?
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 19, 2016, 04:11:57 pm
I do...but considering an upgrade as it's in bad shape
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Post by: hutch on July 19, 2016, 04:40:37 pm
I do...but considering an upgrade as it's in bad shape


I think one of your old ones is downstairs gathering dust.. not sure how well it works..at some point I switched from that one to the other one you gave me.... but you could have it back if you want it
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Post by: bob72 on July 20, 2016, 11:16:59 am
For the GBV fans not opposed to reissues

https://www.newburycomics.com/products/guided_by_voices-under_the_bushes_under_the_stars_exclusive_2_lp?utm_source=VinylNewsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=7-20-16_GBV&utm_content=Btn&variant=24505977030

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Post by: hutch on July 20, 2016, 11:28:33 am
yeah I saw that.. looks nice!
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Post by: hutch on July 20, 2016, 05:56:25 pm
well sidehatch if you're shopping for a new turntable this could be it!

http://schmilco.kungfustore.com/all-products/wilco-turntable-wil815.html#prev
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 20, 2016, 05:59:13 pm
^ cool...but don't have $500 to drop

this is what I was looking at...ya know as it has to be a display piece too if it's going to be in the family room
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0339/2397/products/White_uTurn9553_Acrylic_Grado_no_Arm_1_F_1024x1024.jpg?v=1431354498)
That will set me back about $300
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 22, 2016, 11:46:04 am
MMJ - Z (http://vinylmeplease.com/record-of-the-month/?utm_source=hivewyre&utm_medium=display&utm_content=MMJ&utm_campaign=Aug_ds)
(http://vinylmeplease.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/mmj-z.png)
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Post by: Yada on July 27, 2016, 05:10:56 pm
big old meh.

It is official! Crooked Beat has a NEW LOCATION!! We will be in North Alexandria at 802 NORTH FAIRFAX STREET. It is 2 blocks from the waterfront and not too far from the Braddock Station Metro (Blue/Yellow Line). It is also only a few traffic lights from DC via GW Parkway.
We hope to be reopened by the end of August. Stay Tuned!!
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Post by: vansmack on July 27, 2016, 05:18:39 pm
One step away from the annals of history.
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Post by: hutch on July 27, 2016, 07:14:28 pm
big old meh.

It is official! Crooked Beat has a NEW LOCATION!! We will be in North Alexandria at 802 NORTH FAIRFAX STREET. It is 2 blocks from the waterfront and not too far from the Braddock Station Metro (Blue/Yellow Line). It is also only a few traffic lights from DC via GW Parkway.
We hope to be reopened by the end of August. Stay Tuned!!

incredibly overpriced for used scratched up vinyl .........not sure what other people bought/buy there...

the three record stores I like for used vinyl in the DC area- in no particular order- are

SOM Records
Record Exchange
CD Cellar

I have to be honest that I don't think Crooked Beat will make it out there.. anyways it doesn't really matter as the owner sells the good stuff online....I see him at the post office often mailing a bunch of record mailers. same as that other store on U St (Joint Custody)... Joint Custody in particular lists THOUSANDS of records online..they sell the not so hot stuff at the store

Record stores i like don't do that...I mean its one thing if you have a $2000 record... I can see listing it on Ebay... but if your'e listing a lot of your records online/ and in particular most if not all of the good stuff .. then I don't see the point of shopping there.....I can go online!
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 28, 2016, 07:06:43 am
that is a pretty bad location, might as well be in Herndon :)
weird little hidden strip mall more than a few blocks from any other shopping
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on July 28, 2016, 08:00:05 am
Well, that blows.  I'll never make it out there.

I guess Joe's will never open at this point?
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Post by: Yada on July 28, 2016, 08:36:10 am
Well, that blows.  I'll never make it out there.

I guess Joe's will never open at this point?

I keep seeing "next month." However, he seems to post that every single month. I think it's getting closer though.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 03, 2016, 01:11:03 pm
good listing/review of the current DC record stores (http://brightestyoungthings.com/articles/the-d-c-record-store-walking-tour)
they mention that Joe's is still in limbo
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Post by: bob72 on August 03, 2016, 02:27:57 pm
good listing/review of the current DC record stores (http://brightestyoungthings.com/articles/the-d-c-record-store-walking-tour)
they mention that Joe's is still in limbo
good read

I've never been to Hill and Dale, but based on that photo and quote, I don't think they could possibly come off more pompous. Must be a store for the "audiophile"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: killsaly on August 10, 2016, 06:06:45 pm
http://www.factmag.com/2016/08/10/vinyl-buyers-lonely-introverts/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 11, 2016, 10:16:49 am
http://www.factmag.com/2016/08/10/vinyl-buyers-lonely-introverts/
I will say I didn't need an article to tell me that, most people in record stores come in single.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on August 14, 2016, 08:48:07 pm
I was in Frederick MD earlier today... saw three record stores within a couple of blocks of each other... I only managed to go into one cause I had my kids with me..still managed to pick up 20 records.. I'm a maniac.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on August 29, 2016, 12:46:58 pm
Joe's opens tomorrow.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on August 30, 2016, 08:48:42 pm
About time!  Can't wait to hit them up at lunch time and come out empty-handed.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 07, 2016, 03:36:26 pm
cc: hutch


Joseph R. Paradise
Just now ·

Just priced down a stack of Reggae and a stack of Hip-Hop from the rare section. It's all out on the floor.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on September 07, 2016, 03:58:50 pm
cc: hutch


Joseph R. Paradise
Just now ·

Just priced down a stack of Reggae and a stack of Hip-Hop from the rare section. It's all out on the floor.

well I may go check it out soon.. you know i can't get enough vinyl
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bob72 on September 21, 2016, 12:07:37 pm
SUB POP TO RELEASE TAD CLASSICS ?GOD?S BALLS,? ?SALT LICK,? AND ?8-WAY SANTA? DELUXE EDITIONS (FINALLY) ON NOVEMBER 4TH (https://www.subpop.com/news/2016/09/21/sub_pop_to_release_tad_classics_gods_balls_salt_lick_and_8_way_santa_deluxe_editions_finally_on_november_4th)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on September 21, 2016, 05:37:12 pm
Joe's record paradise reopening party info:

Details
We are having our Grand Reopening on Saturday the 24th and everyone is welcome. There will be Food from Anabel's food truck at an almost free cost(subsidized by Joe's) and 7 Locks Brewery from Rockville will have a table with some tasty treats and also some coffee from the local spot Bump n' Grind. Along with that there will be several free raffles with prizes from the 9:30 Club, the Fillmore Silver Spring and from Joe's itself(swag including pint glasses which are back, stickers, chip clips, CD books, gift certificates, etc).

All to the sounds of DJs Damu The Fudgemunk and maybe even myself(Johnson).

We hope to see you there!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on September 24, 2016, 10:42:39 pm
please enlighten me - what's the diff between o.p. and o.g. and what does o.g. stand for?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on September 25, 2016, 12:44:23 pm
sad to miss the record fair.. lately it seems i miss it every time...


kids...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on December 08, 2016, 09:33:01 pm
There's an article in December's Hi-Fi News and Record Review called "Vinyl: On Borrowed Time?" A few choice quotes from vinyl cutting engineer Tim Young:

"[Lathe maker] Neumann no longer makes any cutting equipment, or any spare parts. They don't do repairs. the cutter head is cooled with helium, but if you blow one by overloading the coils you have to find one of the one-man-band operations that will do you a repair job by hand and pay at least £5000 for the work."

....

"Ortofon still makes player cartridges, of course, but nothing for cutting. In fact all the original companies making cutting equipment have ceased."

....

"Really it's idiocy that with all the new interest in vinyl, the people now cutting don't get together as a consortium to encourage the manufacture of a new lathe. But it would need co-operation and this is a cut-throat business. You could describe it as the most brutal manifestation of capitalism. So co-operation hasn't happened."

....

Almost all LPs are now cut from digital files, rather than original analogue masters. Tim Young puts the digital figure at 95% or more.

....

"What really annoys me is the rubbish being written about vinyl in the online forums, especially in the US. One of the worst examples is when some Joe Schmo hooks up a turntable to a computer, looks at waveforms and says what sounds good or bad. As they say, a little learning is a dangerous thing."
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on December 08, 2016, 10:07:15 pm
yup.. i think new vinyl is often a fools errand...

but it depends.. of course underworld's new album was recorded digitally.. duh.. but the lp is not brickwalled like the cd which causes ear fatigue..
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Post by: ggw on December 08, 2016, 10:57:47 pm
^ cool...but don't have $500 to drop

this is what I was looking at...ya know as it has to be a display piece too if it's going to be in the family room
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0339/2397/products/White_uTurn9553_Acrylic_Grado_no_Arm_1_F_1024x1024.jpg?v=1431354498)
That will set me back about $300

Did you get it at Crate & Barrel?

http://www.crateandbarrel.com/orbit-plus-turntable-with-built-in-preamp/s262283
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on December 24, 2016, 12:10:07 pm
(http://68.media.tumblr.com/616dc9fd56c109dee17dfaf92c61652e/tumblr_ohkk3ztlqH1ultu3qo1_400.gif)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on December 29, 2016, 11:22:26 am
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15727269_10154870366769730_2481139178675251837_n.jpg?oh=3784995847398fbcb7a5fb9d6ff3b0c5&oe=58F6F4C1)

Bethesda ~1940. The look on the clerk's face  :D.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 29, 2016, 01:50:57 pm
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15727269_10154870366769730_2481139178675251837_n.jpg?oh=3784995847398fbcb7a5fb9d6ff3b0c5&oe=58F6F4C1)

Bethesda ~1940. The look on the clerk's face  :D.
I picture Julian wearing his mink to go record shopping

I think having that look is a part of your application for working at a record store
utter disdain for your customers
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on December 29, 2016, 01:55:36 pm
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/15727269_10154870366769730_2481139178675251837_n.jpg?oh=3784995847398fbcb7a5fb9d6ff3b0c5&oe=58F6F4C1)

Bethesda ~1940. The look on the clerk's face  :D.
I picture Julian wearing his mink to go record shopping

I think having that look is a part of your application for working at a record store
utter disdain for your customers
geez
we look like a bunch of street rats and hobos compared to those people...

I think there is something deeper going on with the record clerk
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on December 29, 2016, 01:58:08 pm
I picture Julian wearing his mink to go record shopping
(http://i.imgur.com/VXvJu.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on January 10, 2017, 10:04:35 pm
the new Third Man Records Vault release will be Margo Price live at the Hamilton....

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on January 12, 2017, 10:24:13 am
This week's episode of the Twenty Thousand Hertz podcast tells the story of how a middle-aged man rediscovers himself when he ditches digital music, and goes full on analog. 

https://www.20k.org/episodes-1/2016/11/7/cbe3wndc518zc9sf3b79qdmzhqwy0a
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 20, 2017, 04:54:58 pm
(https://i1.wp.com/hypebeast.com/image/2016/12/rokblok-wireless-portable-vinyl-player-0.gif?w=960)
RokBlok (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pinkdonut/rokblok-a-new-spin-on-vinyl)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on January 30, 2017, 12:14:00 pm
Here's a random question. Does anyone know how to determine how rare a mis-print is? I found an 1980's copy of "Metal Circus" by Husker Du and was surprised that side 2 is actually side 4 of "Zen Arcade". Does anyone know how rare these are? The guy who did the in-depth Husker Du discography doesn't really know much about how rare they are, plus there isn't much online either. I was just curious if anyone on here might have any ideas of where I could get a better idea. Thanks!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on January 30, 2017, 12:24:13 pm
Here's a random question. Does anyone know how to determine how rare a mis-print is? I found an 1980's copy of "Metal Circus" by Husker Du and was surprised that side 2 is actually side 4 of "Zen Arcade". Does anyone know how rare these are? The guy who did the in-depth Husker Du discography doesn't really know much about how rare they are, plus there isn't much online either. I was just curious if anyone on here might have any ideas of where I could get a better idea. Thanks!

that kind of thing adds no value to the record I have found..

is it rare? yes... probably very rare

it could even lessen the value..
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Relaxer on January 30, 2017, 12:33:04 pm
I sold a first printing of Dead Kennedies' Fresh Fruit album on eBay for something like $85 because it had the original photo on the back (of an old time band, which sued Cherry Red for using the photo without authorization). I'd say throw it up on eBay and see if you get some weirdo collector.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on January 30, 2017, 12:45:34 pm
I sold a first printing of Dead Kennedies' Fresh Fruit album on eBay for something like $85 because it had the original photo on the back (of an old time band, which sued Cherry Red for using the photo without authorization). I'd say throw it up on eBay and see if you get some weirdo collector.

ok but that is totally different.. people pay up the nose all the time for the original original first first more original than the original pressing...

misapplied labels is just a faulty product...

but yeah.. if you want to sell it you put it up on ebay for like $49.95 and see if anybody bites on a buy it now...or if you are ambivalent about selling it then just put it up at a really high price like $149.99 and who knows.... of course you're a huge bob mould fan

the best place to get an idea might be on discogs.. just look there and see if there is any such variant listed..sometimes they have them
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on January 30, 2017, 12:56:09 pm
The Last of the Mohicans: Kemp Mill Music is Closing its Doors (http://www.tmottgogo.com/kempmillclosing/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on January 30, 2017, 01:06:22 pm
The Last of the Mohicans: Kemp Mill Music is Closing its Doors (http://www.tmottgogo.com/kempmillclosing/)

I tend to think they were Kemp Mill only in the sense that they owned the trademark... I know the guy who was still working there from when he was running the one near Farragut West... sorry to read this....I don't know how this last store was doing but it seemed to me they never really got into the vinyl game and particularly the used vinyl game which is where the money is
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on January 30, 2017, 01:12:58 pm
The Last of the Mohicans: Kemp Mill Music is Closing its Doors (http://www.tmottgogo.com/kempmillclosing/)

.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on January 30, 2017, 01:45:50 pm
I sold a first printing of Dead Kennedies' Fresh Fruit album on eBay for something like $85 because it had the original photo on the back (of an old time band, which sued Cherry Red for using the photo without authorization). I'd say throw it up on eBay and see if you get some weirdo collector.

ok but that is totally different.. people pay up the nose all the time for the original original first first more original than the original pressing...

misapplied labels is just a faulty product...

but yeah.. if you want to sell it you put it up on ebay for like $49.95 and see if anybody bites on a buy it now...or if you are ambivalent about selling it then just put it up at a really high price like $149.99 and who knows.... of course you're a huge bob mould fan

the best place to get an idea might be on discogs.. just look there and see if there is any such variant listed..sometimes they have them

Thanks for the thoughts. I looked at Discogs, no previous trail of any being sold. I bought it for 20 bucks and it plays great...I was just curious because I'm trying to get a sense of how rare it is. I actually reached out to Chuck Dukowksi (I doubt I'll hear from him) but I figured he'd know the story or at least someone who worked at SST who has a back story.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 02, 2017, 09:12:38 am
Here's a random question. Does anyone know how to determine how rare a mis-print is? I found an 1980's copy of "Metal Circus" by Husker Du and was surprised that side 2 is actually side 4 of "Zen Arcade". Does anyone know how rare these are? The guy who did the in-depth Husker Du discography doesn't really know much about how rare they are, plus there isn't much online either. I was just curious if anyone on here might have any ideas of where I could get a better idea. Thanks!

that kind of thing adds no value to the record I have found..

is it rare? yes... probably very rare

it could even lessen the value..

I heard back from Chuck Dukowski. Super cool, super nice guy. Interestingly, he says it's very rare and in mint condition could be worth up to a few hundred. He has been doing auctions and he said prices/interest for vinyl has spiked tremendously. Prices just keep going up. The moral is just buy those bargains because you never know what you'll find.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 02, 2017, 09:17:10 am
The other lesson....check that vinyl on discogs, look at the runout and see what inscribed in the inner groove. On both sides. I was just checking to see if I could figure out what year mine was pressed (no barcode) so I knew it was old. But when I saw the second side, it became a mystery. (I realize most of you aren't this geeky...but it's a lot of fun to realize you've found something special at a bargain.)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on February 02, 2017, 09:53:17 am
(I realize most of you aren't this geeky...but it's a lot of fun to realize you've found something special at a bargain.)
One of the high points of my life is finding a first edition, first printing of David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest with a reviewer's name misspelled on the book jacket in a Free Little Library Box. I know that's a book -- and not a book about music -- so no one will care, but trust me it's a big deal.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 02, 2017, 10:14:26 am
(I realize most of you aren't this geeky...but it's a lot of fun to realize you've found something special at a bargain.)
One of the high points of my life is finding a first edition, first printing of David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest with a reviewer's name misspelled on the book jacket in a Free Little Library Box. I know that's a book -- and not a book about music -- so no one will care, but trust me it's a big deal.

No, I get it. To people who appreciate these things (whether it's books, LPs, art, etc.), it's very cool.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on February 17, 2017, 12:28:03 pm
exciting times.

http://liveforlivemusic.com/news/the-grateful-deads-cornell-5877-show-will-release-on-vinyl/

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 17, 2017, 04:52:19 pm
(I realize most of you aren't this geeky...but it's a lot of fun to realize you've found something special at a bargain.)
One of the high points of my life is finding a first edition, first printing of David Foster Wallace's Infinite Jest with a reviewer's name misspelled on the book jacket in a Free Little Library Box. I know that's a book -- and not a book about music -- so no one will care, but trust me it's a big deal.

huh? I love first edition books and i search them out when i can

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 18, 2017, 10:48:56 pm
damn new vinyl prices are killing me.. i just can't do this.. $120 for Grateful Dead at Cornell..

https://www.amazon.com/Cornell-5-8-77-5LP/dp/B06W55WYFF/ref=pd_sim_15_5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=A8RDCGGYPFMPPF38ECDX
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 18, 2017, 10:49:57 pm
Just wait for the $50 FLAC version. It'll sound sooooooo much better!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 18, 2017, 11:05:26 pm
Just wait for the $50 FLAC version. It'll sound sooooooo much better!


I don't do FLAC.. I will never buy this.. I like the Dead a lot but....not $120 lot...i guess some day i'll find the 3cd set for a few bucks or something...that is the likely scenario i would say
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 18, 2017, 11:09:21 pm
Isn't it on archive.org for free?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: analogfossa on March 10, 2017, 06:27:59 pm
For fans of THe Numero Group's reissue work:
http://www.ticketfly.com/event/1446573-numero-factory-outlet-baltimore/

Pop-up shop tour
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 20, 2017, 11:02:09 pm
Special Record Store Day release.. ok game over..if man can do this man can do anything:



Peter Tosh ? Legalize It [LP] (Pot Scented Red/Yellow/Green-Striped Colored Remastered Vinyl, limited/numbered to 2500, indie-exclusive)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on April 08, 2017, 07:15:34 pm
Vinyl is dead.

La La Land Soundtrack Best-Selling Vinyl of 2017 So Far (http://pitchfork.com/news/72728-la-la-land-soundtrack-best-selling-vinyl-of-2017-so-far/?mbid=social_twitter)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 09, 2017, 06:19:07 am
Vinyl is dead.

La La Land Soundtrack Best-Selling Vinyl of 2017 So Far (http://pitchfork.com/news/72728-la-la-land-soundtrack-best-selling-vinyl-of-2017-so-far/?mbid=social_twitter)
i enjoyed the film, but have no need to revisit the music.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 18, 2017, 10:12:45 pm
if you want an autographed copy of Kendrick Lamar's Damn you better order it from his website...

I'm not ordering one myself for the record although i guess it could be nice to have one..
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 21, 2017, 02:43:05 pm
Yesterday & Today: Early DC punks shopped, worked at record store (http://wtop.com/music/2017/07/yesterday-today-early-dc-punks-shopped-worked-at-record-store/slide/1/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on July 22, 2017, 08:18:25 am
Y&T was a big part of my early record buying days. Sent a lot more money at Joe's, though.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on July 22, 2017, 09:39:38 am
I only was getting into vinyl when Y & T closed...i did buy a great Nick Drake record there....
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 01, 2017, 11:13:53 pm
not vinyl...but retro
(http://bridde.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Elbow4.png)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Kemosabe on August 02, 2017, 09:19:53 am
That is pretty awesome!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: herman otto on August 02, 2017, 09:28:20 am
I, came in here just to see what people actually talked about in this thread. That cassette player, is pretty neat, indeed. I'm waiting for, the Japanese only LaserDisc version.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on August 02, 2017, 10:14:55 am
I'm converting all my HD-DVDs to Betamax.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on August 02, 2017, 10:25:56 am
I have a CD compilation of every good '60s cut and another box set from the '70s.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on September 21, 2017, 05:11:24 pm
I hate you all. 

Because of the "rebirth" of vinyl, tangible media (16%) is going to (re)surpass download purchases (19%) in the next year or so.

But don't get too excited - the impact of buying vinyl (29% of all physical media sales, up 3%) pales in comparison to the impact of streaming (68% of all music revenues) on the death of digital downloads (down 24%).

Let the high quality streaming wars begin, and prove Jay-Z right.....

Source (http://www.riaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/RIAA-Mid-Year-2017-News-and-Notes2.pdf) 
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on September 22, 2017, 09:12:53 am
I don't stream. I purchase downloads or still buy LPs or CDs (and rip CDs...if LPs come with a download card, all the better). I got made fun of last week for having an old iPod.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on September 22, 2017, 10:15:31 am
I don't stream. I purchase downloads or still buy LPs or CDs (and rip CDs...if LPs come with a download card, all the better). I got made fun of last week for having an old iPod.
ditto for me.
i'm a tactile caveman.
streaming sounds fine in other's abodes, but it's  not for me.
usb drive in the car is a great thing, however.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on September 22, 2017, 10:16:10 am
I got made fun of last week for having an old iPod.
Smackie is just going through a tough time at work; don't take it personally.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 22, 2017, 11:51:48 am


usb drive in the car is a great thing, however.

lolwut
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on September 22, 2017, 12:58:00 pm
I don't stream.

You will.

I purchase downloads or still buy LPs or CDs (and rip CDs...if LPs come with a download card, all the better). I got made fun of last week for having an old iPod.

The only reason to make fun of an old iPod is if it is redundant - like if you carry a cell phone that is not work prohibited.   Knowing bearman, he probably has a GI blackberry and uses the iPod for music listening.  If he has a secondary personal mobile device, well, that's grounds for being humorously told about the redundancy he has created for himself.   
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on September 22, 2017, 01:00:25 pm


usb drive in the car is a great thing, however.

lolwut

Nothing wrong with that.  My ride's head unit has a 20gb hard drive and support for two SD cards.  This allows for FLAC versions of the best driving music Smackie can can find with no worries about storage space on my phone...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 22, 2017, 01:03:22 pm


usb drive in the car is a great thing, however.

lolwut

Nothing wrong with that.  My ride's head unit has a 20gb hard drive and support for two SD cards.  This allows for FLAC versions of the best driving music Smackie can can find with no worries about storage space on my phone...

You must have the ears of a badger to tell the difference between FLAC and streaming direct from your phone via bluetooth.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on September 22, 2017, 01:30:16 pm
You must have the ears of a badger to tell the difference between FLAC and streaming direct from your phone via bluetooth.

You mean FLAC from a hard drive vs anything streaming from my phone over bluetooth, and you don't need to be a badger to tell the difference of local play vs streaming bluetooth.  The skips alone....
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 22, 2017, 01:47:24 pm
You must have the ears of a badger to tell the difference between FLAC and streaming direct from your phone via bluetooth.

You mean FLAC from a hard drive vs anything streaming from my phone over bluetooth, and you don't need to be a badger to tell the difference of local play vs streaming bluetooth.  The skips alone....

Skips? I don't have skips when I stream from my phone through my hot rod's speakers.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on September 22, 2017, 04:35:48 pm
I don't stream.

You will.

I purchase downloads or still buy LPs or CDs (and rip CDs...if LPs come with a download card, all the better). I got made fun of last week for having an old iPod.

The only reason to make fun of an old iPod is if it is redundant - like if you carry a cell phone that is not work prohibited.   Knowing bearman, he probably has a GI blackberry and uses the iPod for music listening.  If he has a secondary personal mobile device, well, that's grounds for being humorously told about the redundancy he has created for himself.   

I have an iphone but I use ipod shuffles in the gym. They're tiny and they weigh nothing; I just pin it to my shirt and press play, and I don't touch it again until I go back to the locker room. All my tunes and no distractions from a web-connected device.

Now if we could just get the kids to stop fucking texting between sets. "Hey, I need to use that machine." "I've got just one more set." EVERY FUCKING TIME!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: ggw on November 28, 2017, 12:18:11 pm
https://wtop.com/fairfax-county/2017/11/dc-area-will-be-home-to-1-of-biggest-us-record-factories/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on November 28, 2017, 01:32:51 pm
I don't stream.

You will.

I purchase downloads or still buy LPs or CDs (and rip CDs...if LPs come with a download card, all the better). I got made fun of last week for having an old iPod.

The only reason to make fun of an old iPod is if it is redundant - like if you carry a cell phone that is not work prohibited.   Knowing bearman, he probably has a GI blackberry and uses the iPod for music listening.  If he has a secondary personal mobile device, well, that's grounds for being humorously told about the redundancy he has created for himself.   

I pretty much only use Apple products. No blackberry for me. The reason why I don't like streaming is I think it's a waste of money because I wouldn't use it with the same frequency that others use it. I tried Spotify and Apple Music. It wasn't enough to compel me to become a regular user. I already own so much music and I've actually had artists thank me on my stance for my anti-streaming stance. I am simply the kind of music fan that is attached to the physical medium. I buy plenty of music as MP3s, but I still think that the actual owning of music is the ultimate way to show appreciation to an artist for the thought, energy, time, creativity, passion, and ultimately soul put into the final product. Maybe that's not the future, I'm OK with it.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 28, 2017, 01:57:07 pm
Maybe that's not the future, I'm OK with it.
people got to move to the beat of their own drummer...so more power to ya
I'd imagine it's hard to be a musician in this streaming environment

but if you are in a band...tour and sell merch, that's how the money is made for small acts

I'm surprised how few acts have made it big with out lable support though.  I kinda thought we were cutting out the middleman in this new internet era and you could have access to anyband no matter the distribution

I really can't name any acts that have been able to just cut and run from the label world

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Post by: bearman🐻 on November 28, 2017, 02:35:40 pm
I really can't name any acts that have been able to just cut and run from the label world

Macklemore. That's one of the only ones I can think of.
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Post by: ggw on November 28, 2017, 02:45:38 pm
Fugazi has a couple of multi-platinum albums.
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Post by: bearman🐻 on November 28, 2017, 03:00:17 pm
Fugazi has a couple of multi-platinum albums.

Dean Wareham singles out Fugazi/Ian in his book as an anomaly...that their business model works for them, but in reality it's not that realistic for most other bands. In a recent interview Dean talks about how ultimately Luna isn't making much money on selling music, but at least through avenues like Pledgemusic they can more easily record their music and recoup expenses, so it's not that they're losing money on it. Touring is apparently where they can still find a way to keep their career afloat.
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Post by: evilizac on November 28, 2017, 03:44:31 pm
I really can't name any acts that have been able to just cut and run from the label world

Macklemore. That's one of the only ones I can think of.
Speaking exclusively in the rap realm, isn't that a big part of Chance the Rapper's shtick? Being self-released, and up until now, not selling his releases.
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Post by: grateful on November 28, 2017, 04:19:54 pm
Now you can buy the vinyl that NASA gave away for free to the aliens.

http://www.syfy.com/syfywire/voyager-record-nasa-sent-to-space-for-sale (http://www.syfy.com/syfywire/voyager-record-nasa-sent-to-space-for-sale)
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Post by: Justin Tonation on November 28, 2017, 07:55:56 pm
While researching the past of the College Park RTX, I came across two old Post articles of interest:

November 11, 1979, The Record Biz -- After the Crash (http://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1979/11/11/the-record-biz-after-the-crash/73b8ba60-d68d-45cb-93fd-4338617819c3/?tid=ss_tw&utm_term=.096f68895123)

CBS, the undisputed leader in wholesale sales in the $4.1-billion industry, cut the list price on more than 350 albums from $7.98 $5.98.

The dawn of the "Nice Price" era.

Buddy Poms, owner of Sights and Sounds Records in Gaithersburg, and many others of the more than 100 store owners in the area....

More than 100 stores?!?! :o :o :o

June 20, 1997, RECORD TIME (http://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/lifestyle/1997/06/20/record-time/eb92a211-6a2b-4944-90c1-e7a05b84bb0c/?tid=ss_tw&utm_term=.205434af1b96)

Contains a long list of area stores that existed 20 years ago.


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Post by: StoneTheCrow on November 29, 2017, 06:35:05 pm
Nice.  I'd forgotten the name of Sights and Sounds.

Anyone remember the name of the record store in Wheaton Triangle (not Phantasmagoria)? I can only remember it as Backstreet Records but I'm not sure that's right.  It was a frequent stop when I used to bounce around MoCo looking for stuff.

There was a shop in downtown Bethesda, too, and I can't remember the name of that one, either.
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Post by: grateful on November 29, 2017, 06:45:51 pm
Joe's?
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on November 29, 2017, 06:57:49 pm
Joe's has been in 5 locations by my count but never in Wheaton Triangle.
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Post by: Justin Tonation on November 29, 2017, 07:35:41 pm
Nice.  I'd forgotten the name of Sights and Sounds.

Anyone remember the name of the record store in Wheaton Triangle (not Phantasmagoria)? I can only remember it as Backstreet Records but I'm not sure that's right.  It was a frequent stop when I used to bounce around MoCo looking for stuff.

There was a shop in downtown Bethesda, too, and I can't remember the name of that one, either.

Backstreet Records is quoted in the 1979 article.
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on November 29, 2017, 07:40:08 pm
Hadn't gotten to that article yet. Thanks!
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Post by: Justin Tonation on January 10, 2018, 02:19:24 pm
A wall of vinyl, but spine in.
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Post by: bearman🐻 on January 10, 2018, 02:53:12 pm
Yung Wu (offshoot of the Feelies) LP "Shore Leave" will get a reissue this year.
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on January 18, 2018, 10:12:21 am
Hoping someone can assist me with a vinyl setup query. Currently I have the following setup:

Orbit Special Turntable with built-in pre-amp -> Sonos Connect:AMP -> Two Sonos Play:5 on the other side of the room.

This works well but I would like the option to listen via headphones as well. I know I can plug directly into the Play:5s but they are inconveniently placed for headphone listening and there's some lag according to everything I've read online. How do I do this? Do I go:

Turntable w/Pre-amp -> Some sort of "splitter" -> Headphone Amp
                                                                                                         -> Sonos Connect:Amp -> Play:5

or is there a Headphone Amp I can buy that has both headphone out and audio out both? Prefer not to add a receiver to the mix.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 18, 2018, 12:27:04 pm
(https://images.monoprice.com/productlargeimages/131941.jpg)
https://www.monoprice.com/product?c_id=109&cp_id=10919&cs_id=1091903&p_id=13194&seq=1&format=2
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Post by: Yada on January 18, 2018, 12:45:20 pm
Hoping someone can assist me with a vinyl setup query. Currently I have the following setup:

Orbit Special Turntable with built-in pre-amp -> Sonos Connect:AMP -> Two Sonos Play:5 on the other side of the room.

This works well but I would like the option to listen via headphones as well. I know I can plug directly into the Play:5s but they are inconveniently placed for headphone listening and there's some lag according to everything I've read online. How do I do this? Do I go:

Turntable w/Pre-amp -> Some sort of "splitter" -> Headphone Amp
                                                                                                         -> Sonos Connect:Amp -> Play:5

or is there a Headphone Amp I can buy that has both headphone out and audio out both? Prefer not to add a receiver to the mix.

I'd suggest not listening to vinyl through sonos speakers.
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Post by: grateful on January 18, 2018, 12:48:24 pm
This meets your criteria.  You can also go up the line if you want to...$99 - $849

https://www.schiit.com/products/magni-3
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Post by: ggw on February 15, 2018, 04:11:29 pm
https://www.popville.com/2018/02/dc-record-fair-penn-social/
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Post by: hutch on February 18, 2018, 02:32:10 pm
Score!!!
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Post by: hutch on February 18, 2018, 03:25:35 pm
The thing that always gets me is the difference between sellers trying to take advantage of people and those simply trying to unload records...the more I go to the dc record fair  -and I been there since the first one although not all- the more I ignore the former and focus on the latter...it’s a record fair and prices should reflect that and not eBay...for example lighting can be poor...
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 09, 2018, 12:32:59 pm
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/28685808_10159980112525065_2349333071039090428_n.jpg?oh=dc3227f24a096acaf0cda5a848e6117e&oe=5B007539)

Probably the most unusual record in my collection! In post WWII Russia, Stalin banned the possession of any western music. All records allowed in the country had to be of Russian composers. But there was an underground hungry for Western popular music—everything from jazz and blues to rock & roll. But smuggling vinyl was dangerous, and acquiring the scarce material to make copies of those records that did make it into the country was expensive and very risky.

An ingenuous solution to this problem began to emerge in the form of “bone music," or sometimes called "bones 'n' ribs" music, or simply Ribs.

A young 19 year-old sound engineer Ruslan Bogoslowski in Leningrad changed the game when he created a device to bootleg western albums so he could distribute them across Russia. Problem was he couldn't find material to bootleg his pressings onto, vinyl was scare as were all petroleum products after the war. Then, one day he stumbled upon a pile of discarded X-rays. It worked. At the time, Russian law mandated that all X-rays had to be destroyed after 1 year of storage because they were flammable so he dug through trash bins and paid off orderlies for x-rays and for 20 years he handmade about 1,000,000 bootlegs onto X-ray film of everything from classical to the Beach Boys, eventually spending five years imprisoned in Siberia for this rebellion.

For over 20 years, Bone Music was the only way Russian music lovers could get western music, which they played at "music and coffee parties" in their kitchens, away from the KGB ears and eyes.

So I had to find one. This is a 78 rpm recording of the Indian Song "Awaara" by Raj Kapoor on an exposed Chest X-ray. Probably around 1951. Each Rib, was handmade, and one of a kind.

Bone Music. A testament to the underground courage to subvert authority, rebellion, and the love of music. The spirit of rock n roll.
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 09, 2018, 12:37:04 pm
^^ That’s really cool.
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Post by: vansmack on March 09, 2018, 02:27:14 pm
Agreed.  Would be back lit art in my house.

The other photos are amazing too:

https://imgur.com/gallery/tnIyp
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 09, 2018, 04:32:08 pm
I totally agree!
didn't know there were other photos

this one would be great for a RSD release for Ministry: A mind is a terrible thing to taste

(https://i.imgur.com/GI4nsZ9.jpg)
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Post by: IMAmoose24 on March 20, 2018, 01:19:36 pm
Anyone subscribe to Vinyl Me, Please? If so, have any pros and cons to offer?
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Post by: Yada on March 20, 2018, 01:27:54 pm
Anyone subscribe to Vinyl Me, Please? If so, have any pros and cons to offer?

I nearly signed up for it a long time ago, but why not just spend that amount of money per month on an album you really want to buy vs. getting a release you're not too excited about?
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 20, 2018, 01:38:06 pm
Anyone subscribe to Vinyl Me, Please? If so, have any pros and cons to offer?

I nearly signed up for it a long time ago, but why not just spend that amount of money per month on an album you really want to buy vs. getting a release you're not too excited about?
This was exactly my thought process as well.
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Post by: IMAmoose24 on March 20, 2018, 02:21:37 pm
Anyone subscribe to Vinyl Me, Please? If so, have any pros and cons to offer?

I nearly signed up for it a long time ago, but why not just spend that amount of money per month on an album you really want to buy vs. getting a release you're not too excited about?
This was exactly my thought process as well.

According to their website, you can exchange records you receive and have no interest in having with older 'Records Of The Month'. If true, this aspect surprised me and hence why I wanted to reach out to others.
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Post by: Justin Tonation on March 20, 2018, 03:50:54 pm
Anyone subscribe to Vinyl Me, Please? If so, have any pros and cons to offer?

It's the stupidest name for a business ever.
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Post by: hutch on March 20, 2018, 04:03:15 pm
Yup
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Post by: hutch on March 26, 2018, 05:48:50 pm
Based on dyecraig rec I checked out Dig record store in Leesburg and indeed it is a good visit...good stuff!! It is just a little far for me but I will be back
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Post by: dyecraig on March 26, 2018, 07:08:15 pm
Based on dyecraig rec I checked out Dig record store in Leesburg and indeed it is a good visit...good stuff!! It is just a little far for me but I will be back
cool man, everything's a little far for me though.
up in pittsburgh for a few days, a few new(er) places: get hip, vinyl remains, jerry's is still here but new owner, jerry himself is now vinyl man at his warehouse/home - that was an experience.
music to my ear is very high end audio and tons of good used vinyl.
the attic, juke, cruel noise all happening.
worth a weekend trip at least.
and everything within a 20 mile radius.
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Post by: analogfossa on March 27, 2018, 04:51:23 pm
Anyone subscribe to Vinyl Me, Please? If so, have any pros and cons to offer?

I nearly signed up for it a long time ago, but why not just spend that amount of money per month on an album you really want to buy vs. getting a release you're not too excited about?
This was exactly my thought process as well.


According to their website, you can exchange records you receive and have no interest in having with older 'Records Of The Month'. If true, this aspect surprised me and hence why I wanted to reach out to others.

They do! The records they choose are getting better/more diverse. I had a subscription at the beginning of 2016 as a gift but didn't have funds to keep renewing. Best ones so far were first repressing of Gorillaz- Demon Days on red vinyl, Main Source- Breaking Atoms on clear w/ color bleed out of the center, and The Books - The Lemon of Pink on starburst splatter (https://vmp-www.imgix.net/images/THEBOOKS_NEWSITE.original.png?w=1200&h=630)
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Post by: IMAmoose24 on March 28, 2018, 09:10:46 am
Anyone subscribe to Vinyl Me, Please? If so, have any pros and cons to offer?

I nearly signed up for it a long time ago, but why not just spend that amount of money per month on an album you really want to buy vs. getting a release you're not too excited about?
This was exactly my thought process as well.


According to their website, you can exchange records you receive and have no interest in having with older 'Records Of The Month'. If true, this aspect surprised me and hence why I wanted to reach out to others.

They do! The records they choose are getting better/more diverse. I had a subscription at the beginning of 2016 as a gift but didn't have funds to keep renewing. Best ones so far were first repressing of Gorillaz- Demon Days on red vinyl, Main Source- Breaking Atoms on clear w/ color bleed out of the center, and The Books - The Lemon of Pink on starburst splatter (https://vmp-www.imgix.net/images/THEBOOKS_NEWSITE.original.png?w=1200&h=630)

I may still jump in. I looked through the catalog and there are 10-12 I want that I could trade in for in the event the record of the month doesn't do anything for me.
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Post by: bearman🐻 on April 28, 2018, 05:41:28 pm
I’ll be posting a link in a few days to a ridiculous LP collection a friend of mine is selling. He owns a record store in Delaware. I just dropped too much money but found unbelievable stuff. Husker Du, Joy Division, Minor Threat, etc. First pressings, mint, etc.
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Post by: hutch on April 28, 2018, 05:44:26 pm
Post some pics of your scores!!
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Post by: dyecraig on April 28, 2018, 06:58:01 pm
yes, do!
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Post by: bearman🐻 on April 28, 2018, 08:40:39 pm
Post some pics of your scores!!
I’m inept...what’s the easiest way to do that?

Stay posted to this site:
http://www.maxwellsrecords.com/

A ridiculous amount of Hendrix. Tons of 80’s & 90’s band’s. Everything from Superchunk & Soundgarden, Nirvana (including the Love Buzz 7”), Big Black, Fugazi, 80’s Black Flag LPs & singles, Joy Division bootlegs, X, a super cool Italian pressing of “GI” by the Germs, all the Beastie Boys LPs, Janis Joplin, Hot Tuna...I couldn’t keep up. The immaculate record collection of someone who treasured music, kept it totally sacrosanct and elevated it to art. I couldn’t get through it all. There’s too much and most of it is valuable. It would make my friend incredibly happy if you bought stuff and the estate of this guy will appreciate it too. It ain’t cheap but it’s reasonable for what it is. No knockoffs, no cheap imitations. This stuff is the real deal and it’s in great condition. I’ve had dreams of record shopping and today I got to peruse and buy stuff I’ve wanted for 25 years. No shit.
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Post by: dyecraig on April 28, 2018, 10:41:34 pm
dang, will do.
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Post by: hutch on April 29, 2018, 10:44:11 am
I need a nice vinyl score!!! Been kind of dry lately....everybody is now chasing the records....even at record stores I see lots of flippers...
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Post by: dyecraig on April 29, 2018, 10:52:23 am
I need a nice vinyl score!!! Been kind of dry lately....everybody is now chasing the records....even at record stores I see lots of flippers...
that silver spring record fair at denizen's last sunday was cool.
arbutus is a good time as you know.
baltimore record bazaar 5.20
i know it's a pain to negotiate dealing with the beltway, but sundays are pretty light, and these things generally start early.
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Post by: hutch on April 29, 2018, 11:31:01 am
Yeah maybe a good record fair will help!
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Post by: bearman🐻 on April 30, 2018, 08:41:57 am
I'm pretty sure Steve is going to start posting stuff to this link this week. http://www.maxwellsrecords.com/vinyl-continued/

He's already put out some Beck, some Beastie Boys and other stuff. All of it is going to go fast. If there's something in particular you're looking for, it might not hurt to reach out to him at sfallongg@gmail.com. Try not to overwhelm him because he's facing a very large project.

Looking for a mint copy of "Gish" by Smashing Pumpkins on Caroline? He's got it. Jesus Lizard 7" singles on Touch and Go? He's got it. The very first Nirvana single (Love Buzz) from the Sub Pop singles club, numbered 133? Yup. Prepare to pay through the nose on that one. This stuff won't be priced cheap, but it'll be priced to move. I was playing all my stuff last night, and it sounds/plays great. I'm pretty sure that he's still got Husker Du "Everything Falls Apart" (original on Reflex) and "Land Speed Record" (on New Alliance), both with original lyric sheets. Early pressings of "New Day Rising" and "Flip Your Wig". The "Warehouse" promo double LP with interviews. Pretty much every Soundgarden LP. I didn't even get to peruse the crate of Hendrix. So many 7" singles....probably hundreds, if not a couple thousand. Some stuff is hard to price. The Australian and French Joy Division bootlegs were difficult to figure out. I put those back. I could have easily spent a small fortune. As it is, I tried to stick to stuff I wanted to help complete existing bands I collect on vinyl. I'm now nearly done with Husker Du.

My haul included:

Husker Du -- Zen Arcade (early pressing, autographed by all of the band)
Husker Du -- Candy Apple Grey (original pressing)
Husker Du -- Don't Want to Know if You Are Lonely 7"
Husker Du -- Statues 7"
Husker Du -- In a Free Land 7" (original pressing)
Husker Du -- Could You Be the One 12"
Husker Du -- Ice Cold Ice 12"
Joy Division -- Closer (second pressing)
Joy Divison  -- Love Will Tear Us Apart 12" (1983 pressing)
Minor Threat -- LP (the 2 7" singles reissued, 1987 pressing)
Nirvana -- Sliver 12" (original pressing)
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Post by: bearman🐻 on April 30, 2018, 12:23:11 pm
Up for grabs at Gidgets Gadjets today...

Prince -- Graffiti Bridge
Hendrix -- Electric Ladyland (naked cover)
Parliament -- Live P Funk Earth Tour
Hendrix -- Midnight Lightning
Johnny Cash -- American V: A Hundred Highways

(there was a bunch of the Cash LPs from American...a bunch other Prince too)
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Post by: Yada on April 30, 2018, 01:29:01 pm
Up for grabs at Gidgets Gadjets today...

Prince -- Graffiti Bridge
Hendrix -- Electric Ladyland (naked cover)
Parliament -- Live P Funk Earth Tour
Hendrix -- Midnight Lightning
Johnny Cash -- American V: A Hundred Highways

(there was a bunch of the Cash LPs from American...a bunch other Prince too)

I'm either looking at the wrong page(s) or these aren't up yet?
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on April 30, 2018, 01:31:51 pm
I don't see them, either.
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Post by: bearman🐻 on April 30, 2018, 02:18:28 pm
Steve Fallon (ex-Maxwell's club owner and Coyote records founder) is the one putting stuff up. He may have just put it up on his Facebook page...Gidgets Gadgets is his store in Rehoboth Beach, which is where he's selling most of the stuff. Right now it's just coming out piecemeal. But if you follow him on Facebook, if there's something you see he puts up that you like, you should be able to buy online.
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Post by: Yada on April 30, 2018, 02:27:27 pm
Steve Fallon (ex-Maxwell's club owner and Coyote records founder) is the one putting stuff up. He may have just put it up on his Facebook page...Gidgets Gadgets is his store in Rehoboth Beach, which is where he's selling most of the stuff. Right now it's just coming out piecemeal. But if you follow him on Facebook, if there's something you see he puts up that you like, you should be able to buy online.

Following... Hmm.. So would I message him direct or post on his comment wall? At any rate, thanks for sharing!
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 30, 2018, 02:50:20 pm
Looking for a mint copy of "Gish" by Smashing Pumpkins on Caroline? He's got it.
This would make a great gift for the certified weblebrity in your life.
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Post by: bearman🐻 on April 30, 2018, 03:18:44 pm
Steve Fallon (ex-Maxwell's club owner and Coyote records founder) is the one putting stuff up. He may have just put it up on his Facebook page...Gidgets Gadgets is his store in Rehoboth Beach, which is where he's selling most of the stuff. Right now it's just coming out piecemeal. But if you follow him on Facebook, if there's something you see he puts up that you like, you should be able to buy online.

Following... Hmm.. So would I message him direct or post on his comment wall? At any rate, thanks for sharing!

Either way I think he'd be fine with you reaching out! It'll make his life easier to know he's got some excited new customers to help take some of this stuff off his hands.
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Post by: hutch on April 30, 2018, 05:23:07 pm
I have a fully signed candy apple grey...definitely treasured


Maxwells/coyote was really cool


I will be on eastern shore this summer and try and check out his store
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Post by: bearman🐻 on May 01, 2018, 10:00:45 am
Hutch, it's been voted best record store in Delaware. Not because it's got some huge inventory, but because you'll always walk in and find something special. He sold me a Dr. Hook LP signed by Iggy Pop (great story behind that one), first pressing of "Crazy Rhythms" by the Feelies, all kinds of special, wonderful stuff that has come in over the years. A lot of stuff doesn't stick around because someone will see it and impulse buy it. I found a Talking Heads promo with a track listing hand written by David Byrne. That's one of the cooler things I have found. And given some supposed handwriting samples I've found online, I'd say it's legit. But Steve doesn't sell stuff that isn't, which is why buying from him is always a safe bet. He sold me a great Peter Buck LP that you'd never even know was a treasure, but I walked in and he was playing it and I was like "what IS this? It's great!". I can't sing his praises enough.
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Post by: Yada on May 03, 2018, 12:57:11 pm
@bearman, talked to your buddy Steve... WOW.

Sounds like an insane collection and I'll be paying a visit during our family vacation this summer. Talk about a gold mine of treasures, however, most likely way way way way out of the range that I'd ever pay for a record. The Midnight Vultures was for $320!!
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Post by: bearman🐻 on May 03, 2018, 01:21:24 pm
@bearman, talked to your buddy Steve... WOW.

Sounds like an insane collection and I'll be paying a visit during our family vacation this summer. Talk about a gold mine of treasures, however, most likely way way way way out of the range that I'd ever pay for a record. The Midnight Vultures was for $320!!

Yeah...there were a LOT of things that I had to put back because I couldn't buy it all. BUT, if there's something that you really want to have, it doesn't hurt to check with him and see if he can give you a quote. The thing is that some folks (crazy-ass collectors) will pay for a bunch of this stuff. I had to cough up some dough for the stuff I wanted. But when I started playing everything, I was so content. It was exciting and fun for me. But seriously, the collection is a once-in-a-lifetime batch of stuff. It's magnificent. I'm glad that you had a chance to talk to him. 
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Post by: Justin Tonation on May 09, 2018, 01:35:48 pm
Vinyl bullshit at its shittiest. (https://bleep.com/release/100333-kaitlyn-aurelia-smith-abstractions?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=tweet&utm_campaign=Abstractions)

Abstractions is a live score for the film of the same name by visual artist Harry Everett Smith, composed as a single, continuous piece. Make Noise have cut it in two halves so it can be absorbed on the format that KAS's music is most perfectly suited to.



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Post by: sweetcell on May 18, 2018, 01:39:04 pm
“High Definition Vinyl” Is Happening, Possibly as Early as Next Year
With a new $4.8 million investment, an Austrian startup says it could have “HD vinyl” in stores by 2019
https://pitchfork.com/news/high-definition-vinyl-is-happening-possibly-as-early-as-next-year/ (https://pitchfork.com/news/high-definition-vinyl-is-happening-possibly-as-early-as-next-year/)

great, just great.
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Post by: vansmack on May 18, 2018, 02:20:39 pm
What year is it?
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Post by: sweetcell on May 18, 2018, 03:34:27 pm
What year is it?

you're talking to vinyl-heads.  time froze sometime around 1983.
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Post by: vansmack on May 18, 2018, 04:12:19 pm
What year is it?

you're talking to vinyl-heads.  time froze sometime around 1983.

This is the only correct answer to the question so far.  Thank you.
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Post by: hutch on May 18, 2018, 04:57:44 pm
So when you stream do you get the booklet with recording info?
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 18, 2018, 05:17:59 pm
So when you stream do you get the booklet with recording info?
I don't understand why labels don't make this info available
they already made the art for the cd/vinyl ...why can't they just put it online
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 08, 2018, 09:20:42 am
I don't know what year this is from (a Santana album)...but some odd statements
..the best for less!
hours of continuous and uninterrupted listening pleasure

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/34906049_10157437380109027_709784813573242880_n.jpg?_nc_cat=0&oh=3f755bbef68104baa97edaa1fb8a59f8&oe=5BACB77A)
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Post by: hutch on June 08, 2018, 09:29:56 am
I don’t see what’s weird...they just meant you could play it over and over again

Probably 1969 based on inner sleeve history of Columbia Records
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 08, 2018, 09:33:31 am
this is a great ....Museum Of Obsolete Media
http://www.obsoletemedia.org/audio/

I will say...it is impressive that Vinyl has outlasted all these formats

man... should start collecting piano rolls
Piano roll (1883 – 2008)
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Post by: vansmack on June 12, 2018, 08:35:02 pm
You guys should consider doing the same....

https://lp.reverb.com/articles/moby-lp-shop-preview
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Post by: bearman🐻 on June 13, 2018, 08:01:55 am
You guys should consider doing the same....

https://lp.reverb.com/articles/moby-lp-shop-preview

Nobody will care if I start auctioning off stuff though. Unless you care about first pressing Husker Du stuff and rare Catherine Wheel EPs.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 25, 2018, 11:53:26 am
Ok...technically not Vinyl...but leans heavy towards it The first ever ‘National Album Day’ has been announced (https://www.nme.com/news/music/the-first-ever-national-album-day-has-been-announced-2358072)

A social media campaign (@AlbumDayUK / #NationalAlbumDay) will invite people to nominate and share the album that has most inspired them and at 3.33pm on 13th October – National Album Day – fans, stores, radio stations and public spaces will be invited to play their favourite album in full.
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Post by: dyecraig on July 25, 2018, 12:05:28 pm
Ok...technically not Vinyl...but leans heavy towards it The first ever ‘National Album Day’ has been announced (https://www.nme.com/news/music/the-first-ever-national-album-day-has-been-announced-2358072)

A social media campaign (@AlbumDayUK / #NationalAlbumDay) will invite people to nominate and share the album that has most inspired them and at 3.33pm on 13th October – National Album Day – fans, stores, radio stations and public spaces will be invited to play their favourite album in full.


every day is, etc...


but that IS cool, sidehatch.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 25, 2018, 12:26:34 pm
3.33pm on 13th October – National Album Day – fans, stores, radio stations and public spaces will be invited to play their favourite album in full.[/i]

every day is, etc...


but that IS cool, sidehatch.
so at 3.55 PM does everyone have to flip their record to listen to the other side

(When cut at 33 rpm the records hold about 22 minutes of music per side. (https://standardvinyl.com/vinyl-pressing/12-inch-records/))
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 13, 2018, 06:03:42 pm
are we going to need a CD's aren't dead yet... thread soon

'Hipster kryptonite': will CDs ever have a resurgence?  (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2018/aug/08/cds-resurgence-hipster-kryptonite-compact-discs-vinyl-format-music?)
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Post by: hutch on August 13, 2018, 06:17:59 pm
are we going to need a CD's aren't dead yet... thread soon

'Hipster kryptonite': will CDs ever have a resurgence?  (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2018/aug/08/cds-resurgence-hipster-kryptonite-compact-discs-vinyl-format-music?)

A lot of cds are highly collectible but most of them (overwhelmingly) are worthless and I don’t see that ever changing...any audiophile mfsl or certain Japanese or early issues with unique mastering can be worth hundreds...rare early “targets”


And then there are amazing compilations well worth having..or deluxe editions

Also as cds increasingly go out of print it’s feasible that some will become collectible

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Post by: Justin Tonation on August 13, 2018, 06:35:31 pm
are we going to need a CD's aren't dead yet... thread soon

'Hipster kryptonite': will CDs ever have a resurgence?  (https://www.theguardian.com/music/2018/aug/08/cds-resurgence-hipster-kryptonite-compact-discs-vinyl-format-music?)

A lot of cds are highly collectible but most of them (overwhelmingly) are worthless

True for all formats, especially vinyl. It's funny when alleged collectors see pictures like this:

(https://www.vinylengine.com/turntable_forum/download/file.php?id=19147&mode=view)

and think "OMG! So much treasure!". Uh, no.
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Post by: hutch on August 13, 2018, 09:02:28 pm
You never know...


Look at what DJ Shadow did with vinyl garbage....
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 20, 2018, 02:28:30 pm
(https://ris3l4h6d4-flywheel.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Greg-Cartwright.png)
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Post by: Justin Tonation on September 20, 2018, 02:57:54 pm
I know that record is supposed to say Brahms but if you squint, it kind of looks like Branca.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 18, 2018, 04:23:17 pm
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/44386668_10157758730498776_4241033592072830976_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&oh=30369de6d1fba199bc2b0d648d0829d5&oe=5C57E372)
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Post by: Justin Tonation on January 07, 2019, 04:19:23 pm
Vintage Vinyl record store coming to Broadneck Peninsula (AA County) (https://www.capitalgazette.com/neighborhoods/ac-cn-around-broadneck-0107-story.html)
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on January 07, 2019, 04:41:50 pm
A small, but very well curated, record store has went in two blocks from my house and I now find a slow trickle of my money going out every weekend when I'm out walking.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 17, 2019, 02:18:17 pm
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/49840201_2155075927865319_8184024843537088512_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=593f19a8510dddad5638124063d9be40&oe=5CBD67FE)
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Post by: hutch on January 17, 2019, 02:53:29 pm
I went to the first!!!!
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Post by: dyecraig on January 17, 2019, 03:33:07 pm
I went to the first!!!!
Me too. Not as fun anymore. But I'll probably go anyway.
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Post by: hutch on January 17, 2019, 03:41:06 pm
It really is not as fun.....but I hope to make it


I always walk away with 10 but that first one I got so much I had to call for help to get them home!! I had no car and I must’ve picked up 40

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Post by: vansmack on January 18, 2019, 03:42:00 pm
Closed by July, or does it make it Labor Day?

Bandcamp to Open it's first Record Store (https://www.engadget.com/2019/01/18/bandcamp-california-record-store/)
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on January 18, 2019, 04:22:27 pm
I'll take the under on that.
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Post by: vansmack on January 24, 2019, 03:49:58 pm
Last night, new neighbors had me and the Mrs over for dinner.  At least 5 or 6 times the hosts had to get up and go the other room to either turn the record over or find a new one to listen to.

Surely, we're better than this as a society, right?
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Post by: ggw on January 24, 2019, 04:06:19 pm
Last night, new neighbors had me and the Mrs over for dinner.  At least 5 or 6 times the hosts had to get up and go the other room to either turn the record over or find a new one to listen to.

Surely, we're better than this as a society, right?

New neighbor sounds like a rookie.  This issue was addressed decades ago:

(http://www.oaktreevintage.com/web_photos/Stereo_Turntables_CD/BSR-McDonald_550_Stacker-Changer_turntable_with-6LP_stack_web.jpg)
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Post by: vansmack on January 24, 2019, 04:18:15 pm
New neighbor sounds like a rookie.  This issue was addressed decades ago:

But does it shuffle?

I don't even think that can play both sides....
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 24, 2019, 04:32:25 pm
you live in San Francisco....deal with it
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Post by: Justin Tonation on January 24, 2019, 04:41:55 pm
New neighbor sounds like a rookie.  This issue was addressed decades ago:

But does it shuffle?

I don't even think that can play both sides....

Reminds me that multi-record sets used to be pressed with changers in mind. Ooh, all that pwecious vinyl goes **plop** **grind**....
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 24, 2019, 04:57:59 pm
New neighbor sounds like a rookie.  This issue was addressed decades ago:

But does it shuffle?

I don't even think that can play both sides....
this one can play both sides...although you have time travel to 1980 to get it
SHARP VZ-3000
(https://www.thevinylfactory.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/sharp_optonica_vz-3000_radio_cassette_record_player.jpg)
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on January 24, 2019, 05:03:51 pm
^^ That's wild.
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Post by: hutch on January 24, 2019, 05:39:52 pm
For a serious dinner a cd is preferable sometimes....so as to not have to get up

Lp players that play a stack basically trash your vinyl

Some guests get a huge kick out of playing lps
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Post by: Yada on January 24, 2019, 11:41:13 pm
For a serious dinner a cd is preferable sometimes....so as to not have to get up

Lp players that play a stack basically trash your vinyl

Some guests get a huge kick out of playing lps

Or a fancy streaming service...

Spinning records is fun when you're hanging with a few friends on the couch, not entertaining folks for the night.
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Post by: hutch on January 25, 2019, 12:27:19 am
Probably....
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Post by: vansmack on January 25, 2019, 01:12:19 pm
What's a CD?  Do we need a new thread to explain this new fangled technology?
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on January 25, 2019, 01:32:52 pm
What's a CD?  Do we need a new thread to explain this new fangled technology?
Consumer directed care is where a Medicaid recipient, instead of going through a company or a registry, hires their caregiver directly and CMS reimburses. You can usually still monetize it by charging finders-fees and doing the required 90-day nursing supervisory visits, though.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 25, 2019, 02:48:37 pm
What's a CD?  Do we need a new thread to explain this new fangled technology?
I thought this was the definition : a certificate issued by a bank to a person depositing money for a specified length of time.
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Post by: hutch on January 25, 2019, 03:11:16 pm
Even as a vinyl enthusiast I still enjoy thinking of the glory days of the cd...I was at ground zero...Japan

By 85 I was in Silicon Valley


It’s hard to imagine but there was a time cds where hot and they cost $16 ...and it was 30 years ago.,,I wonder what the purchasing power equivalent is today


Not to mention the longbox


Ah good times

The cd was exciting back then.,.even sexy



In japan you went to the big 10 floor department section and the sound floor blew you away...rows and rows of the first cds ever made...big screen TVs...laserdiscs everywhere blasting things like never ending story...everything expensive but cutting edge
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Post by: hutch on January 25, 2019, 03:23:39 pm
Actually in Japan cds were about $30 ..about $80 in today’s money for that Billy Joel cd!

And people gladly paid it

Crazy
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Post by: Justin Tonation on January 25, 2019, 03:49:41 pm
I first read about the CD in a 1980 High Fidelity article about competing digital formats. To me, the CD was by far the most well-thought-out format and I picked it to be the eventual winner. It wasn't that I was being particularly smart; almost anybody with interest in audio formats would have done the same.
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Post by: hutch on January 27, 2019, 02:21:35 pm
Man that is the second or third dc record fair in a row that has left a lot to be desired


It’s now mainly ripoff artists ...people selling zep 4 for $40 don’t do it for me

It used to be worth it despite bad lighting and the huge crowd that makes it such a pain but if there are so few finds it’s hardly worth it any more....

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Post by: dyecraig on January 27, 2019, 04:18:18 pm
I lasted just under an hour. Picked up a Michigan and Smiley LP, Cynthia Connolly was really nice and signed a copy of Banned in DC and bought a Smash t-shirt for wifey. Too dark too crowded too many crap records for way too much. I'll pass next time. So many cooler and smaller shows at the breweries, pop-ups, etc.
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Post by: hutch on January 27, 2019, 04:30:59 pm
Yeah I think this was my final one...it’s now an event to rip off hipsters that don’t know any better....I found myself wandering around thinking “what am I doing here?”

The bad light is a killer not sure why organizers don’t care and keep going back....

I saw some truly laughable prices...$200!for a Floyd bootleg!

The decline started a while ago but now it’s just too much
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Post by: TheREALHunter on January 27, 2019, 06:53:53 pm
I was on the fence about attending and started heading in that direction but on the way stopped at CD Cellar and dropped a bill there so I figured I'd go home before potentially spending any more...also figured it would be crowded with shitty lighting so thanks for the feedback to confirm what I was already thinking and making me feel better about missing it.
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Post by: hutch on January 28, 2019, 10:40:00 am
Listening to my scores I guess I did better than I thought....

The Elis Regina and Delroy Wilson are good pickups...the Mingus is a nice original six eye even if cover is messed up...paid about $65 total...but man was there a lot of overpriced garbage there

(https://i.ibb.co/hZhmZwS/FB25-AEDF-D8-A1-477-B-8-CFB-F42107374-CA2.jpg) (https://ibb.co/fnBxnLs)
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 28, 2019, 05:34:21 pm
record store day line up (https://s3.amazonaws.com/recordstoreday/2019/2019_RSD_PUBLIC.pdf)

Highlights include vinyl editions of Robyn’s 2010 album Body Talk, Death Grips’ “Steroids (Crouching Tiger Hidden Gabber Megamix),” Bob Dylan’s Blood on the Tracks: Original New York Test Pressing, Soccer Mommy’s 2016 release For Young Hearts, Weezer’s Teal Album and Dusty Gems and Raw Nuggets, and Moses Sumney’s Black in Deep Red, 2014.

Additional releases include new music from the Flaming Lips, Julien Baker, Courtney Barnett, Jeff Tweedy, and Broken Social Scene. There will also be vinyl releases for the soundtracks of “Twin Peaks,” Bohemian Rhapsody, “Breaking Bad,” “The Sopranos,” and Spider-Man™: Into the Spider-Verse, as well as a vinyl compilation from Marc Maron’s “WTF” podcast.

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Post by: hutch on February 28, 2019, 05:46:15 pm
I want the Bob Dylan artifact
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Post by: dyecraig on March 18, 2019, 09:44:16 am
Red Onion is closing up shop soon and will be reopening in Hyattsville in the fall.
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Post by: challenged on March 18, 2019, 11:09:53 am
Ex Hex, buy the record, free In-Store performance
Crooked Beat Records, Alexandria
Sunday March 24
First 50 purchasers only
https://www.instagram.com/p/BvCwNBoBdZQ/
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on March 18, 2019, 11:28:42 am
Enjoyed their show at the Doc Martens store on Georgetown. Shame you cant just order the record. Not going all the way to Alexandria to buy it.
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Post by: challenged on March 18, 2019, 11:32:17 am
Enjoyed their show at the Doc Martens store on Georgetown. Shame you cant just order the record. Not going all the way to Alexandria to buy it.

Yeah. That was a fun In-Store. Bagley still regrets not attending, but doesn't want to be reminded of that.
I am not going to make the effort for this either. Will very likely go to the 930 show though.
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Post by: vansmack on March 18, 2019, 12:10:58 pm
Lovin that album.  Thanks Bearman for he tip.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 20, 2019, 09:33:53 pm
seems like a jump the shark moment for vinyl
This new vinyl record is completely silent on both sides (https://thevinylfactory.com/news/this-new-vinyl-record-is-completely-silent-on-both-sides/)
(https://thevinylfactory.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/SilentMeditation-B2-1.jpg)
Note: this does not require a record player to be fully enjoyed
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Post by: sweetcell on March 20, 2019, 11:44:13 pm
This new vinyl record is completely silent on both sides (https://thevinylfactory.com/news/this-new-vinyl-record-is-completely-silent-on-both-sides/)

except that it won't be silent because it's vinyl - so you'll have hiss, pops, and all of the other artifacts that make vinyl superior to any other physical media.

also completely derivative... Cage did it better, and in 1952 at that.

Note: this does not require a record player to be fully enjoyed

between this and "Head here to order a copy via its Kickstarter crowdfunding page… or, you know, just turn your record player off" i got some good lols.
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 21, 2019, 08:54:31 am
except that it won't be silent because it's vinyl - so you'll have hiss, pops, and all of the other artifacts that make vinyl superior to any other physical media.
You forgot to log into the vansmack account.
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Post by: hutch on March 21, 2019, 09:10:16 am
As John Peel famously said vinyl like life has surface noise
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Post by: dyecraig on March 21, 2019, 09:28:21 am
This new vinyl record is completely silent on both sides (https://thevinylfactory.com/news/this-new-vinyl-record-is-completely-silent-on-both-sides/)

except that it won't be silent because it's vinyl - so you'll have hiss, pops, and all of the other artifacts that make vinyl superior to any other physical media.

also completely derivative... Cage did it better, and in 1952 at that.

Note: this does not require a record player to be fully enjoyed

between this and "Head here to order a copy via its Kickstarter crowdfunding page… or, you know, just turn your record player off" i got some good lols.

And I have that one by Marcel Marceau, except it's a live recording.
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Post by: sweetcell on March 21, 2019, 06:54:56 pm
except that it won't be silent because it's vinyl - so you'll have hiss, pops, and all of the other artifacts that make vinyl superior to any other form of recording.
You forgot to log into the vansmack account.

no no, the sweetcell persona fully claims this position.  my use of the term "physical media" might put the reader on the wrong trail, so i changed it in the quote above. 

vinyl junkies claim that LPs "sound best", and they don't. they sound like vinyl, which has it's own sound - and that isn't what the artist heard when they made the music.  no one mixes & masters a record, the pressed a vinyl copy to do the final assessment.  when artists/producers/mixers/etc. say "this album is done, this is what i want to release to the world" it isn't filled with hiss, pops, wow, flutter, and all the other artifacts that come with vinyl.  you'll never convince me that vinyl is superior to a CD, because the CD is much much closer to what the artist heard in the studio.

analogy: you're free to believe that visiting an art gallery with green-tinged glasses is the best way of viewing art, and rock on, but i'd rather see the art as the artist intended - unfiltered.

As John Peel famously said vinyl like life has surface noise

and if you like a layer of surface noise over your music, awesome - vinyl is for you.  personally i prefer my music without it.  YMMV.


i'm pretty sure that most readers will find this post to be a boring rehash of a debate that died (or should have died) 20 years ago.  i can also confidently predict predict that vansmack currently has a sharp pain between C3 and C4 due to shaking his head back and forth so violently (or a he has a newly flat forehead).
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Post by: grateful on March 21, 2019, 07:40:51 pm
I cant play records in my car.
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Post by: hutch on April 10, 2019, 05:24:21 pm
Anyone hitting Record Store Day?


I am going to try to find the Bob Dylan Blood on the tracks test pressing replica


Probably will stand in line for first time in years
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 10, 2019, 05:31:09 pm
I cant play records in my car.
If Cassius Clay could...why can't you
(http://i.imgur.com/YUtxa45.jpg)
Although I notice he doesn't have to bother with those pesky seat belts that keep you from being thrown clear
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on April 10, 2019, 06:36:20 pm
I cant play records in my car.
If Cassius Clay could...why can't you

if you think wow and flutter is bad now, wait 'til you hit a pothole...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 10, 2019, 06:44:36 pm
My best music listening by far these days  is in the car

All cds


You can really crank it an immerse yourself


No distractions no kids
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 10, 2019, 06:53:18 pm
Like right now with love and rockets sweet fa


This album has grown on me so much....

Daniel ash in that dark spooky voice with layers upon layers of fuzz guitar

In David j’s book he writes at length about recording at rubin’s place...crazy shit

Why am I in my car? Waiting on my kid who is at his social group thing
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: IMAmoose24 on April 11, 2019, 07:57:55 am
Anyone hitting Record Store Day?


I am going to try to find the Bob Dylan Blood on the tracks test pressing replica


Probably will stand in line for first time in years

I''ll be getting up early for it but do not expect to grab much. No. 1 on my list is the Aretha Franklin Box Set. This year's offerings are weak IMO.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 11, 2019, 08:07:58 am
I am so glad I don’t get into 45s


Like in this case wouldn’t it be better to have a $1 copy of her first Atlantic lp in mono?


But then again I collect crazy stuff too so I get it
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: IMAmoose24 on April 11, 2019, 08:28:12 am
I am so glad I don’t get into 45s


Like in this case wouldn’t it be better to have a $1 copy of her first Atlantic lp in mono?


But then again I collect crazy stuff too so I get it

Certainly falls into the collector's item category. Very impractical for listening. You are smart for staying clear.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 11, 2019, 09:04:29 am
in the jump the shark teritory
as if this format was already impractical for the modern era...in 2019 they decide to release a new vinyl format~!>?
can play 3-inch records only
(http://www.brooklynvegan.com/files/2019/01/crosley-three-inch-record-player.jpg?w=630&h=420&zc=1&s=0&a=t&q=89)

Crosley has revealed that the RSD3 will come with a 3-inch vinyl record of Big Me by the Foo Fighters to get folks started on their micro-vinyl journey. Independent record labels will be releasing more 3-inch records throughout 2019, including Bad Religion's My Sanity, Ruby Soho from Rancid and Jack White's Love Interruption.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on April 11, 2019, 09:22:41 am
Anyone hitting Record Store Day?


I am going to try to find the Bob Dylan Blood on the tracks test pressing replica


Probably will stand in line for first time in years

Not thrilled with the list, but would like the new Tweedy, Insurgence DC, mono Saucerful, 1st Yes & Roxy remixes. Afternoon event at Mobius looks fun.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 13, 2019, 11:30:39 am
I bought one item...the Dylan test pressing...spinning it now...it sounds fabulous


CD Cellar has to rent an extra cash register for RSD or something...took an hour to check out!


I had the Bardot, REM, Floyd in my hands but passed on them


I got to store at 740 and there where 30 people in line...I nabbed next to last Dylan...they could have sold 100 easy

I would have bought the Augustus Pablo but someoumust have beat me to it...same maybe with Dekker

But all I really wanted was the Dylan

Of course record has a slight warp but does not affect play...still I went on Amazon and bought another copy for $33 plus shipping...an essential lp...at the store I bought it for $23

Maybe last time I do RSD...just really needed the BOTT...my favorite album for many years...At the time one could only dream of a replica test press

Some people dropped huge bucks...a couple in front of me -seemed to be from a eastern or Central European country paid $430!!!!

I also bought a strange used lp called Silver Apples of the Moon by Morton Subotnick for $1

CD Cellar could probably stand to give some freebies out to people who stood in line for hours but bottom line is they keep their prices low....I bet some stores charged double for the Dylan (am looking at you Blue Groove)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 13, 2019, 01:21:52 pm
Did anyone who queued up today see a trailer for a shitty movie for loser teens?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 13, 2019, 02:02:37 pm
Did anyone who queued up today see a trailer for a shitty movie for loser teens?

On brand (ie, asshole)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: nkotb on April 13, 2019, 02:59:32 pm
In Julian's defense I'm sure a few people waiting in line probably watched it on their phone

Did anyone who queued up today see a trailer for a shitty movie for loser teens?

On brand (ie, asshole)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 13, 2019, 03:41:49 pm
There was phone watching....
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on April 14, 2019, 11:49:18 pm
could someone explain to me the attraction of a mono pressing?  isn't that a step down in terms of sonic experience?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: IMAmoose24 on April 15, 2019, 08:20:05 am
CD Cellar could probably stand to give some freebies out to people who stood in line for hours but bottom line is they keep their prices low....I bet some stores charged double for the Dylan (am looking at you Blue Groove)

I got hooked with a couple freebies @ blue groove Saturday morning. Not sure if this was a common experience or if I lucked out.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 15, 2019, 08:27:51 am
It’s pretty standard for the first 30-50 in line at most places...Blue Groove prices notwithstanding does the best job in terms of getting everything and getting the most copies...the store of course is tiny which can make shopping there challenging ...I live 5 blocks from there

Different stores will do different things...one year Som gave the first so many people in line like $50 gift certificates to the shop! I think Neal has soured a bit on RSD as have I....imagine the cash outlay the stores have to in advance...must be huge...

Did you get what you were after Schulz? I did not see the Aretha 45 set at CD Cellar but did see the Al Green
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: IMAmoose24 on April 15, 2019, 09:19:09 am
Did you get what you were after Schulz? I did not see the Aretha 45 set at CD Cellar but did see the Al Green

Missed out on the final Aretha 45 @ blue groove. There were half a dozen or so Al Greens left there. The $200 sticker was too rich for my blood.

Decided to pick up a couple live records (Ramones NYE and Otis @ Monterey). Owner threw in Charlie Parker and Mark Ronson for free. Couldn't thank him enough.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 15, 2019, 09:31:25 am
Wow...that’s awesome

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: IMAmoose24 on April 15, 2019, 10:25:25 am
Have to admit that last week's convo regarding 45s has made me reevaluate this particular hobby.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 15, 2019, 10:34:01 am
All I am saying is there are plenty of copies of Aretha’s first Atlantic Record out there to be had for a buck or three....mono or stereo

When I find her original classic 45s for a buck or less I often get them...the sound on the original 45s is great...the best sound for those songs...but they don’t come with picture sleeves and they can be hard to find mint


Often new reissues of 45s from the glory days just aren’t of the same quality even if mint
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 15, 2019, 06:39:26 pm
could someone explain to me the attraction of a mono pressing?  isn't that a step down in terms of sonic experience?

Well a mono mix and a stereo mix are just different mixes...so you have to look at it on a case by case basis but I will say this regarding Blue Notes....the stereo mixes tend to have one instrument coming out entirely through one speaker and another through the other which makes it weird and unnatural...although the Blue Bote mono mixes after stereo started coming out are just fold downs of the stereo they sound more natural to me

In the case of most rock records til about 67 the band and producers and engineers and mixers tended to spend a lot of time on the mono mix while the stereo mix was seen as an afterthought so for example with Dylan or Beatles or Stones the mono mix is the one...some stereo mixes like the early Stones are fake stereo outright...

But it’s pretty complicated and generalizations are foolish
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 16, 2019, 07:56:04 am
But it’s pretty complicated and generalizations are foolish
sounds like a good description of Americans ;)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on April 16, 2019, 06:06:56 pm
Was in Charleston, SC for the weekend. Did not go to RSD, but on Monday went to Record Stop in downtown Charleston. Saw a cool-looking Dream Syndicate reissue, and said something aloud about it and the owner of the store said "I saw Dream Syndicate open for REM a long time ago." I said "Me too, Where?" He said "Long Island." I said "good skates roller rink in Setauket" and he said "yes." Small world.  Anyway, I bought a regular copy of Ziggy Stardust, because I don't have it on vinyl, and Dyecraig's constant Bowie Instagram posts made me feel [EDIT] that I needed to have this.

Also, Bagley bought me the REM at Purple Narwhal.
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Post by: dyecraig on April 16, 2019, 07:13:12 pm
Anyway, I bought a regular copy of Ziggy Stardust, because I don't have it on vinyl, and Dyecraig's constant Bowie Instagram posts made me fell that I needed to have this.


Glad I could help you out.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on April 16, 2019, 09:07:56 pm
Anyway, I bought a regular copy of Ziggy Stardust, because I don't have it on vinyl, and Dyecraig's constant Bowie Instagram posts made me fell that I needed to have this.


Glad I could help you out.

Its teamwork that makes the dreamwork.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 16, 2019, 09:16:54 pm
Vinyl reissue of the soundtrack for the musical episode of Buffy The Vampire Slayer for the first time in 15 years drops in June.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 17, 2019, 04:37:51 pm
Bandcamp introduces vinyl pressing service for small bands/labels (https://pitchfork.com/news/bandcamp-announces-new-vinyl-pressing-service/)

"Vansmack wept."
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 19, 2019, 03:49:00 pm
Hutch...please tell me you have this...
(https://www.picclickimg.com/d/l400/pict/132188759004_/David-Soul-Self-Titled-1976-Debut-UK-Pressing.jpg)
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on April 20, 2019, 08:45:04 am
Bagley bought me the REM at Purple Narwhal.

Impressive. I heard RSD was a disaster there. The record is a bit of a disaster as well.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 20, 2019, 09:06:05 am
I held it in my hands but passed it on to a friend...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 06, 2019, 05:56:17 pm
Mr Rogers literately cuts a record (https://youtu.be/8D0Aan4myoE)!

this line was precious "I guess that's why they call it a turntable, because it looks like a little round table and turns"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on September 05, 2019, 07:51:17 pm
they forgot to mention the hiss and pops:

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/69739889_10217770479926075_6569906842992902144_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&_nc_oc=AQkTSTJRT8M4hBZVkVdLZNByIvUC1d6eQjTETKmHjf9LP96faQzVCfunQVMNl8wAqmA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=38d8d47cc7f8489b87a5637488714564&oe=5DC95D93)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on September 16, 2019, 06:56:00 pm
jesus h on a pogo stick:

Vinyl Is Poised to Outsell CDs For the First Time Since 1986 (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/vinyl-cds-revenue-growth-riaa-880959)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on September 16, 2019, 07:18:22 pm
If you read the article they are talking about revenues not units sold and it’s a pittance

Lps are a small niche
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on September 16, 2019, 08:15:19 pm
Just goes to show how damn expensive vinyl is. Now if you'll excuse me, I'm about to buy this 8-CD set of Mozart piano sonatas and variations by Daniel Barenboim for $20, new.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on September 16, 2019, 08:17:48 pm
Just goes to show how damn expensive vinyl is. Now if you'll excuse me, I'm about to buy this 8-CD set of Mozart piano sonatas and variations by Daniel Barenboim for $20, new.


Exactly

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on October 02, 2019, 02:48:02 pm
Pretentious Friend Only Listens To Podcasts On Vinyl

(https://thehardtimes.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/3ef7b65d-1f22-4023-a3d1-5b118f9cc56a.jpg)

 (https://thehardtimes.net/news/pretentious-friend-listens-podcasts-vinyl/)

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on October 02, 2019, 02:51:19 pm
Pretentious Friend Only Listens To Podcasts On Vinyl

(https://thehardtimes.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/3ef7b65d-1f22-4023-a3d1-5b118f9cc56a.jpg)

 (https://thehardtimes.net/news/pretentious-friend-listens-podcasts-vinyl/)


This is something Vinyl Me, Please would do.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on October 02, 2019, 03:54:54 pm
"it can get irritating when people trip over my power cord at the gym"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on October 04, 2019, 05:34:28 pm
Tinder Date Abruptly Ends After Woman Spots Crosley Turntable in Man’s Apartment (https://thehardtimes.net/culture/tinder-date-abruptly-ends-after-woman-spots-crosley-turntable-in-mans-apartment/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on October 13, 2019, 08:39:51 am
http://dchifigroup.proboards.com/thread/115/dchfg-rummage-sale-gear-update?page=1&scrollTo=337
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on October 13, 2019, 10:20:22 am
Hmmm. Can't vouch for the equipment but the vinyl prices aren't impressive.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on October 13, 2019, 09:16:16 pm
They sell vinyl in Target. 

Tell me when it's dead, hipsters...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on October 18, 2019, 03:37:51 pm
Fellow forumers,

Here is my situation...

I recently had to take down all of my audio gear and have set everything up again.

I have a very simple set up with a music hall turntable >>> pre amp >>> amp/receiver >>> out to B+W CM8s that are approximately eight years old.

When audio comes out through Sonos or the TV, everything is perfectly crisp and clean.

When audio is coming from my turntable, certain pieces of music almost sound like the speakers are blown out, somewhat of a rattling/static sound is the best way to describe it. It's appears the sound I'm hearing is coming out only the left tweeter or mid range speaker.

any advice/feedback is appreciated.

Also, if anyone wants to buy this, I'll deliver within 20 miles for $150

https://www.linephono.com/products/turntable-station

Thank you!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on October 18, 2019, 03:45:56 pm
Also, if anyone wants to buy this, I'll deliver within 20 miles for $150

https://www.linephono.com/products/turntable-station

Thank you!
As soon as the price dropped on this to $220, I bought one and its spectacular. If I could convince the Misses we need two of these, I would take you up on this.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 18, 2019, 03:50:18 pm
Also, if anyone wants to buy this, I'll deliver within 20 miles for $150

https://www.linephono.com/products/turntable-station

Thank you!
As soon as the price dropped on this to $220, I bought one and its spectacular. If I could convince the Misses we need two of these, I would take you up on this.
Have to say, I've looked into this many times as well
I'm going to wait until the day of the show and see if I can get it for $25
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on October 18, 2019, 03:51:49 pm
Also, if anyone wants to buy this, I'll deliver within 20 miles for $150

https://www.linephono.com/products/turntable-station

Thank you!
As soon as the price dropped on this to $220, I bought one and its spectacular. If I could convince the Misses we need two of these, I would take you up on this.

Amazing piece that unfortunately never met my needs in terms of functionality for our home.

I definitely took a hit on my investment in this furniture that could've gone to my 401k or my child's 529.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on October 18, 2019, 04:36:12 pm
I have this or I would, also, take you up on it.
I need to acquire a couple of simple cubes to hold the rest of the collection that does not fit in this.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on October 18, 2019, 04:58:32 pm
I need to acquire a couple of simple cubes to hold the rest of the collection that does not fit in this.

AKA milk crates?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on October 18, 2019, 05:31:20 pm
AKA milk crates?

Or the recycle bin...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on October 18, 2019, 05:45:30 pm
(https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/72488325_10220865829175738_2745332598703128576_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&_nc_oc=AQn0Zce0dKidZvsjh_WBKd7Dil9jcYAHJjY77kZJEyK9lO5tGTw1MkRbD-qFu5yZx-E&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&oh=fc21411497e17cdab7cb5126682e5031&oe=5E2FDBB3)
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Post by: Yada on October 23, 2019, 05:49:49 pm
pretty great deal on Amazon right now for this set... this typically sells for $100+

https://www.amazon.com/Portland-Memorial-Coliseum-Limited-6LP/dp/B07DKN1DWL/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=grateful+dead+lp&qid=1571867188&sr=8-2
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 23, 2019, 06:07:54 pm
pretty great deal on Amazon right now for this set... this typically sells for $100+

https://www.amazon.com/Portland-Memorial-Coliseum-Limited-6LP/dp/B07DKN1DWL/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=grateful+dead+lp&qid=1571867188&sr=8-2
there is not enough pot on willie nelson's bus to get me to pay $47 for that
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on October 23, 2019, 06:13:51 pm
Whatever happened to getting the free tapes?

It’s weird how much money people pay for their live dead fix...

That’s an amazing price though

I wish I had had the money to buy the complete 72 set I will admit
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on November 04, 2019, 06:43:25 pm
Second pressing of Purple Mountains is finally on the shelves
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on November 04, 2019, 07:05:46 pm
Queens of the Stone Age Announce Vinyl Reissue Series (https://pitchfork.com/news/queens-of-the-stone-age-announce-vinyl-reissue-series/)
Rated R, Songs For The Deaf, Lullabies to Paralyze, Era Vulgaris return to vinyl later this year


Queens of the Stone Age have announced a vinyl reissue series of their first four albums for Interscope. Rated R and Songs For The Deaf are out November 22, while Lullabies to Paralyze and Era Vulgaris drop on December 20. The new vinyl reissues are being released via Interscope/UMe.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on February 11, 2020, 03:28:24 pm
https://www.rollingstone.com/tv/tv-reviews/high-fidelity-hulu-review-938785/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 11, 2020, 05:01:31 pm
why aren't you vinyl-sniffers panicking yet?

“Devastating” Manufacturing Plant Fire Threatens Worldwide Vinyl Record Supply (https://pitchfork.com/news/devastating-manufacturing-plant-fire-threatens-worldwide-vinyl-record-supply/)


just as annual sales were about to top $1 billion for the first time in 40 years, this happens...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 11, 2020, 05:10:56 pm
I was going to post that


I am not panicking but many are


Most new issues - let’s face it- are not audiophile material...many I think are just made from the CD....And I tend to buy more used vinyl

I don’t even really understand what “lacquer’s” are to be honest
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on February 11, 2020, 05:40:38 pm
It’s a pretty big deal. They had an unbelievable monopoly on lacquers.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 11, 2020, 05:47:12 pm
It is definitely big...I have read the Japanese lacquers or DMM suck so...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on February 11, 2020, 08:17:22 pm
Yeah. DMM is what people are scared of.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on March 05, 2020, 06:12:50 pm
drumroll please...

your record store day 4/2020 releases:

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialReleases
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on March 05, 2020, 06:19:25 pm
dude
(https://recordstoreday.com/Photo/418462446756)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on March 05, 2020, 06:25:06 pm
^
FAR OUT!!!

Them fish dog peops come up with some good uns
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on March 05, 2020, 06:40:26 pm
drumroll please...

your record store day 4/2020 releases:

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialReleases
And it's a good list.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on March 05, 2020, 06:46:05 pm
drumroll please...

your record store day 4/2020 releases:

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialReleases
And it's a good list.

I will be in Charleston, SC. I strategically, booked my hotel very close to a cool little record store.  http://recordstopchs.com/   (http://recordstopchs.com/)

(https://s3.amazonaws.com/broadtime_thumbnails/669/418462495669/418462495669%3A800.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: shemptiness on March 05, 2020, 07:06:58 pm
And it's a good list.

Ace Frehley!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on March 05, 2020, 07:29:45 pm
drumroll please...

your record store day 4/2020 releases:

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialReleases
And it's a good list.

I will be in Charleston, SC. I strategically, booked my hotel very close to a cool little record store.  http://recordstopchs.com/   (http://recordstopchs.com/)

(https://s3.amazonaws.com/broadtime_thumbnails/669/418462495669/418462495669%3A800.jpg)
Nice, but I'm not telling anybody anything.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 05, 2020, 11:18:32 pm
drumroll please...

your record store day 4/2020 releases:

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialReleases
And it's a good list.

I will be in Charleston, SC. I strategically, booked my hotel very close to a cool little record store.  http://recordstopchs.com/   (http://recordstopchs.com/)

(https://s3.amazonaws.com/broadtime_thumbnails/669/418462495669/418462495669%3A800.jpg)
This I'm excited for
that Dead mans pop relase last year
people wet their panties over it and IMO was meh.  It was my least favorite era, so I don't know how you can improve that
I know this was a part of that, but I really wasn't intrested in half the box set

I'm not queueing or paying double, but I think I can be patient


Wow it really is a good list, even the various artists picks are great IMO
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on March 06, 2020, 10:34:19 am
There are definitely a few things on that list that I’d like to get. Nothing that I have to wake up at 3am and wait in line for tho.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: dyecraig on March 06, 2020, 10:42:20 am
There are definitely a few things on that list that I’d like to get. Nothing that I have to wake up at 3am and wait in line for tho.
Like we used to do for concert tickets.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 06, 2020, 10:49:44 am
There are definitely a few things on that list that I’d like to get. Nothing that I have to wake up at 3am and wait in line for tho.

Same....there is not that one must have for me

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on March 06, 2020, 12:21:58 pm
There are definitely a few things on that list that I’d like to get. Nothing that I have to wake up at 3am and wait in line for tho.
Like we used to do for concert tickets.

Exactly. That was occasionally fun. Mostly it sucked.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on March 06, 2020, 05:39:12 pm
ohhhhhh me likey!!!

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/12005

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/12377
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on April 22, 2020, 01:28:32 pm
Fack.

https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.sfgate.com/coronavirus/amp/Facing-an-uncertain-future-Amoeba-Music-launches-15214265.php
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on April 22, 2020, 01:37:34 pm
Fack.

https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.sfgate.com/coronavirus/amp/Facing-an-uncertain-future-Amoeba-Music-launches-15214265.php

Was standing in line to get into Whole Foods across the street about two weeks ago and had a conversation with the guy behind me about exactly this.  The theme was essentially "they've withstood every culture shift thrown their way - can they survive this?"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 22, 2020, 01:52:31 pm
Fack.

https://www.google.ca/amp/s/www.sfgate.com/coronavirus/amp/Facing-an-uncertain-future-Amoeba-Music-launches-15214265.php

Was standing in line to get into Whole Foods across the street about two weeks ago and had a conversation with the guy behind me about exactly this.  The theme was essentially "they've withstood every culture shift thrown their way - can they survive this?"
Always thought that putting that Whole Foods at the end of Haight Street was a crime against humanity

I really hope Amoeba weathers the storm
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on April 22, 2020, 01:59:59 pm
Always thought that putting that Whole Foods at the end of Haight Street was a crime against humanity

I put that explicit fact in there specifically to get a rise, and I didn't expect it to be from you!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on April 22, 2020, 06:30:46 pm
Everyone is going to find different gofundme requests appealing

Some of them definitely bug me...

I bought a record from Amoeba last week...Tricky’s Mixed Race LP...they handled everything well

For me personally I have two record stores in VA - CD Cellar a mile from me and Dig! in Leesburg that I am continuing to buy stuff from and am pretty sure both will make it

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on May 19, 2020, 10:58:08 am
Whoa

The Story of the Grateful Dead. This 8 album, 14 disc set on colored 180g vinyl, cut direct-to-analog from original tapes, captures the breadth and influence of the great American rock band.

https://anthology.vinylmeplease.com/products/vmp-anthology-grateful-dead
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on May 19, 2020, 11:16:33 am
Whoa

The Story of the Grateful Dead. This 8 album, 14 disc set on colored 180g vinyl, cut direct-to-analog from original tapes, captures the breadth and influence of the great American rock band.

https://anthology.vinylmeplease.com/products/vmp-anthology-grateful-dead
Gotta factor into the cost that’s it’s going to require at least $150 in doobies to make this unwashed set of hippies sound even remotely tolerable.

But for those who are wanting to take the plunge, there is no better place to get those doobies than TAKOMA WELLNESS, DCs family-owned and operated medical dispensary.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on May 19, 2020, 11:24:53 am
Jerry Garcia would not recognize the business the Dead became

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on May 19, 2020, 12:01:20 pm
Jerry Garcia would not recognize the business the Dead became



I have a feeling he wasn't hurting for money.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on May 19, 2020, 12:14:23 pm
Yeah but when he was alive the Dead had like 3 live albums out and fans traded free tapes!


Now it’s like there are literally hundreds of shows - entire tours- and the vinyl stuff costs hundreds...it’s pretty nuts..
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on May 19, 2020, 12:26:12 pm
I've never understood collectibles and memorabilia, but there's a ton of people who think its important. I'd much rather be on the revenue end of that market than the spendy side, though.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on May 19, 2020, 12:30:40 pm
Are you in the collectibles business?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on May 19, 2020, 12:35:32 pm
No, not at all. But most bands are.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on May 27, 2020, 01:06:04 pm
I realize that I'm opening up a huge can of worms with this query, but as my better half said I'm currently paralyzed by choice....

I need a replacement cartridge of a Numark TT-1550 turntable.  It's pretty basic\middle of the road turntable and I'm planning on using it to possible do some live streaming. 

Any recommendations for a mid-range cartridge?  Ordering options other than amazon?  i.e. turntableneedles.com 

This is one case where I wish stereo stores still existed...  Brands, models anything anyone is pleased with performance of...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on May 27, 2020, 01:18:15 pm
You have a better half?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on May 27, 2020, 03:04:57 pm
You have a better half?
I think he’s married to the Chipotle guy.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 27, 2020, 03:10:21 pm
You have a better half?
I think he’s married to the Chipotle guy.
this guy (https://time.com/4417999/fit-guy-eats-chipotle-every-day/)?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on May 27, 2020, 03:13:16 pm
You have a better half?
I think he’s married to the Chipotle guy.
this guy (https://time.com/4417999/fit-guy-eats-chipotle-every-day/)?
No. His father.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 11, 2020, 02:36:36 pm
Vinyl Sales Surpass CD Sales for the First Time in 34 Years (https://consequenceofsound.net/2020/09/vinyl-sales-surpass-cds-34-years/)

although at the same time
Album Sales Suffer Worst Week in 60 Years Amid Coronavirus Crisis
Just 1.52 million copies were sold -- the worst week since the 1960s  (https://consequenceofsound.net/2020/03/album-sales-worst-coronavirus/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on September 13, 2020, 10:20:08 am
Not really the same time tho. The latter was written 5 months ago.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 13, 2020, 12:57:27 pm
Not really the same time tho. The latter was written 5 months ago.
Hey cut me some slack, same year
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 16, 2020, 12:13:19 pm
that is one sexy slab
Have to wait until biden is elected
(https://i.imgur.com/tPxGcBD.png)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 11, 2020, 09:49:18 am
Hutch...been trying hard to find this one, if you spot it, grab it for me

(https://www.bing.com/images/blob?bcid=TlXiATVb.QYCVw)

Also, that's not my pic, but that King Khan vinyl is exquisite.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on November 29, 2020, 01:08:01 pm
I mean, Elton John is a believer

https://www.nme.com/news/music/elton-john-says-he-owns-more-than-130000-cds-and-vinyl-records-2827751
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on November 29, 2020, 01:15:11 pm
Yet he has 120,000 CDs and 15,000 LP


Ok



Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on November 30, 2020, 10:43:25 am
I continue to do my part - RSD Black Friday'ed in Catonsville, MD, and picked up the DBT and Uncle Tupelo. Then Estate Saled on Saturday and bought an English Beat, a General Public, and an Eartha Kitt record, and followed up by Small Business Saturdaying at Wax Atlas in Baltimore and picked up some cheap used Bob Dylan records, and New Porno's single for Myriad Harbour.

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on November 30, 2020, 10:53:23 am
I continue to do my part - RSD Black Friday'ed in Catonsville, MD, and picked up the DBT and Uncle Tupelo. Then Estate Saled on Saturday and bought an English Beat, a General Public, and an Eartha Kitt record, and followed up by Small Business Saturdaying at Wax Atlas in Baltimore and picked up some cheap used Bob Dylan records, and New Porno's single for Myriad Harbour.


I want that Uncle Tupelo!

Good work
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on November 30, 2020, 11:08:44 am
I want that Uncle Tupelo!

Good work

Eponysterical
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 30, 2020, 11:56:18 am
I want that Uncle Tupelo!

Me too...the Lounge Ax is about the size of jamming java.  must have been insanely packed
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on November 30, 2020, 04:08:04 pm
Forgot, also bought the Fountains of Wayne record, but had to do that online. It was surprising how many of the releases were available online at around 1pm.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 04, 2020, 06:14:16 pm
So Jules, can we ship you to the west coast to pull this prank on Smakie
(https://www.bing.com/images/blob?bcid=TivxUP7VgR0CwA)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on December 04, 2020, 06:50:46 pm
So Jules, can we ship you to the west coast to pull this prank on Smakie
(https://www.bing.com/images/blob?bcid=TivxUP7VgR0CwA)
Yeah just get me the plane ticket for myself and my photographer and we will be out there as soon as this vaccine gets cooking.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on December 04, 2020, 10:13:36 pm
Just placed my order for Sia Christmas on vinyl!


I have been enjoying the CD so much I had to get it...


So many LPs are becoming out of print..I don’t think the pressing plants and record companies can keep up so they press this this year and something else the next

Most of the Tom petty catalog for example has gone out of print

Limited runs are becoming the norm
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 07, 2020, 10:04:34 pm
my kid has been pestering me to find a cool way to display some of the funky colored vinyl I've been picking up
and I think this product fits the bill

https://recordprops.com/
this guy nailed on design
(https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/57f00064d2b8571a3cd0b561/1560899808122-DXT3LU3ZZ2RVVSVEYY05/ke17ZwdGBToddI8pDm48kNiEM88mrzHRsd1mQ3bxVct7gQa3H78H3Y0txjaiv_0fDoOvxcdMmMKkDsyUqMSsMWxHk725yiiHCCLfrh8O1z4YTzHvnKhyp6Da-NYroOW3ZGjoBKy3azqku80C789l0s0XaMNjCqAzRibjnE_wBlkZ2axuMlPfqFLWy-3Tjp4nKScCHg1XF4aLsQJlo6oYbA/Vinyl+Record+Display+Tabletop+And+Wall+-+Record+Props)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 23, 2020, 11:30:49 am
So I want to support the artist and was even happier to see a clear vinyl with an extra CD both signed for only $26
but the shipping was $21...so $47 to make this purchase

 grr that pretty much makes me not want to buy it.  Does it typically cost that much to ship vinyl overseas?
Feel like it would be better to just paypal $5 to arlo parks as they would get more money

(https://img.tmstor.es/arloparks/72197-e90fbdcc81f8fb75b86cc5e21af24525.png)
https://arloparks.tmstor.es/cart/product.php?id=72197


Guess I could go to Bezo's house of sin and get the red vinyl edition for $20 including shipping
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08LGNFP8Q/ref=ntt_mus_dp_dpt_1
(which is what I did)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on December 23, 2020, 11:41:40 am
Yeah shipping has gone way up everywhere

I think as of a year ago to ship 1 LP from US to UK or Europe was $24! I pretty much have stopped buying albums from Europe


Thank god for media mail within the US
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 23, 2020, 11:44:55 am
Same thing with that Killing joke / Hooky release
I just can't justify buying something where most of the money goes to shipping
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on December 23, 2020, 12:01:59 pm
We are all in the same boat
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on December 23, 2020, 02:10:49 pm
Same thing with that Killing joke / Hooky release
I just can't justify buying something where most of the money goes to shipping

Ignoring the shipping for a moment, that ep is ~$35 for 3 songs. Kinda pricey.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on February 26, 2021, 05:20:09 pm
By all means, it is growing (but still losing badly to streaming).

2020 Year End Music Industry Revenue Report (https://www.riaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2020-Year-End-Music-Industry-Revenue-Report.pdf)

- Music revenue increased by 9.2 percent to $12.2 billion in 2020
- 83% of all revenue comes from streaming (5th consecutive year of growth)
- Physical media sales remained flat, but vinyl passed CDs for the first time since CDs took over vinyl
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 26, 2021, 05:27:33 pm
got this gorgeous slab of wax in the mail today
(https://store.matadorrecords.com/pub/media/catalog/product/cache/419464ff6df2ff22b76077ff37af2596/j/b/jb_webstore_splatter.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on February 26, 2021, 05:36:58 pm
Nice!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on February 26, 2021, 05:43:37 pm
got this gorgeous slab of wax in the mail today
(https://store.matadorrecords.com/pub/media/catalog/product/cache/419464ff6df2ff22b76077ff37af2596/j/b/jb_webstore_splatter.jpg)

^^look at this god damn high roller spending coin on vinyl!!!^^

geeeeeesh!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on February 26, 2021, 05:46:05 pm
got this gorgeous slab of wax in the mail today
(https://store.matadorrecords.com/pub/media/catalog/product/cache/419464ff6df2ff22b76077ff37af2596/j/b/jb_webstore_splatter.jpg)
Where the hell is mine is the question I'm going to be emailing Matador here in a seocnd.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on February 26, 2021, 07:37:51 pm
Listened to that a few times today. Just as good as expected.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on March 20, 2021, 12:01:31 pm
What's the most you've ever dropped on a single record? Not talking box sets as they tend to be expensive anyway.

I just balked at paying $40 for an ep. But I'm guilty of paying $250 for a record (only $100 was mine, but still....).
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 20, 2021, 12:08:59 pm
OMG I want to say I have paid $100 many times


But the only record I can actually find of doing so is $100 for the PIL Metal Box..the tin

Just not sure how much higher I have gone...

I mean I used to buy a ton of stuff on eBay but don’t have access to that info and just can’t remember


Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 20, 2021, 12:17:33 pm
What's the most you've ever dropped on a single record? Not talking box sets as they tend to be expensive anyway.

I just balked at paying $40 for an ep. But I'm guilty of paying $250 for a record (only $100 was mine, but still....).

What record and you split the purchase?

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 20, 2021, 12:35:20 pm
yeah, and how does the custody arrangement work on said shared-vinyl
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 20, 2021, 08:24:53 pm
A sealed Summerteeth a week before the reissue was announced for $100ish?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 20, 2021, 08:25:24 pm
Oh shit no: a smashing pumpkins I am one 7” for like $400.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 20, 2021, 08:34:38 pm
Wow...$400 for a 7”!



I just can’t recall for sure but I may have spent $200 on Hank Mobley’s Roll Call

I was really into Blue Note LPs for a few years....like obsessed
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on March 21, 2021, 10:06:39 am
What's the most you've ever dropped on a single record? Not talking box sets as they tend to be expensive anyway.

I just balked at paying $40 for an ep. But I'm guilty of paying $250 for a record (only $100 was mine, but still....).

What record and you split the purchase?

The Verve - Voyager1. Their first release, a live recording made to look like a bootleg. Blue vinyl, not the black vinyl bootleg.

I received some money in lieu of xmas gifts so I immediately decided to get one of these when the price was sorta reasonable.

I was very tempted to get the PiL Metal Box repress that came out a couple of years ago.  May eventually pick that up someday.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 21, 2021, 11:51:09 am
Ha ha so you did spend $250!

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on March 21, 2021, 11:55:10 am
$150 had been given to me.  That's free money in my book and not enough that I would regret "blowing it" on something I wouldn't have otherwise bought.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: hutch on March 21, 2021, 12:08:29 pm
Oh yeah totally... I do that a lot
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on May 07, 2021, 07:43:46 pm
Okay, now it's dead... (https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2021/05/07/walmart-to-host-its-first-online-vinyl-mania-week/?utm_content=tw-EastBayTimes&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialflow)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on May 28, 2021, 01:05:45 pm
Cassettes ain't dead yet either...

(https://dvfnvgxhycwzf.cloudfront.net/media/SharedImage/image500/.f7LKqqlX/SharedImage-119229.jpg?t=895d21328e280366d042) (https://www.queenonlinestore.com/Queen/The-Greatest/Greatest-Hits-Collectors-Edition-Set/6Z6S13YI1ZP)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on June 01, 2021, 05:26:07 pm
Add 8tracks to the list...

New Yola on limited edition 8track... $35

Wonder if it includes the car to play it in... and PASS
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 02, 2021, 02:15:19 pm
Starsky..you have this or ever come across
(https://preview.redd.it/5auz16eg3nh21.jpg?width=960&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=2f0901e1fe5e962182fee6458da22dbf710e73d3)
Apparently the 'mick jones' mix of Combat Rock that the rest of the band/manager/label hated
lots of dub and extended mixes and a bunch of songs that just never got released (well some appear on some box sets)
but I'm very curious to hear and it's not showing up on ebay or anywhere
even disogs was like, this is not something you can list


edit...found some on youtube
https://youtu.be/VQGe1ceGKd8


?!?!
Red Angel Dragnet (unreleased version with Ranking Roger vocals)
Rock The Casbah (unreleased version with Ranking Roger vocals)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on June 02, 2021, 04:32:52 pm
Nope
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on June 02, 2021, 04:40:39 pm
(https://i.ibb.co/VYWZs5r/Screen-Shot-2021-06-02-at-4-38-59-PM.png) (https://twitter.com/amoebamusic/status/1400188055353323520)

Ah yeah, gimme that recycled vinyl....
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 02, 2021, 04:54:04 pm
Ah yeah, gimme that recycled vinyl....
didn't even know that was a thing
https://medium.com/novation-notes/making-music-sustainable-d700b034a3ab#

Recycling Vinyl
The idea of recycling vinyl isn’t new. Labels like Chicago’s TRAX used recycled vinyl to press some of their 1980s releases, but the results were not always well received. Vinyl records are made from (PVC) pellets, which are melted and pressed into disc form. The material’s chemical and molecular attributes have a huge impact on the audible quality of music playback, and a disc made with low-grade or impure raw materials will sound terrible.
Andrew Grant of Brooklyn’s Halcyon record shop explains, “we work with the different pressing plants, and we give them vinyl, varying from used to new but unsold, and they recycle that vinyl by punching out the center and grinding it up to make new records.”
The key factor here is the condition of the records being recycled: current recycling methods require spotless and clean raw material in order for the recycled product to be as pure as possible. Simply put, your old, beat up dollar-bin finds may not be suitable for recycling, and manufacturing plants may not want anything to do with them! And this major stumbling block rules out a huge proportion of the unwanted vinyl floating around in people’s garages, attics and bottom shelves of record collections.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on June 02, 2021, 04:59:00 pm
Part of the reason vinyl sucked ass when the CD was introduced.

It does make sense for club 12"s, though. They're cut pretty hot, so any surface noise is easily masked.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 02, 2021, 05:02:25 pm
this was also an interesting development...
Industry rumors are ablaze about a new alleged ‘high definition’ vinyl product that could potentially yield higher audio fidelity and longer play per side. This “HD Vinyl” production method would also do away with “toxic chemicals used in the electroplating” process and introduce laser-cut grooves. Could this mean less PVC used in general? Skeptics and hopefuls alike will have to wait until October’s Making Vinyl conference in Detroit to hear for themselves.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on June 02, 2021, 05:29:09 pm
I just bought this turntable

https://www.amazon.com/Fluance-Reference-Turntable-Cartridge-Vibration/dp/B07KGL56XJ/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=fluance%2Brt85&qid=1622669381&sprefix=fluance&sr=8-2&th=1&psc=1

Probably first nice turntable I have ever bought which is kind of crazy.. DJ sidehatch gave me two nice ones about 15 years ago but they sort of ran their course years ago... then I bought some at thrift stores but they all eventually had issues then I bought a cheap audio technica and it started making a buzzing sound

Over the past few years I have hooked up about ten people with turntables..you used to literally find them on the street!

Anyways I hope I have luck with this one... the reviews are generally great
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on June 05, 2021, 12:40:30 pm
Wow thanks for the overflowing interest and love!


Got turntable yesterday..managed to set it up this morning and listening to the fabulous Arthur Verocai LP... sounding great but its a spotless high quality reissue...another test will be playing some scratchy old vinyl...

(https://i.ibb.co/nCDF6bt/42-DB566-E-0-F9-E-42-EF-AF51-FD1-F3-ECF584-A.jpg) (https://ibb.co/TLHsYkd)
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 05, 2021, 06:08:31 pm
Looks like an awesome rig
congratulations on the new addition to the family
May it spin long
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Post by: Yada on June 08, 2021, 12:02:32 pm
A neighborhood listserv score this morning...Mint condition OG pressings of multiple albums from The Beatles, The Stones, Neil Young, B-52s, Talking Heads, Fleetwood Mac, Cat Stevens, The Smithereens, tons of classical albums. Very niiiiiice.
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Post by: Starsky on June 08, 2021, 12:04:06 pm
Wow I hope you picked them up
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Post by: Yada on June 08, 2021, 12:10:39 pm
Wow I hope you picked them up

Yes, hence the first sentence about the "neighborhood score"!
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Post by: BrettnotBritt on June 08, 2021, 12:30:00 pm
A neighborhood listserv score this morning...Mint condition OG pressings of multiple albums from The Beatles, The Stones, Neil Young, B-52s, Talking Heads, Fleetwood Mac, Cat Stevens, The Smithereens, tons of classical albums. Very niiiiiice.

That's sweet. Which Beatles albums? I recently purchased the Mono Masters vinyl box set and holy shit Revolution sounds phenomenal in mono.
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Post by: Starsky on June 08, 2021, 12:30:41 pm
Just making sure! :)
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on June 08, 2021, 03:37:19 pm
A neighborhood listserv score this morning...Mint condition OG pressings of multiple albums from The Beatles, The Stones, Neil Young, B-52s, Talking Heads, Fleetwood Mac, Cat Stevens, The Smithereens, tons of classical albums. Very niiiiiice.
I already had the complete (standard) discographies of all of those bands on vinyl except B52s and Smithereens.
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Post by: grateful on June 08, 2021, 03:41:06 pm
I heard you have a compilation of every good song ever done by anybody. Every great song by the Beach Boys. All the underground hits. All the Modern Lovers tracks. I heard you have a vinyl of every Niagra record on German import. I heard that you have a white label of every seminal Detroit techno hit - 1985, '86, '87. I heard that you have a CD compilation of every good '60s cut and another box set from the '70s.
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Post by: Starsky on June 08, 2021, 03:43:54 pm
I think he’s losing his edge...
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Post by: Starsky on June 08, 2021, 04:14:05 pm
A neighborhood listserv score this morning...Mint condition OG pressings of multiple albums from The Beatles, The Stones, Neil Young, B-52s, Talking Heads, Fleetwood Mac, Cat Stevens, The Smithereens, tons of classical albums. Very niiiiiice.

That's sweet. Which Beatles albums? I recently purchased the Mono Masters vinyl box set and holy shit Revolution sounds phenomenal in mono.

Am always on the lookout for the White Album in mono...
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Post by: BrettnotBritt on June 08, 2021, 04:25:33 pm
A neighborhood listserv score this morning...Mint condition OG pressings of multiple albums from The Beatles, The Stones, Neil Young, B-52s, Talking Heads, Fleetwood Mac, Cat Stevens, The Smithereens, tons of classical albums. Very niiiiiice.

That's sweet. Which Beatles albums? I recently purchased the Mono Masters vinyl box set and holy shit Revolution sounds phenomenal in mono.

Am always on the lookout for the White Album in mono...

As am I but prepare to shell out some cash for it. Wish I had started getting into vinyl sooner as I would have bought that entire mono box set in 2014. They're all out of print now.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 08, 2021, 04:29:55 pm
you could have Bill Wymans copy of The White Album in mono
https://www.ebay.com/itm/373596931839?hash=item56fc1cc6ff%3Ag%3A1d4AAOSwaENe-6eT&LH_BIN=1

cheaper than seeing wilco in Mexico, but not much
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Post by: challenged on June 17, 2021, 03:34:00 pm
There is only one record store in Baltimore County, Maryland. Population of around 800,000. That record store is in Catonsville, MD, at least 20 minutes from me in Towson and even further away for a huge swath of the rest of Balco Population.

I think I found the perfect location for my Towson area record store, and probably only need around $500k to launch it. Seeking qualified investors. Serious inquiries only.
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on June 17, 2021, 05:37:04 pm
Record & Tape Traders in Towson closed?
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Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on June 17, 2021, 05:47:54 pm
Trax on Wax on Frederick Road.

There is only one record store in Baltimore County, Maryland. Population of around 800,000. That record store is in Catonsville, MD, at least 20 minutes from me in Towson and even further away for a huge swath of the rest of Balco Population.

I think I found the perfect location for my Towson area record store, and probably only need around $500k to launch it. Seeking qualified investors. Serious inquiries only.
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Post by: challenged on June 17, 2021, 07:21:14 pm
Record & Tape Traders in Towson closed?

R&TT closed around 3 years ago I think, maybe longer ago?  So only Trax on Wax in Catonsville. I really like Trax, and went to a couple of the recordstoreday release dates in 2020 there.
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Post by: Justin Tonation on June 17, 2021, 07:28:25 pm
From 2018: Music Lovers Share Memories of Record and Tape Traders (https://www.baltimoremagazine.com/section/artsentertainment/music-lovers-share-memories-record-and-tape-traders-towson-closing/)

I guess the market for Crack The Sky reissues finally dried up.
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on June 18, 2021, 09:09:08 am
Damn. That was a good spot. I spent a year in Towson and that place was awesome.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 25, 2021, 12:53:26 pm
x-posted to the beer thread
(https://external-preview.redd.it/FSRhG0H8uRREsZHHTTbsvYP9pwKHD9yyP8bEWlPfuDk.png?auto=webp&s=a290ad6014b8f365496a20909a45b9788096690a)

Mural on Record Street Brewing, Reno,
http://www.recordstreetbrewing.com/

Love their vinyl themed labels
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/584_8VPL-FXfJX7mAVzFfFLjFIAryovxYBbk4yr6T9dgoNImJsNpMoSVJ_xyqujJIqJXhy6uNMWuLxu33VlOm_Xf0xc9wTYXiectfNI80i4aU5FgXlaR4lxnNMenFPs3v9bt1-LDQ03bPBlOyTL5ZS4)(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/rMMMyub6kJCo7muat6vmHjVIrvjUFJXVZ6yxPCCFrmDqrh6L_GlJVLUfiq1h6KA8LwYSpPslQn4m1PScJtJrBD9aXmp6G8v9JYhB1bPMeJbbPFNxzUraTwjndUoI5iEv5BeN5BFtzLv5XGByqjSMGrgo-UQ)
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 21, 2021, 01:48:09 pm
gotta act quick
free juke box in MD on fb
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/788875475092993/
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Post by: Starsky on July 21, 2021, 01:57:49 pm
Shit it’s pending


You should have snapped it up
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Post by: Yada on July 21, 2021, 02:01:48 pm
Shit it’s pending


You should have snapped it up

That thing would be awesome on board the SS Sidefloat or in his RV.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 21, 2021, 02:02:05 pm
was tempted...but can't make it to Severn MD anytime soon
but yep...looks like it going
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 21, 2021, 02:12:02 pm
here is one in Waldorf for $700, works and comes with 100 records https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/832414550994487/
likely that other one didn't even work
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 21, 2021, 02:45:21 pm
this is pretty slick and free https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4065618143524079/

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/p720x720/213175957_10219285480434764_8354099531750177338_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-3&_nc_sid=843cd7&_nc_ohc=A4WWOKpppWAAX_eimlP&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=b84d8e78985af49eeb60438a12a4a112&oe=60FD86CE)(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/p720x720/214953733_10219285480834774_5205655642377047380_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-3&_nc_sid=843cd7&_nc_ohc=8fRomboOqbQAX_OyTS6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=132554764c905649744cb3224c049d55&oe=60FDECA3)
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Post by: Starsky on July 21, 2021, 02:47:03 pm
Huh? That looks like something my grandmother owned and she wasn’t slick
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Post by: Justin Tonation on July 21, 2021, 02:52:30 pm
Original Steam Punk

(slick and free  ;D)
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Post by: Starsky on July 21, 2021, 02:55:19 pm
I would love to have a nice working jukebox but not something I am going out of my way for and definitely not spending $700 to go haul it over….
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 21, 2021, 02:56:25 pm
Original Steam Punk

(slick and free  ;D)
I knew you of all bordies would see the awesomeness in this
Obviously, you'd drop a new turntable in there
but love those knobs on top
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 21, 2021, 02:58:41 pm
Ok what if it was half that cost...
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/648158033248680/
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Post by: Starsky on July 21, 2021, 03:07:26 pm
Dude stop. As you know I am worse at fixing stuff than Space with his wife and daughter sitting on him…

If it’s not operating perfectly I can’t
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 21, 2021, 03:08:27 pm
Dude stop. As you know I am worse at fixing stuff than Space with his wife and daughter sitting on him…

If it’s not operating perfectly I can’t
can confirm
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Post by: kosmo vinyl on July 21, 2021, 04:28:00 pm
I think it’s time to kill vinyl… or at least major label vinyl output..

The amount of vinyl variants coming out is a bit crazed at moment… 17 variants for the Inhaler debut, 18 for the Architects.. the dullplay album is being released in 11 different versions including a boxset of six cassettes on the album in different colors

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Post by: Starsky on July 21, 2021, 05:12:24 pm
Why do people collect all the colors? It makes no sense to me…

But if it makes people buy multiple copies why wouldn’t record companies put them out?



I think the way record companies put out vinyl guarantees it will remain a very small niche market and a luxury good…. Maybe it was going to remain that regardless and they are just squeezing every drop they can from Uber fans and record collectors

Still I can’t help but wonder how the vinyl revival would have gone if record companies had tried to keep costs down and exercised quality control

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Post by: Starsky on July 21, 2021, 11:04:49 pm
Geezus

https://thirdmanrecords.com/news/third-man-records-announces-vault-package-49-bob-dylan-springtime-in-new-york-the-bootleg-series-vol-16-1980-1985


Am guessing the highlights will be on the 2LP issue and this limited issue will be a lot of the rest… so to have all the songs you will also need the 5 cd issue

I got to confess I gave up collecting all this stuff… not sure what I will do here

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Post by: grateful on July 22, 2021, 10:04:23 am


I got to confess I gave up collecting all this stuff… not sure what I will do here


I'm confused.  Did you give up or not?
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Post by: Starsky on July 22, 2021, 11:10:48 am
Meaning I don’t automatically buy every Bob Dylan release


The best fit for me here is maybe to just get the Vault release

The cd set is $140!
2 LP $45?
4 LP $65

The 2LP is so limited! Just 12 songs!
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Post by: Justin Tonation on July 31, 2021, 06:20:53 pm
(https://i.ibb.co/RHMGmmw/Screen-Shot-2021-07-31-at-6-18-53-PM.png) (https://twitter.com/fi_fry/status/1421544612724985861)
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Post by: sweetcell on August 02, 2021, 12:10:56 pm
you owe me a new keyboard
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 02, 2021, 12:51:34 pm
should we discuss the things covering their legs?
I see cargo shorts, cargo pants, and pleated khaki shorts
and the one guys got a belt phone holster
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Post by: kosmo vinyl on August 25, 2021, 03:26:33 pm
One of the better Twitter accounts right now is  Vinyl Stupidity, which is posting the outrageous prices being assigned otherwise nothing special releases

https://twitter.com/vinylstupidity?s=21

Today it’s for the latest Weller re-issues that are going for $38 for standard double black vinyl… 

Buying new vinyl seems a mugs game and it seems increasingly impossible for an independent artist to get them timely pressed… up to a year and ever increasing manufacturing costs
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on August 25, 2021, 03:37:26 pm
Very frustrating to have established acts reissue and “remaster” their back catalog over and over and over again. At ridiculous prices.

But there must be a market for it. Right?
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Post by: grateful on August 25, 2021, 03:43:08 pm
There are always dupes who go for "collector's items", when its really just mass-produced garbage. I include myself in this crowd, on occasion. But it has to be extra-special mass-produced garbage.
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Post by: grateful on August 25, 2021, 03:44:48 pm
Like for instance, Waxahatchee is selling a Lilac LP of St Cloud, but it's only available at the merch table on tour. I'm not even sure I have a working turntable, but....
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Post by: challenged on August 25, 2021, 03:58:04 pm
there are definitely issues with new issues as well: when the avett bros. released a new record recently there were 9 or so variants. the completist/hoarders "Needed" to buy all 9.

Bazan was lamenting that his next record will take another many months to come out, becauses of the backlog.

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Post by: sweetcell on August 25, 2021, 04:01:17 pm
Buying new vinyl seems a mugs game and it seems increasingly impossible for an independent artist to get them timely pressed… up to a year and ever increasing manufacturing costs

an independent artist that i follow (Ott) recently tweeted that his new album is completed, mastered, and ready to share... but his vinyl pressing has been moved for the third time, to march 2022, and he honestly expects it to be moved again.  before the pandemic he typically had a 2-3 month delay between completing an album and having vinyl to sell.  now it's looking like it'll be over a year.  the funny/annoying aspect of his situation is that back in the winter he reserved a pressing date in september and he rushed to get the album completed in time... only to be told he now has more time.  nice.
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Post by: Justin Tonation on August 25, 2021, 04:21:32 pm
What's more, the pressing problems that plagued vinyl in the 70s and 80s have come back full force. Lots of noisy, crap vinyl, warped, off center, etc. Just like it was when CDs hit the market and gave people plenty of reason to convert.
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Post by: Starsky on August 25, 2021, 04:40:11 pm
Yeah lots of annoying things about vinyl these days… you do wonder why record companies charge so much almost like they prefer selling a very limited small run at a high price than selling a lot more volume at a lower price….maybe it has to do with not being able to get stuff pressed?

One question I have is why isn’t more capacity coming online? Maybe potential investors think it’s just a fad?

Then there is the whole issue of lacquers which I don’t understand…supposedly the only American plant burnt down a few years ago?

a lot of these records are poorly pressed, straight from digital etc.  I would argue new vinyl is much worse in terms of pressing quality than in the 1970s


I guess it’s a combination of young people who spend more disposable income, older higher income earners and people buying records as gifts? I mean if a beer is $10 then I guess $35 for a record isn’t bad?

But then there are the box sets which definitely cater to older people…these sets are often just pure cash ins and cost $75 and up and will end up sitting on a shelf

All I know is my local record store is packed!

And don’t get me started on people who collect the eight diff color variants

I sometimes pay a lot but it’s usually something like an original rare Gainsbourg LP from the 60s… something I have wanted for years and given up on ever finding cheap

Or if it’s a reissue and I find it online cheap I will buy it… I got a Gainsbourg reissue recently for $8 plus $4 shipping… But it’s almost a forgery in my eyes… still I just gave up on getting an original which would cost $300 or something

(https://i.ibb.co/XzZFMdm/D886674-C-E394-4-BED-80-FE-22-EEB3-C1003-B.jpg) (https://ibb.co/0fjYvWP)



I am fortunate I started collecting vinyl a long time ago… it used to be fun to walk out with a big stack for $20…




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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on August 25, 2021, 04:42:08 pm
What's more, the pressing problems that plagued vinyl in the 70s and 80s have come back full force. Lots of noisy, crap vinyl, warped, off center, etc.
This is true. Just spitballing here, but what if instead of vinyl or plastic etching, we made records out of some sort of magnetic cellophane tape that could be played with some sort of special electromagnetic "needle"? This would be easier to produce, have more controllable quality, and potentially be easier to transport. Why are none of the big vinyl manufacturers R&Ding this sort of tech?
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Post by: StoneTheCrow on August 26, 2021, 01:45:18 pm
If the industry decided to create another format I’d probably just stick with digital for new releases.

I agree that QC has become a problem for vinyl. And I really don’t get why people collect color variants of the same record. But, then, I’m not materialistic.
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 26, 2021, 01:47:12 pm
If the industry decided to create another format I’d probably just stick with digital for new releases.

I agree that QC has become a problem for vinyl. And I really don’t get why people collect color variants of the same record. But, then, I’m not materialistic.
but we are living in a material world
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on August 26, 2021, 01:48:28 pm
What's more, the pressing problems that plagued vinyl in the 70s and 80s have come back full force. Lots of noisy, crap vinyl, warped, off center, etc.
This is true. Just spitballing here, but what if instead of vinyl or plastic etching, we made records out of some sort of magnetic cellophane tape that could be played with some sort of special electromagnetic "needle"? This would be easier to produce, have more controllable quality, and potentially be easier to transport. Why are none of the big vinyl manufacturers R&Ding this sort of tech?
I'm really kind of sad that no one found this funny.
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Post by: sweetcell on August 26, 2021, 01:58:22 pm
What's more, the pressing problems that plagued vinyl in the 70s and 80s have come back full force. Lots of noisy, crap vinyl, warped, off center, etc.
This is true. Just spitballing here, but what if instead of vinyl or plastic etching, we made records out of some sort of magnetic cellophane tape that could be played with some sort of special electromagnetic "needle"? This would be easier to produce, have more controllable quality, and potentially be easier to transport. Why are none of the big vinyl manufacturers R&Ding this sort of tech?
I'm really kind of sad that no one found this funny.

it was OK, but kinda meddling... not your best work, but we'll let it slide.
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Post by: challenged on August 26, 2021, 02:46:16 pm
What's more, the pressing problems that plagued vinyl in the 70s and 80s have come back full force. Lots of noisy, crap vinyl, warped, off center, etc.
This is true. Just spitballing here, but what if instead of vinyl or plastic etching, we made records out of some sort of magnetic cellophane tape that could be played with some sort of special electromagnetic "needle"? This would be easier to produce, have more controllable quality, and potentially be easier to transport. Why are none of the big vinyl manufacturers R&Ding this sort of tech?
I'm really kind of sad that no one found this funny.

I larfed, to myself though. and then looked at the 2 copies (one black, one red) of the Fountains of Wayne -  Welcome Interstate Managers records, and confirmed that i am the problem.
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Post by: Starsky on August 26, 2021, 03:23:34 pm
I don’t get the joke julian


Sorry


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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on August 26, 2021, 03:32:32 pm
I don’t get the joke julian


Sorry
My proposed “revolutionary technological improvement” to vinyl records is basically cassette tapes.
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Post by: kosmo vinyl on August 26, 2021, 03:32:48 pm
I’m envisioning Julian’s idea… I’m seeing Reels involved in larger and smaller diameters…

And possibly needing a pencil to help tighten up the smaller reels in a neat plastic case
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 26, 2021, 03:40:13 pm
but the problem is people would steal music from the honest record companies and give it to their friends
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on August 26, 2021, 03:44:04 pm
I don’t get the joke julian


Sorry
My proposed “revolutionary technological improvement” to vinyl records is basically cassette tapes.

Ok…

Tapes suck but they were portable and when the Walkman came along LPs started sliding badly

Since today all music is portable not sure what advantage tapes offer

LPs when done right to my mind are still the format to beat due to a number of reasons…unfortunately 95% of new releases on vinyl are not done right so to pay a premium for that seems silly but that’s where we are

I haven’t bothered with SACD

Am not an audiophile at all but I can tell when something sounds good

I doubt anyone cares about this pedantry


Someone write “can confirm”
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on August 26, 2021, 03:45:38 pm
Can confirm.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on August 26, 2021, 03:46:55 pm
Ok that made me lol  ;D 8) 

What sigma-hatch said that is…
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on August 26, 2021, 03:50:48 pm
Wouldn’t reel to reel technology like they use in big fancy recording studios technically be better than vinyl? 

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on August 26, 2021, 04:02:21 pm
And of course most the fanciest of recording studios are all digital at this juncture, which leads me to believe there maybe a superior format to vinyl available…

Speaking of which one of these days I need to plunk down for one of those DragonFly hi-Rez usb dongles…
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Post by: sweetcell on August 26, 2021, 04:04:30 pm
Wouldn’t reel to reel technology like they use in big fancy recording studios technically be better than vinyl? 

yup, there is a reason why analog is mixed down to a two-track reel-to-reel master tape... not a very convenient format, tho.

saying you prefer vinyl is like saying you prefer to see everything through yellow-tinted glasses.  nothing wrong with a preference, but it's colored.  vinyl has a sound of its own, and there are the distorsions (crackle, pops, wow, flutter, etc.).  end result: what you hear on vinyl is not what the artists and engineers signed off on in the studio.  no one mixes down an album, masters it, then goes and prints a vinyl copy to see how it'll sound.  the last thing the artists/mixers/management/etc. hear before it goes to the pressing plant (and an engineer there has to tinker with it to make it work for vinyl) is the aforementioned two-track reel-to-reel.

i forget which producer said it - was someone famous like steve albini or bob rock - "i use analog for its sound, and digital for its non-sound."
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on August 26, 2021, 04:13:46 pm
Meh


The last thing the artist listened to before signing off , for decades, was the test pressing of the record …. They didn’t send Sinatra the reel to reel


Vinyl


I mean we have so many examples of this…the Beatles were given test pressings of the White Album and they gave one to Clapton who showed his off and played it on tour in the US before the album was released…Beatles were pissed


Because artists knew people would be buying the vinyl they wanted to listen to the record before release


There are vinyl releases that are true works of sonic delight…find an original Aja …. It sounds that great because someone spent a lot of time on it





Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on August 26, 2021, 04:22:58 pm
I apologize to everyone for even making a joke about cassettes and triggering this discussion for the 7,000,000th time in board history.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on August 26, 2021, 04:30:38 pm
I mean, cassettes are really funny.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on August 26, 2021, 04:35:11 pm
I apologize to everyone for even making a joke about cassettes and triggering this discussion for the 7,000,000th time in board history.


I like to think I package my reply different every time!


How many people have heard about Clapton running around with test pressings of the white album?


The point is people can’t do nuance


Modern pressings are generally crummy and expensive so all vinyl sucks from forever


If you consider taking even the tiniest risk at all in your decision to go out you are like an anti Vaxxer MAGA turd




Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on August 26, 2021, 05:46:59 pm
The last thing the artist listened to before signing off , for decades, was the test pressing of the record …. They didn’t send Sinatra the reel to reel


Vinyl


I mean we have so many examples of this…the Beatles were given test pressings of the White Album and they gave one to Clapton who showed his off and played it on tour in the US before the album was released…Beatles were pissed


Because artists knew people would be buying the vinyl they wanted to listen to the record before release

you're correct on that last line, but test pressings didn't result in a new mix or re-mastering of the album - it would result only in tweaks at the vinyl factory. 

by the time an artist heard a test pressing/white label, the album was done. the original studio recording wouldn't be touched anymore, they would only change how the master tape hit the vinyl.  good read: https://www.rarerecords.net/record-info/acetates-and-test-pressings/ 
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on August 26, 2021, 06:07:10 pm
We have plenty of examples of artists, producers  or record companies listening to the test pressing, being dissatisfied and going back in to record more or change the tracks or add a track or just scrapping the album or having an entirely new mix done. These decisions as far as I know where made by artist or record labels based on the test pressing. The article you linked to makes this very point.

Were  test pressings to test the quality of the vinyl result? Yes but they would also often be sent to artists who might cancel the entire project based on listening to the record. Or they might decide to re-record the album as cited in the article you recommend in the case of Blood on the tracks.

I think I understand what you are saying about the initial playback being reel to reel and it’s true the engineer wouldn’t press records of all the takes in the studio to listen to… this is obvious…Bob Dylan didn’t listen to 44 takes of Rainy Day Women on LP! He might have listened to a few in the control room then eventually gotten a copy of the final proposed LP (acetate or test pressings depending on time period and record company)…

I don’t think we are disagreeing








Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on August 26, 2021, 06:10:59 pm
I think this is Jack White's whole shtick
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on August 26, 2021, 06:38:21 pm
Jack White doesn’t always do what he says he is doing…drives audiophiles nuts




To finish, hopefully, if you gave me a choice between owning the master tapes or a test pressing I would take the tapes any day but the master tapes are incredibly rare.

Many tapes were destroyed in a Cali fire so they don’t exist…many were lost over time


But I really don’t think record companies made a habit of sending copies of master tapes

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 01, 2021, 11:48:55 am
Haven't bought a record in months and just pulled the trigger on this...

https://www.popmarket.com/carnegie-hall-1970/093624885153
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: BrettnotBritt on September 01, 2021, 01:13:45 pm
On the one hand Let It Be is one of my least favorite Beatles albums but on the other hand this vinyl 5LP box set looks incredible. Is it worth plunking down $200 tho?  ???

https://www.thebeatles.com/let-it-be-special-edition-super-deluxe
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 01, 2021, 01:32:39 pm
interesting, but not on my list

but never knew about all the Glyn Johns stuff and how those versions got out
https://www.beatlesource.com/bs/mains/audio/GetBack/gb2intro.html

this was a great tid bit too
Martin commented: "I produced the original, and what you should do is have a credit saying 'Produced by George Martin, over-produced by Phil Spector'."
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: BrettnotBritt on September 01, 2021, 02:40:30 pm
Yeah, I wish they could release the Glyn Johns LP separately instead of forcing you to buy an entire box set.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on September 01, 2021, 06:12:56 pm
That’s really the only part of it that I want. The rest is likely worth a listen, but just one.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 15, 2021, 05:06:37 pm
$150 for a jukebox

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/788184671856777/
(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t45.5328-4/231890861_6919097428104145_5053562406096489709_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=c48759&_nc_ohc=BVdI1mj3TR4AX8czIuE&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=14cd29b3d57051fe4b63a333216e94e0&oe=6147C09A)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on September 15, 2021, 06:35:27 pm
$150 for a jukebox

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/788184671856777/
(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t45.5328-4/231890861_6919097428104145_5053562406096489709_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=c48759&_nc_ohc=BVdI1mj3TR4AX8czIuE&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=14cd29b3d57051fe4b63a333216e94e0&oe=6147C09A)

Reply #666!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on September 17, 2021, 02:10:08 pm
part me thinks we need a vinyl stupidity thread but i'm lazy

sigh \ ugh

$17 for a Limited Edition 40th Anniversary Double 45 reissue

The Salvation Army - Mind Gardens (40th Anniversary 2x45) Pre-Order

who went on to become The Three O'Clock

https://yeproc.11spot.com/the-salvation-army-mind-gardens-40th-anniversary.html
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 22, 2021, 12:51:53 pm
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/gms/d/silver-spring-love-the-music-record-show/7382858879.html
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on September 29, 2021, 01:21:46 pm
B.R.M.C announce three record boxset 20th anniversary release of their debut with a new disc of unreleased demos... sounds interesting goes to check price... $129.99 for... i'll pass

new bowie boxset covering the albums between 1992-2001 including the unreleased TOY album going for 399.98 vinyl and 159.98 CD
the TOY release runs 124.98 vinyl and 39.98 CD

and for all the decrying of what happens in the aftermarket for limited edition vinyl from them, Third Man Record and Paul Weller sure know how to fuel that... a limited edition Yellow Vinyl single available only one day in the new London store is now being listed for hundreds of pounds.. 

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on September 29, 2021, 01:54:58 pm
new bowie boxset covering the albums between 1992-2001 including the unreleased TOY album going for 399.98 vinyl and 159.98 CD
the TOY release runs 124.98 vinyl and 39.98 CD

Been waiting for this for a while. Have the first 4 era boxsets.

EDIT: This price is wild since Era 2-4 I got brand new for ~$150 each (vinyl).
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on October 04, 2021, 07:38:04 pm
I want this but not for $25


https://store.udiscovermusic.com/search.html?term=Blondie
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 08, 2021, 10:31:55 am
looking like the  Dischord #200 Boxset Update will arrive just in time to put under the xmas tree
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on October 08, 2021, 10:41:29 am
looking like the  Dischord #200 Boxset Update will arrive just in time to put under the xmas tree
Did you get shipping confirmation or something on yours? I was cleaning out my email folders yesterday and was reminded I ordered this so weird you mentioned it today.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 08, 2021, 11:26:06 am
Got this email today, from Ian personally :)


 Dischord #200 Boxset Update

When we created the pre-order site for the Dischord #200 Boxset we knew that the enormity of the project combined with the already-overloaded pressing plants meant that the production would take months and months to finish. With that in mind, we made it clear on the site that we had hoped to be able to deliver the boxsets by late 2021, thinking that we would likely be able to ship them out in late October or early November.
 
Covid outbreaks, machinery breakdowns, supply chain issues, and shipping delays have now added at least couple more months to the delays, so now it’s looking like late December is the earliest that the finished pieces will go into the mail.

The situation is truly out of Dischord’s control and all we can really do is keep the lines of communication open with the manufacturers to encourage them to keep pushing to get this thing made. At this point all of the vinyl has been pressed, but the records have gotten stuck in the shipping/cargo crisis and we don’t know when they’ll arrive at the assembly plant.

We very much appreciate all of the patience and trust that our pre-order customers have given us and we’ll send out another update when we have a clearer idea of actual schedule for the release.

Thank you!

- Ian and Jeff
Dischord Records
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on October 08, 2021, 12:39:06 pm
There was actually an Economist article about this mess in last week's issue.  I laughed all the way through it..... 


https://www.economist.com/business/2021/10/02/the-music-industry-is-an-unexpected-victim-of-a-plastics-shortage
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on October 08, 2021, 12:50:15 pm
Smackie you would be so proud of my wife -- we are in the middle of moving and she suggested "maybe, just maybe" I could discard my 1400 CDs and only keep the vinyl (baby steps) two days ago.

She should be getting served with the divorce papers sometime this afternoon.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on October 08, 2021, 12:57:17 pm
Things are definitely looking up for her....
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 08, 2021, 01:45:10 pm
She should be getting served with the divorce papers sometime this afternoon.
so what is 1/2 of nothing??
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on October 08, 2021, 02:09:05 pm
She should be getting served with the divorce papers sometime this afternoon.
so what is 1/2 of nothing??
The better joke would have been a 700 CDs reference.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on October 08, 2021, 03:21:57 pm
so what is 1/2 of nothing??

700 CDs.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on October 08, 2021, 03:23:02 pm
^^ Yeah, see Sidehatch? That's how you do it. It was right there for you.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 08, 2021, 04:23:51 pm
but isn't she supposed to get something of value in the divorce proceedings
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 08, 2021, 04:56:24 pm
the 40th anniversary of Joy Division’s ‘Still’ today,
Set for release on February 11th 2022.

Pre-order now via http://JoyDivision.lnk.to/Still40(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/244229321_412788740215407_5307726265211387932_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&_nc_rgb565=1&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=2jR5hRSZMwsAX_MgAoW&tn=s5ytC9q7z7ww24bU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=693b7e5f99898adcfd29db4e3f4bc132&oe=616580FA)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on October 29, 2021, 04:15:50 pm
More overpriced shenanigans courtesy Third Man Records and Jack White

https://www.instagram.com/p/CVnfQa3L6aJ/?utm_medium=copy_link

Some nonsense about cut directly from the master tapes straight to the vinyl, limited and numbered to 333 copies

Cost £350 / $437

Flippers are probably drooling at the moment

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on October 29, 2021, 05:06:48 pm
The going rate for albums that company that does those pressing is $400 to $600.. which I guess means if you can afford  the probably 250k+ stereo system to listen to these on it’s a drop in the bucket… also serious snobbery for jazz buffs
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 11, 2021, 09:26:41 am
not dead, but people are made at adele for scooping up all the resources

https://www.bigissue.com/culture/music/an-independent-record-store-is-boycotting-adeles-new-album-in-a-row-over-vinyl/

are artists even remotely selling that much vinyl?


4.8 million LPs were purchased in the UK in 2020
 wow, that number surprised me
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on November 11, 2021, 09:41:12 am
I ordered a bunch of albums from Manchester Orchestra back in spring time.  They told me back then that they would not ship until December.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on November 11, 2021, 09:43:35 am
I had read the number of Adele new albums being pressed was more like 750,000.

I remember this famously happened with CD pressing plants in 1985 with Dire Straits “Brothers in Arms”


This will continue to be a problem until record companies invest in building new LP pressing plants but unfortunately they don’t seem willing to do so… Vinyl is still a niche market accounting for a small share of record company profit but how can it grow more without more pressing capacity?

I could go on
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 11, 2021, 10:08:20 am
You would think some business person would see the opportunity here...right?

if 5 million sold in the UK, what was the world wide purchase?
I assume that number is new vinyl?

How about Kosmo's Platter Pressing Plant Inc. Kosmo's Lux Lacquer Ltd.

I think I'll get my discord record set when they get to their 40th anniversary


Look at all these places that will do it in the US
https://vinyl-pressing-plants.com/all-vinyl-pressing-plants-list/countries/United-States-of-America/
but they need those lacquer discs to make it all work
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on November 11, 2021, 10:28:13 am
The reality is there aren’t a ton of plants with capacity around.


For example there is a plant in Czech Republic or whatever they are called this week that has been pressing a lot of the Argentine reissues I been buying.

I know we have small plants here or there but of the top off my head not many large plants come to mind: RTI, Pallas, United etc.   That plant in the Ohio area that opened about ten years ago and has done some Luna, all GBV…maybe Gotta groove?

And then there is the whole lacquers issue which I don’t even understand
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on November 11, 2021, 10:35:05 am
Of course we have Furnace in our area…not sure what they press or capacity


So many of these modern repressings are in my opinion like counterfeit copies…all the Argentine reissues…most of the Brazilian…they are just taking a cd and putting it to vinyl and trying to copy the artwork…they are not using original analog sources etc…same for a ton of stuff in the US…. And the new stuff is almost all digitally sourced…

And then because the plants are so busy  now they pull the newly pressed records out too early before they have cooled down enough causing a ton of edgewarps etc.     The whole thing is nuts

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 11, 2021, 11:17:20 am
Of course we have Furnace in our area…not sure what they press or capacity
what a cool logo, I might just get a shirt (DC area artist, Scott White)
(https://i2.wp.com/www.furnacemfg.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/IMG_0233-scaled-e1591898289433.jpg?fit=600%2C800&ssl=1)(this poster is not available)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on November 11, 2021, 11:35:54 am
That’s a cool one or should I say hot?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on November 16, 2021, 11:04:59 am
file this one under the subtopic of Vinyl Stupidity

there is a four disc Target exclusive of the new Taylor Swift that's pressed as 45rpm and there are 1 star reviews of people complaining it sounds like a man is singing on all the tracks

also i saw people complaining that the Target Exclusives are coming out on red vinyl...

can we stick a fork in vinyl yet :)

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FEUTp7rWQAURp-F?format=jpg&name=large)

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on November 16, 2021, 05:06:30 pm
Any LPlimited edition of this box will be selling for $200 in a few months
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on November 16, 2021, 05:08:08 pm
if there is one group that can put the nail in the coffin of vinyl, it's swifties.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on November 17, 2021, 11:43:20 am
those reviews about the target release went viral for sure...

and you know there a bunch of "collectors", i mean flippers losing their minds someone actually opened and listened to that exclusive and not left it sealed....
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on December 15, 2021, 09:45:52 am
Great deal for the deluxe….they are blowing these out… have heard good things about the vinyl pressing


https://www.amazon.com/Down-Rust-Bucket-Deluxe-1DVD/dp/B08SZ1HYPY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=3H0KZC1OGCD7B&keywords=neil+young+bucket&qid=1639575856&sprefix=neil+young+bucket%2Caps%2C79&sr=8-1
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on December 15, 2021, 11:08:06 am
Great deal for the deluxe….they are blowing these out… have heard good things about the vinyl pressing


https://www.amazon.com/Down-Rust-Bucket-Deluxe-1DVD/dp/B08SZ1HYPY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?crid=3H0KZC1OGCD7B&keywords=neil+young+bucket&qid=1639575856&sprefix=neil+young+bucket%2Caps%2C79&sr=8-1

oohhhhh... thanks hutch!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on December 17, 2021, 09:29:38 am
32 clams for Prince "1999" on clear swirl vinyl  :o ::)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on December 17, 2021, 09:35:34 am
That’s cheap for nowadays


New pressings are pushing $40
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 17, 2021, 09:51:51 am
I mean, it is 150 grams!

they near mint used ones are going for $75 on ebay with the ~RARE~ Original Inner Sleeve
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on December 17, 2021, 10:16:10 am
I mean, it is 150 grams!

they near mint used ones are going for $75 on ebay with the ~RARE~ Original Inner Sleeve

pretty sure i have the rare original sleeve but probably not near mint...

someday a record store will make lots of money off my record collection... trying to dispose of it on my own would probably haste my time on earth...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 17, 2021, 10:19:29 am
I mean, it is 150 grams!

they near mint used ones are going for $75 on ebay with the ~RARE~ Original Inner Sleeve

pretty sure i have the rare original sleeve but probably not near mint...

someday a record store will make lots of money off my record collection... trying to dispose of it on my own would probably haste my time on earth...
you could always donate to the board, think of the Karma
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on December 17, 2021, 10:33:14 am
This is not a rare record.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on December 17, 2021, 11:31:52 am
I don't think anyone is claiming 1999 is a rare record, the claim is that paper inner sleeves found in some pressings are rare..   looks it came with just clear plastic sleeves as well
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on January 11, 2022, 11:22:12 am
$11 for a 4LP Pavement release:

https://kf-merch.com/products/twilight-terror-farewell-horizontal-vinyl-4xlp

Likely an error but I'm rolling the dice!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on January 11, 2022, 11:33:15 am
now $55

$11 for a 4LP Pavement release:

https://kf-merch.com/products/twilight-terror-farewell-horizontal-vinyl-4xlp

Likely an error but I'm rolling the dice!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on January 11, 2022, 11:38:28 am
now $55

$11 for a 4LP Pavement release:

https://kf-merch.com/products/twilight-terror-farewell-horizontal-vinyl-4xlp

Likely an error but I'm rolling the dice!

I'll keep you informed on if I get a refund for $11!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on January 11, 2022, 12:45:38 pm
$11 for the vinyl set, not the CDs? Wow.

That link is now $100 but their bandcamp has it for $75.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on January 11, 2022, 01:15:55 pm
Order Cancellation Notice
 
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Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 11, 2022, 01:21:31 pm
yada gets it for $49.50
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on January 11, 2022, 01:22:18 pm
yada gets it for $49.50

nah... won't be buying it.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 11, 2022, 01:23:27 pm
$11 for the vinyl set, not the CDs? Wow.

That link is now $100 but their bandcamp has it for $75.
dude their webdev needs to be fired  $11, $50, $99 three mistakes in one day
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on January 11, 2022, 02:00:42 pm
$11 for the vinyl set, not the CDs? Wow.

That link is now $100 but their bandcamp has it for $75.
dude their webdev needs to be fired  $11, $50, $99 three mistakes in one day

as a representative of webdevs, i would like to point out this is likely a clerical/data-entry error.  the webdevs build the business a nice UI to the CMS, so why CAN'T THEY FUCKING ENTER THE PRICES CORRECTLY?!?!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on January 11, 2022, 02:59:31 pm
"extreme pricing error"  ::)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 11, 2022, 03:21:01 pm
$11 for the vinyl set, not the CDs? Wow.

That link is now $100 but their bandcamp has it for $75.
dude their webdev needs to be fired  $11, $50, $99 three mistakes in one day

as a representative of webdevs, i would like to point out this is likely a clerical/data-entry error.  the webdevs build the business a nice UI to the CMS, so why CAN'T THEY FUCKING ENTER THE PRICES CORRECTLY?!?!
sounds like what a webdev would say
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on January 11, 2022, 04:15:06 pm
$11 for the vinyl set, not the CDs? Wow.

That link is now $100 but their bandcamp has it for $75.
dude their webdev needs to be fired  $11, $50, $99 three mistakes in one day

as a representative of webdevs, i would like to point out this is likely a clerical/data-entry error.  the webdevs build the business a nice UI to the CMS, so why CAN'T THEY FUCKING ENTER THE PRICES CORRECTLY?!?!
sounds like what a webdev would say

former webdev, current manager of devs (occasionally of the web variety, those less frequently these days)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 13, 2022, 01:41:40 pm
wanna cut your own record
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/288882869885100/
who knows if this actually works

although I think getting the 'shellac' is the real issue
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 15, 2022, 10:00:51 am
Pope blesses record shop
https://apnews.com/article/pope-francis-business-europe-religion-arts-and-entertainment-80ab02db5f401994d55565f94d3d5bff
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: BrettnotBritt on January 20, 2022, 12:14:21 pm
These local record shops give you an analog break from a digital world (https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/01/20/best-new-record-shops-dc/)

Also, looking to upgrade my current cartridge (AT91R) if anyone has any recommendations.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on January 20, 2022, 06:24:02 pm
Very happy with my AT440MLB.

Would love to hear what others are using.  I have a Shure M97xE waiting for when the AT kicks it.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on January 31, 2022, 05:18:10 pm
So what are some of the gems in everyone's collection? Anything in particular that collectors go nuts for?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 01, 2022, 02:29:33 pm
^ so that seems very off-brand comment from Bearman, has someone taken his account?

(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/273020799_1787810124744273_5225801190668072030_n.jpg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=wEMeqzM5mMsAX9ZqSns&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AT-dl2Ib2rAmVMhxRdPb3HDGwZY2BnoHgKEuDpsduY2OxA&oe=61FDE09F)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 01, 2022, 02:32:25 pm
Haha...I've been spending too much time on Discogs. It's amazing how much value certain things have. I have the Mexican pressing of "Favourite Worst Nightmare" by Arctic Monkeys, and I can't even recall how I acquired it, but it's worth a stupid amount of money for something I paid probably less than $10 for.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 01, 2022, 02:47:04 pm
off the top of my head i have a couple rare White Stripes 45s and their box to hold 45s in which was a one point in the top 5 of their rarities

i also have the Christian Marclay "Record Without a Cover" which  can go for a hefty price... mine of course is not in a mint condition :p

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Record_Without_a_Cover

part of thinks this belongs in a library as it's considered a work of art..

my head hurts to think about trying to value my collection
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 01, 2022, 03:02:08 pm
I found a really nice copy of the misprint version of the first Damned LP with the photo of Eddie and the Hotrods on the back instead of the Damned. That seems to go for a chunk of change and I got a bargain on mine.

One of my favorites (though not vinyl) is a Catherine Wheel single where they destroyed a bunch of the copies, and then it never got released.

It's amazing how many things I've bought lately that have already gone up in value, like the special pressing of Kid Amnesia that Radiohead did on cream vinyl.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 01, 2022, 03:03:45 pm
value is a funny thing
it's only worth what someone will pay for it

If you sell it yourself you do the best, but the buyers can't rate you on credibility
if you go to sell to a record buy, you'll be lucky to get 40% of the 'value'
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on February 01, 2022, 03:08:19 pm
value is a funny thing
it's only worth what someone will pay for it

If you sell it yourself you do the best, but the buyers can't rate you on credibility
if you go to sell to a record buy, you'll be lucky to get 40% of the 'value'

Some places will give you a REALLY nice trade-in value. Extended Play in Rehoboth is particularly generous and they have a cool collection of stuff.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 01, 2022, 03:09:54 pm
While it belongs to a family member, I once had custody of a poorly peeled butcher cover. That's as close as I get to fame and fortune.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 01, 2022, 03:17:40 pm
My most valued records are signed LPs I got signed myself or bought signed and am sure are legit


I really don’t sit on $500 LPs…I once sold a rare blue note (Tina Brooks - True Blue) for $2000…that was about 16 years ago….so that’s got to be the one most valuable

I sold maybe ten others for $500-$800.

Including two copies of the White Stripes Icky Thump Vault 1 mono


Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on February 01, 2022, 03:20:01 pm
^ so that seems very off-brand comment from Bearman, has someone taken his account?

(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/273020799_1787810124744273_5225801190668072030_n.jpg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=wEMeqzM5mMsAX9ZqSns&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AT-dl2Ib2rAmVMhxRdPb3HDGwZY2BnoHgKEuDpsduY2OxA&oe=61FDE09F)

When you can't subsribe to a lossless service, bring your record player cart with you!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on February 01, 2022, 03:24:06 pm

i also have the Christian Marclay "Record Without a Cover" which  can go for a hefty price... mine of course is not in a mint condition :p

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Record_Without_a_Cover

part of thinks this belongs in a library as it's considered a work of art..

VERRRRY jealous....

Well, if you really wanted to put it in a Special Collection(s) in Performing Arts (https://www.lib.umd.edu/scpa), I know of a great place.  ;D
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 01, 2022, 03:51:25 pm
off the top of my head i have a couple rare White Stripes 45s and their box to hold 45s in which was a one point in the top 5 of their rarities

i also have the Christian Marclay "Record Without a Cover" which  can go for a hefty price... mine of course is not in a mint condition :p

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Record_Without_a_Cover

part of thinks this belongs in a library as it's considered a work of art..

my head hurts to think about trying to value my collection


Pfffft. Does it even count if its not on Spotify?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 01, 2022, 04:08:39 pm
off the top of my head i have a couple rare White Stripes 45s and their box to hold 45s in which was a one point in the top 5 of their rarities

i also have the Christian Marclay "Record Without a Cover" which  can go for a hefty price... mine of course is not in a mint condition :p

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Record_Without_a_Cover

part of thinks this belongs in a library as it's considered a work of art..

my head hurts to think about trying to value my collection


Pfffft. Does it even count if its not on Spotify?

MOMA >>>>>>> Spotify

also bootlegged on YouTube
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 01, 2022, 04:24:38 pm
We need a “CDs aren’t dead yet” thread


I think they are though….


Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 01, 2022, 05:29:28 pm
the only piece of vinyl that i own (AKA is sitting in a dusty box in a parents basement... maybe) that might be worth more than the cost of its materials is a misprint of rollins' first spoken word album, "short walk on a long pier."  side A is hank being an early version of hank, but side B is the second side of "Obscurity & Flair" by Breeding Ground (i know this only because i just looked it up).  i ordered the album directly from 2.13.61 and wrote to them asking what was up with the crappy synth-pop on the second side.  they confirmed it was a misprint and that i could send it back for an exchange.  never ended up doing that. 

just looked on discogs, someone is selling such a copy for $A80.  I'M RICH!!!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on February 01, 2022, 05:51:30 pm
I have that first Bowie reissue box set (Five Years 1969-1973) which apparently had a short run and goes for ~$1000 nowadays.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on February 01, 2022, 06:22:14 pm
Post 'em?

881 items.

Min $4,717.83   Med $9,572.91   Max $23,416.59

Lol at the $23k, or really anything over around $5k or so.

Best find for me was:

(https://i.discogs.com/X1cZrYPwD2XyM6ANo0vEHHneSGpnE6ySnaADbxPY53o/rs:fit/g:sm/q:90/h:515/w:599/czM6Ly9kaXNjb2dz/LWltYWdlcy9SLTk5/NDc5NS0xMzEyNTM5/MTU5LmpwZWc.jpeg)

bought for $1 at an estate sale, may be worth $100.00.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on February 01, 2022, 07:01:37 pm
3,050 items

Collection Value:* Min $19,969.56   Med $34,323.55   Max $60,308.78
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: challenged on February 01, 2022, 07:53:43 pm
3,050 items

Collection Value:* Min $19,969.56   Med $34,323.55   Max $60,308.78

Nice going Justin. Wow.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 01, 2022, 07:55:00 pm
wait - did you manually enter over 3k albums into discogs??
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on February 01, 2022, 09:04:02 pm
wait - did you manually enter over 3k albums into discogs??

Vast majority I just looked up and clicked the Add to Collection button. I've added 282 items to the database, mostly variants for which I copied the metadata for a release and made a few edits. Some of my entries are fully original but discogs doesn't make it easy to sort those out. The first 1700 or so were added over 8 years ago.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 01, 2022, 09:39:02 pm
Awesome…wish I had done this
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on February 01, 2022, 09:55:44 pm
Awesome…wish I had done this

You still can, to the shed!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 01, 2022, 10:03:07 pm
BUAHAHA

Not going to happen
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 04, 2022, 07:02:48 pm
We need a “CDs aren’t dead yet” thread

I think they are though….

apparently some think otherwise:

Jewel-Box Heroes: Why the CD Revival Is Finally Here (https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-features/cd-revival-compact-discs-rob-sheffield-1284487/)
Compact discs never had the romance of vinyl or the convenience of MP3s. But they’re still the ideal format for getting lost inside your music collection


(paywalled, unfortunately)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 15, 2022, 12:25:15 am
Dead on…this is exactly what I see


https://tedgioia.substack.com/p/i-return-to-vinyl-after-34-years
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 15, 2022, 09:50:11 am
good read so far.

this bit rings true

(3) The level of greed is off the charts. Because it’s so hard to make money in music nowadays, the labels have decided to squeeze as much cash as they can from vinyl fans. This is one area where Spotify and Apple don’t call the shots, so why not charge twenty dollars for vinyl? Or maybe thirty dollars is better. Hell, let’s ask for forty, and see who will buy?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 15, 2022, 11:32:52 am
sounds like someone has discovered price elasticity!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 16, 2022, 03:22:00 pm
RSD:

https://recordstoreday.s3.amazonaws.com/2022/2022_RSD_PUBLIC.pdf
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 16, 2022, 03:27:58 pm
Joni - Blue highlights


???


WTF is dat
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 16, 2022, 03:34:36 pm
Joni - Blue highlights


???


WTF is dat

it won't be on spotify, i can tell you that much!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 16, 2022, 03:37:34 pm
(https://static.tvtropes.org/pmwiki/pub/images/Mrs_Slocombe_7290.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 16, 2022, 03:39:28 pm
Hutch this is for you
Jay Bennett
"Kicking at the Perfumed Air" & "Whatever Happened I Apologize" with  the film "Where are you, Jay Bennett?"
What Were We Thinking 2xLP

didn't know a movie was coming out
(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/M/MV5BOWYwNDY5NzAtN2QyZS00ZTRjLWFmOWEtODJjM2Y2YmNjY2Q3XkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyMDYzMTIyOQ@@._V1_FMjpg_UX1000_.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: moeszyslak on February 16, 2022, 03:42:58 pm
RSD:

https://recordstoreday.s3.amazonaws.com/2022/2022_RSD_PUBLIC.pdf

Ooh I was at this Coachella, I might have to pick up this Pixies set.
https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/14865 (https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/14865)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 16, 2022, 03:53:04 pm
also one of my all-time favorite Live album is getting 2xlp release
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Live Seeds
wonder if it will have more tracks?


these look interesting too
Lou Reed and Kris Kristofferson The Bottom Line Archive Series: In Their Own Words: With Vin Scelsa (3LP)

The Replacements Unsuitable for Airplay: The Lost KFAI Concert (Live) Twin-Tone/Rhino 2xLP
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 16, 2022, 03:59:02 pm
also one of my all-time favorite Live album is getting 2xlp release
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Live Seeds
wonder if it will have more tracks?

Nice!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 16, 2022, 04:17:58 pm
Shit it’s an exclusive. RSD is the one day I like to avoid the record store!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 16, 2022, 04:20:58 pm
Shit it’s an exclusive. RSD is the one day I like to avoid the record store!
kinda like going to an Irish bar on st paddys day
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 16, 2022, 05:54:03 pm
also one of my all-time favorite Live album is getting 2xlp release
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Live Seeds
wonder if it will have more tracks?

Nice!
no extra tracks...but looks sexy
On the 15th Anniversary of Record Store Day on 23 April, a limited edition re-issue of 'Live Seeds' will be available for the first time on vinyl. You can get a copy from a participating indie record shop near you exclusively on #RSD22.
Originally released in 1993, the album has been remastered for vinyl and art directed by Mick Harvey. Taken from the 'Henry's Dream' live tour, 'Live Seeds' is split across 2LPs, with unique etched 140g red double vinyl featuring 'Tupelo', 'The Mercy Seat' and 'From Her To Eternity'.
(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/273817800_497375648425866_7756336493855110342_n.jpg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=Cf-fXq1f6esAX_8iRz0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AT-7D9GjYEH_izhHWw1wxIvDKVH-77TzJKsDnL9pySTcmQ&oe=6211ECFE)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 16, 2022, 06:03:10 pm
Oh man I was hoping they would use the original artwork

Boo!

The Lou Reed 1971 demos look interesting

 The Joni Mitchell might be a five song ep…not so interesting if that’s the case
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 16, 2022, 06:11:18 pm
Replacements have a 1981 concert coming out… not for me …I mean if I had infinite funds but this stuff ain’t cheapest
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 16, 2022, 06:16:22 pm
Both Bill Evans (both in Buenos Aires), the live Nico (who backed her? Bauhaus?) and Willie Nelson complete my list of interest
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 16, 2022, 08:38:54 pm
Joni - Blue highlights


???


WTF is dat

Joni's Blue Highlights @recordstoreday 1LP features highlights from the second volume of her ongoing Archives series. The release includes recordings from her archives associated with her classic album Blue & the historic release is created with Joni’s insight & creative input.

https://twitter.com/jonimitchell/status/1494064312901509121?s=21
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 16, 2022, 10:29:54 pm
Oh I need that
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 24, 2022, 10:33:50 am
I don't know much about this Gallagher fellow, but cool picture disc!

https://blood-records.co.uk/products/lg
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 24, 2022, 10:47:57 am
They have done several of these for UK bands but they are really limited in quantity, sell out instantly and inevitably ended being bought by flippers

But yes they are very cool…

And speaking of vinyl re-issue madness, I saw yesterday a 8 record re-issue announced for a Biggie Smalls album
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 24, 2022, 11:14:56 am
I don't know much about this Gallagher fellow, but cool picture disc!

https://blood-records.co.uk/products/lg
that is a very cool disc!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 24, 2022, 03:55:35 pm
And speaking of vinyl re-issue madness

yes, speaking of: Daft Punk Reissuing Homework on Vinyl, Livestreamed Rare 1997 Concert (https://pitchfork.com/news/daft-punk-reissuing-homework-on-vinyl-streaming-rare-concert-right-now-one-time-only/)

"Homework 25th Anniversary Edition" contains a second disk of remixes.  currently available on the evil entity known as spotify (https://open.spotify.com/album/6JRaPcrT3cMBEmkgSqEPhI?go=1&sp_cid=f60d7e1cbfd093e291d72e4055fe4d96).
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 24, 2022, 04:06:04 pm
currently available on spotify (https://open.spotify.com/album/6JRaPcrT3cMBEmkgSqEPhI?go=1&sp_cid=f60d7e1cbfd093e291d72e4055fe4d96).
I think you are supposed to put the 'evil' modifier in front when describing them
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 24, 2022, 04:13:58 pm
currently available on spotify (https://open.spotify.com/album/6JRaPcrT3cMBEmkgSqEPhI?go=1&sp_cid=f60d7e1cbfd093e291d72e4055fe4d96).
I think you are supposed to put the 'evil' modifier in front when describing them

fixed!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 25, 2022, 03:56:32 pm
i was wondering what prompted me to start this thread so many many years ago and it started with "Just way more expensive" i.e a Joy Division boxset going for $199.98

anyways

A reissue of Norah Jones debut "Come Away With Me" has been announced... let see what's on offer

Single LP Reissue 27.98
4 LP Deluxe Reissue 179.98... Deluxe Packaging and 30 extra tracks - 22 of which are previously released
3 CDs 39.98

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 25, 2022, 04:01:00 pm
People just seem to love these ridiculously expensive sets…I think it’s a status thing

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 25, 2022, 05:38:54 pm
My Discord First Six box set finally arrived...was that like 2 years ago when I ordered this?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 25, 2022, 05:50:44 pm
There were delays…

That was a good value
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on February 25, 2022, 06:19:55 pm
Wait, really? Maybe that’s the package USPS tells me is coming today or tomorrow. Now quite excited.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on February 28, 2022, 04:45:13 pm
My Discord First Six box set finally arrived...was that like 2 years ago when I ordered this?

Nearly 500 copies under "Have" on Discogs (https://www.discogs.com/release/22290661-Various-First-Six-Records) as I type this. Eight copies have been sold through there so far, averaging $235, highest $300.

Oh, and the set includes "Dischord 0", The Slinkees "Who Cares?" EP.

(https://i.discogs.com/b-lx_Pm-PrOiWIWgo_8o3CeQaGJyyxgnXjZmf2K3ook/rs:fit/g:sm/q:90/h:600/w:599/czM6Ly9kaXNjb2dz/LWltYWdlcy9SLTIy/MjkwNjYxLTE2NDU3/MzAyOTAtMjQyNi5q/cGVn.jpeg)
(https://i.discogs.com/9haLdTqnIv8bCUEO31t15RQ37wUoSfInVYYtrR-Gj7s/rs:fit/g:sm/q:90/h:573/w:600/czM6Ly9kaXNjb2dz/LWltYWdlcy9SLTIy/MjkwNjYxLTE2NDU3/MzAzNTAtMjk3NS5q/cGVn.jpeg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on February 28, 2022, 05:03:04 pm
Haven't gotten mine yet but I think I ordered a week or two after it was first announced so I may be on the backside of fulfillment.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 28, 2022, 09:23:51 pm
I loved seeing that pic of Ian with hair and a bass
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 02, 2022, 04:15:59 pm
Belle and Sebastian

The monorail music exclusive version of A Bit of Previous (signed by the band, pressed on orange vinyl and includes a 7" of the title track) is almost sold out. Don't miss out, pre-order: https://monorailmusic.com/product/a-bit-of-previous/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 02, 2022, 06:39:23 pm
(https://scontent.fphl1-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/275068890_507998734019804_9208533704160060986_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=8bfeb9&_nc_ohc=DrLOLk336PEAX-1B9Ie&_nc_ht=scontent.fphl1-1.fna&oh=00_AT8GAbPz_EtW5JI3fU3gD2krot0DbpEyCLtqxsCzkuSFjg&oe=6223F2BE)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 08, 2022, 12:44:52 pm
Haven't gotten mine yet but I think I ordered a week or two after it was first announced so I may be on the backside of fulfillment.
Just got it! Looks freaking great. Super nicely done.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on March 09, 2022, 11:07:50 am
When hutch goes on vacation

https://twitter.com/trmaxin/status/1501546703907921922?t=8jrZLrCO-6MnE11Swd7o6Q&s=19
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on March 09, 2022, 12:38:13 pm
^ POTW
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 09, 2022, 01:11:15 pm
trust me if this was an option on Hutch's car, he would have it in a heart beat
(https://external-preview.redd.it/QdSUTo1jZNV8FBl7cooZ0wkFy5V06iWn7Ey9QO7875A.jpg?width=640&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=a4ba2db553dbddabcd6f993b283453f853507c12)

Kinda how he treated his CDs too

(https://thevinylfactory.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/Highway-hi-fi.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 09, 2022, 01:18:14 pm
Hutch...ebay alert
I found one https://www.ebay.com/itm/275064970571

dang, even found the sears version
https://www.ebay.com/itm/115273657017

although the Phillips is supposed to be the only one that doesn't actually skip
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on March 09, 2022, 01:20:43 pm
I do take a portable record player on vacation……sometimes
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 09, 2022, 01:27:16 pm
for the penguins I assume?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 09, 2022, 01:48:32 pm
I do take a portable record player on vacation……sometimes
Incredible. I don’t even care if you’re joking and this is not true, I want to believe this so much.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on March 09, 2022, 02:09:04 pm
What do you mean? It’s 100% true…

I mean I have a CD player in the car but I have used the record player at the hotel or rental… I think I had a few of those numark pt-01 models

Which reminds me I need a new portable record player…
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on March 09, 2022, 08:13:55 pm
Incredibly good price

https://www.amazon.com/Zuma-Vinyl-NEIL-YOUNG/dp/B00004ZKNM/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1646859787&refinements=p_8%3A50-&rnid=301668&s=music&sr=1-5&tag=shtv-20
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on March 09, 2022, 08:42:02 pm
Incredibly good price

https://www.amazon.com/Zuma-Vinyl-NEIL-YOUNG/dp/B00004ZKNM/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1646859787&refinements=p_8%3A50-&rnid=301668&s=music&sr=1-5&tag=shtv-20

Whoa.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on March 09, 2022, 09:04:27 pm
The CD is only six bucks!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on March 09, 2022, 09:11:45 pm
Incredibly good price

https://www.amazon.com/Zuma-Vinyl-NEIL-YOUNG/dp/B00004ZKNM/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1646859787&refinements=p_8%3A50-&rnid=301668&s=music&sr=1-5&tag=shtv-20

Whoa.

I'll risk it for $13, but is this a garbage pressing?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on March 09, 2022, 09:20:02 pm
I don’t think so… Neil doesn’t do that…it’s likely a very good pressing

It’s surely a European Pallas pressing…Pallas tend to do well…the Wilco stuff is Pallas
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on March 09, 2022, 10:00:19 pm
I don’t think so… Neil doesn’t do that…it’s likely a very good pressing

It’s surely a European Pallas pressing…Pallas tend to do well…the Wilco stuff is Pallas

I wasn't sure about "import"

Edit: it's an official pressing and it has been that cheap a few times.

it's the european pressing from 2016 by warner bros records. there's no info on the mastering on discogs but it is probably the same as the BG cut from 2015 in the US.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 10, 2022, 07:53:35 am
Incredibly good price

https://www.amazon.com/Zuma-Vinyl-NEIL-YOUNG/dp/B00004ZKNM/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1646859787&refinements=p_8%3A50-&rnid=301668&s=music&sr=1-5&tag=shtv-20

Whoa.

I'll risk it for $13, but is this a garbage pressing?
yeah but you are supporting the evil Amzon, who steals the food off the plates of mom and pop indie bands
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on March 10, 2022, 09:13:15 am
Incredibly good price

https://www.amazon.com/Zuma-Vinyl-NEIL-YOUNG/dp/B00004ZKNM/ref=sr_1_5?qid=1646859787&refinements=p_8%3A50-&rnid=301668&s=music&sr=1-5&tag=shtv-20

Whoa.

I'll risk it for $13, but is this a garbage pressing?
yeah but you are supporting the evil Amzon, who steals the food off the plates of mom and pop indie bands

But the bitrate from vinyl is worth the blood on every worker's hands.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 10, 2022, 05:22:30 pm
(https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/files/2022/03/RIAA4-648x324.jpg)
Vinyl revenues grew 61% to $1.04 billion in 2021, the format’s 15th consecutive year of growth.
https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/with-15bn-revenue-2021-was-the-us-record-industrys-biggest-ever-year-kind-of/

Here’s the headline, folks: The US recorded music industry generated USD $15 billion in 2021 – its biggest annual tally in history.

you’d need to go all the way back to 1999 – over two decades ago – to find the previous peak year for the US industry, when it generated $14.6 billion.

(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/274554221_10225062864651943_83747027569076349_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=dbeb18&_nc_ohc=t8HsarPAbvIAX9JDImu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AT-O0y5HlzUOxyu6_JnDmY9pSn8NOt2MT_XKUEs_ilYd9Q&oe=622FF95B)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on March 11, 2022, 07:35:15 pm
Zuma arrived,  will report my findings!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on March 11, 2022, 10:51:08 pm
Please do!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on March 16, 2022, 03:46:54 pm
exclusive vinyl for the masses:

Walmart is selling exclusive vinyl versions of Led Zeppelin albums (https://ledzepnews.com/2022/02/25/walmart-is-selling-exclusive-vinyl-versions-of-led-zeppelin-albums/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 16, 2022, 04:08:38 pm
what's odd is the inclusion of Presence in that 3 pack
so many better LZ albums, honestly don't think I've ever listened to Presence

 Robert Christgau was less enthusiastic in The Village Voice...unnecessary in comparison with earlier recordings
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on March 16, 2022, 04:32:27 pm
Presence has its moments and fans….
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 16, 2022, 04:32:33 pm
Isn’t someone on here an unabashed Presence fanboy? Sweets or Hutch iirc.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 16, 2022, 04:33:38 pm
Isn’t someone on here an unabashed Presence fanboy? Sweets or Hutch iirc.
two most likely candidates
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on March 16, 2022, 05:09:13 pm
yup, i'm down with Presence.  not in my top 3, but it's a damn solid album.  very prog-rock.  guitars and drums on that album are as good as anything they produced.  and "tea for one"... oh my.  please have a listen (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxhCvDaE55k) and tell that ain't some top-shelf electric blues.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: BrettnotBritt on March 18, 2022, 09:14:36 am
Recently picked up both the 1962-1966 and 1967-1970 Beatles compilations (Red and Blue albums, respectively) that were reissued in 2014 - I'm not a huge fan of greatest hits records but these were actually cut from the analog master tapes and sound fantastic (especially the Blue album). Most of the Beatles rereleases are out there are just digital transfers, a few of which I own, and don't pack a punch like these do. (I also got my mom's original White Album [Capitol] and holy hell it's such a bad pressing)

The key for the Red/Blue LPs is to make sure the back says Printed in the EU with a copyright year of 2014. If the copyright year is 2018 and/or says Made in Canada, avoid! That's a bad pressing. The 2014 LPs are still floating around out there so grab'em while you can.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on March 21, 2022, 07:58:08 am
That’s a good tip

It’s always a good idea to research reissues before plonking down $35 as there are a lot of lemons
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on March 21, 2022, 11:13:23 am
Route 1’s New Eclectic Underground Music Station Plays Vinyls 24-7 (https://www.hyattsvillewire.com/2022/03/21/wax-altar/)

To be fair, it's a vinyl source which has been digitized then broadcast over a low powered FM signal...

https://www.thewaxaltar.com/
https://live365.com/station/The-Wax-Altar--a52944
https://tunein.com/radio/The-Wax-Altar-s310197/
https://www.instagram.com/waxaltar/?hl=en
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 23, 2022, 11:43:50 am
this is a cool concept, vote for the next vinyl reissue

https://www.runoutgroovevinyl.com/

found out as luna wants you to vote (but put the wrong link)
Run Out Groove are considering a deluxe 2LP version of Lunapark for its 30th anniversary. Vote at runout groovevinyl.com
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: StoneTheCrow on March 23, 2022, 05:49:32 pm
So are they just converting CDs? I'd consider the Kyuss but I already have that on disc. Somewhere.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on March 31, 2022, 04:37:49 pm
Presence has its moments and fans….

for the zepheads: a history of Presence.  a long, but good, read.

How Presence pulled Led Zeppelin out of the wreckage (https://www.loudersound.com/features/how-led-zeppelin-made-presence)
Led Zeppelin were ready to begin another huge US tour – then disaster struck. But out of the chaos rose Presence, an album Jimmy Page considers one of their best
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on April 05, 2022, 04:55:28 pm
on kickstarter:

DropStation: Vinyl Capture Workstation (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dropstation/dropstation-vinyl-capture-workstation)
DropStation is a self-contained, mastering-grade vinyl digitization workstation aimed at preserving the world's decaying analog media.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on April 05, 2022, 05:51:26 pm
But once its digital it won't be as good, right?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on April 05, 2022, 07:41:43 pm
But once its digital it won't be as good, right?

by "good", i'm going to assume you mean "that vinyl sound."

if this product produces a high quality digitization of the vinyl - "mastering-grade" would seem to imply this - then the resulting digital file should sound virtually identical to the original vinyl, including "that vinyl sound."

don't forget amplification: if you run your turntable through a tube amp, you'll want to run the digital file through that same amp to get the sound you're used to.  also, you'll want a high-end soundcard.  it would be silly to spend time, effort and dollars on a good digitization setup only to playback through a laptop's 1/8" headphone jack (i.e. the built-in soundcard, which is invariably not up to the job).

some studio engineer/producer type, can't remember who, once said "i use analog for its sound, and digital for its non-sound."  a properly made high-quality digital recording should be indistinguishable from the original source.  analog, on the other hand, introduces subtle distortion - but in many cases we find that distortion pleasing.  it adds things like "warmth" and "character", vs. digital which is perceived as "cold" (as in it doesn't add any warmth, just what you see is what you get).  abbey road has a sound, pro tools does not.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 05, 2022, 09:21:09 pm
did sweets have that on a cue card?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on April 06, 2022, 11:43:04 am
nah, i'm just a bit of a (former) studio nerd.  a long time ago i had occasional access to a professional recording studio (buddy worked there), i have done live sound for shows in bars, i have a small MIDI studio setup at home that i dabble in... and i read too much.  the combo of being bored and a fast typer leads to the above ;D
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on April 08, 2022, 01:53:43 pm
Obscene


Will probably quadruple in value


https://store.dead.net/special-edition-shops/europe-72/lyceum-72-the-complete-recordings-24lp.html
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 08, 2022, 01:57:02 pm
Will probably quadruple in value
Upon release? That's some sufficient arbitrage. Should I buy ten and flip?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 08, 2022, 02:01:04 pm
does it at least come with commemorative rolling papers for that price


HA!
Limited Edition of
4,000



so lets do the math
$550 x 4 = 2200 (1650 Profit)
you corner the market and get them all
4000 x 1650 = $6,600,000

not to shabby, maybe hutch is on to something
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on April 08, 2022, 02:05:12 pm
I wouldn’t say right upon release but probably within a year or two


Look at the 72 suitcase appreciation….and this is vinyl which people are Gaga over


Anyways I am not buying or offering advice
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 08, 2022, 02:06:37 pm
Sidehatch -- do you think that's too many pressings and you don't think this doubles or more at release? Need to know before I pull the trigger on buying several of these for flipping.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on April 08, 2022, 03:20:57 pm
So I guess the song changes to "Deadhead sticker on a Tesla"?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on April 18, 2022, 01:09:06 pm
Vinyl may not be dead yet... but what about being dead in vinyl?

"Just bury me with my record collection. It will be my vinyl resting place."
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on April 19, 2022, 10:59:26 am
Geebus

https://wilco-reissue-store.com/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 19, 2022, 11:21:48 am
Geebus

https://wilco-reissue-store.com/
yikes 11 slabs!

I just happened to listen to this last week and it's actually really great (latest sound opinions broadcast)
: 9/18/01 Sound Opinions – WXRT-Chicago, IL, With Greg Kot & Jim DeRogatis

they really try to get Jeff to talk about Jay B and such, but he never bites
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on April 19, 2022, 02:42:45 pm
They call it "rainbow vinyl", but I'm not really sure that's what's going on here
https://store.dead.net/music/lp/europe-72-50th-anniversary-dead-net-exclusive.html
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 25, 2022, 09:36:02 am
Morgan Freeman on the decks 1971 (electric company)
(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/278998515_5643181105709297_407181884732421683_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=2c4854&_nc_ohc=z7e5G3TXb5kAX9oiMys&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AT9keauLh54K37PV1uAMLkG0KtQGZq1YYnDSKVaNufFo2Q&oe=626B39C0)

I think this is the look Koz needs to go for
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on April 29, 2022, 01:33:24 pm
Not only not dead but super heavy as well

XTC's debut album 'White Music',  has been newly cut from masters & will be available on 200gm super-heavyweight vinyl from 24th June!  Originally produced by @JohnLeckie7 & newly mastered by Jason Mitchell at LOUD mastering, White Music returns to Black Vinyl. #xtc #200gramvinyl

https://twitter.com/apehousextc/status/1519960421150646272?s=21&t=DTXMdkPYxICqgfhycgRLLg
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on May 02, 2022, 10:29:57 am
Ultra-rare NMH vinyl up for auction (https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/96069/auctions/121754?t=search&v=Neutral+Milk+Hotel)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 02, 2022, 11:30:01 am
^nice that it's a fundraiser for public skatepark in Ruston, LA.!

there was a Gillian Welch signed skate deck too (kinda odd, but OK)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on May 10, 2022, 04:13:55 pm
https://www.washingtonian.com/2022/05/03/the-untold-story-of-the-white-houses-weirdly-hip-record-collection/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 10, 2022, 04:19:13 pm
that was a great article!

There were also plenty of left-field LPs—music whose inclusion, Rachlis says, offered “a certain kind of subversive joy.” Funkadelic’s Hardcore Jollies made the cut, as did Never Mind the Bollocks, Here’s the Sex Pistols and Captain Beefheart’s Trout Mask Replica. A Gil Scott-Heron compilation. Talking Heads’ More Songs About Buildings and Food. The Ramones’ Rocket to Russia.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on May 16, 2022, 08:41:58 am
https://www.instagram.com/p/CdnZgwoMsNd/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on May 16, 2022, 12:59:22 pm
Onkyo has gone bankrupt (https://www.lbtechreviews.com/news/hi-fi/onkyo-has-gone-bankrupt)
One of the big old trees in the hi-fi forest has fallen. Without a sound.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on May 16, 2022, 01:04:05 pm
Too bad….

Devolution
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 16, 2022, 10:30:59 pm
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/home-rule-music-festvial-tickets-306433961227

Join us for amazing performances by Black Fire artist, Plunky & Oneness of JuJu, legendary progressive jazz artists Doug Carn and David Murray.
The Home Rule Music Festival features the best Food Trucks, Craft Beverages, and a Record Fair with the finest local vinyl shops and record dealers.
This year the festival gathers around the story and legacy of Black Fire Records, the legendary distribution service turned label, magazine, and cultural movement that served to define the soundtrack of 1970s DC.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 19, 2022, 05:37:02 pm
(https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/282466211_10160904415516800_1090874703040119563_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=a26aad&_nc_ohc=am6rzJUhqqgAX-CAXA7&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AT8SSr9dLvqHBoxkAhczGQZSerCAWB0hpUnouvzIHFjQDA&oe=628C10FD)
“You can't do that!" is probably what the Capitol Records pressing plant manager yelled at the rogue employee who created this unheard of (and unauthorized) yellow-and-black split color version of the Beatles' 1964 single "Can't Buy Me Love." Likely pressed surreptitiously after hours, Third Man recently purchased this insanely rare record at auction. Expect to see this single on display soon at Third Man Records.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on May 20, 2022, 07:56:40 am
If ever there was a more aptly titled collection

For The Birds: The Birdsong Project 20LP Box Set

$399.99

I’ve seen this listed as high as $499 and the vinyl is a preorder

Purchase includes pair of Warby Parker Birdoculars from The Birdsong Project.

Downtown Records will be releasing The Bird Song Project "For The Birds: The Birdsong Project" on December 9th. The art-filled, 20LP box set includes over 200 tracks of original music and bird-related poetry. Proceeds from the sale of this collection and supporting events will be dedicated to the protection of birds and the habitats they need, today, tomorrow, and for all our futures with the National Audubon Society.

https://www.newburycomics.com/products/various_artists-for_the_birds_the_birdsong_project_20lp_box_set

And it’s coming out digitally in volumes starting today

Given Gozilla the Mark Robson, Damon Albarn and Wale collaboration makes more sense then first thought


Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on May 20, 2022, 08:44:58 am
Glad to say I have managed to steer clear of collecting birdcall records….there sure are a lot of them
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 20, 2022, 10:28:27 am
I will say, I saw some on here that made me think Jules would like this

Weird Bird - Written by Shel Silverstein. Read by Bobby Cannavale
Broom - Written by Jim Harrison. Read by Matthew McConaughey
If I Were a Kookaburra - Performed by Stephin Merritt
LSD - Written by Alex Dimitrov. Read by Jeff Goldblum
Seven in the Woods - Written by Jim Harrison. Read by Jason Schwartzman
‘sweet spring is your - Written by E. E. Cummings. Read by John Lithgow
Ode to the Hummingbird - Written by Pablo Neruda. Read by Daryl Hannah
St Kevin and the Blackbird - Written by Seamus Heaney. Read by Liam Neeson


All kidding asside there are some impressive musicains adding original music to this
not saying it's any good, but that's quite a list of musical superstars for such an odd project that probably won't sell that well (but maybe they will make $11 off streaming rev)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on May 20, 2022, 10:38:28 am
Olivier Messiaen would be... at least intrigued?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on May 20, 2022, 11:17:26 am
If ever there was a more aptly titled collection

For The Birds: The Birdsong Project 20LP Box Set

$399.99


And it’s coming out digitally in volumes starting today

Digital volume 1 (https://www.qobuz.com/us-en/album/for-the-birds-the-birdsong-project-vol-i-various-artists/dt42vmdh1145b)

If the other volumes are similar, there will be 5 volumes total, each with four LPs of tracks.

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 20, 2022, 11:21:42 am
there is even one for space on here
Lies About Sea Creatures - Written by Ada Limón. Read by Olivia Wilde
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on May 24, 2022, 02:44:04 am
(https://i2.wp.com/metalinjection.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Metallica-Turntable.jpg?w=1760&ssl=1)
 
METALLICA Makes A Really Metal-Looking Turntable Now  (https://metalinjection.net/metal-merch/metallica-makes-a-really-metal-looking-turntable-now)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on May 24, 2022, 09:06:57 am
at the budget friendly price of $1599 and doesn't come with a dust cover

Whiles I am a beggar, I will rail and say there is no sin but to be rich; and being rich, my virtue then shall be to say there is no vice but beggary
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on May 24, 2022, 09:11:56 am
The big news is UMG is hiking prices on LPs 24%

The $50 LP is not far behind

If record companies weren’t so greedy and if they invested in new pressing plants vinyl could become something other than a niche market….as it is it’s destined to be a luxury good
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on May 24, 2022, 12:19:03 pm
at the budget friendly price of $1599 and doesn't come with a dust cover

you just hire someone to dust it 3 times a day, DUH.

being rich, my virtue then shall be to say there is no vice but beggary

you forgot to log into the Jules account
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on May 24, 2022, 10:09:20 pm
Sir, we bring in a fresh vinyl platter and system daily. Well, the help physically does it, but you get my point.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 08, 2022, 04:33:58 pm
Cool Dad Raising Daughter On Media That Will Put Her Entirely Out Of Touch With Her Generation (https://www.theonion.com/cool-dad-raising-daughter-on-media-that-will-put-her-en-1819572981)

"Back then, I listened to junk like Journey and watched crappy movies like Iron Eagle," the 41-year-old said in reference to popular music and films of the 1980s that allowed him to have something to talk about with friends. "I wish my own dad had turned me on to the good stuff, so I wouldn't have had to wait until I was in my 20s before I started digging anything halfway decent."

"Well, I'm not making the same mistake he did," Campbell continued as he pulled out vinyl copies of Television's Marquee Moon, Miles Davis' Sketches Of Spain, and Big Star's #1 Record, highly influential albums that will in no way help his daughter interact with her peers at a particularly delicate time in her social development
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on June 08, 2022, 08:44:08 pm
Sketches of Spain is one of my least favorite Miles albums. Does anyone genuinely like it?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 13, 2022, 12:32:10 pm
anyone looking to actually make vinyl!  they are hiring

Furnace Record Pressing
1h  ·
Press Operator
About Furnace
We’re based in Alexandria, VA and so is this position. We eat, sleep and breathe vinyl. We're a gang of enthusiastic weirdos committed to doing the best job possible.
We practice Lean Manufacturing in the office and on the manufacturing floor- which means a lot of things but part of it is saving time every day by refining processes and refining ourselves. If we mess something up, we fix it and we learn from it. No excuses and no moping.
We’ve been doing this for 20 years and are dedicated to continuing to drive the industry by bringing only the best vinyl records to market.
About You
This is an entry-level position, so we don’t expect you to know how to do this job (don’t worry, we’ll provide training), but we do expect you to have certain qualities that will ensure you’re successful in the position and thrive within our culture.
This full-time position requires flexible presence during M-F with a possibility of overtime. We offer training, group health plans, paid vacation, holidays, and 401k.
So, if the following describes you, we encourage you to apply.
Learns quickly
Thinks critically and enjoys problem solving
Has a keen eye for detail.
Understands urgency (this is key)
Good communicator
Comfortable with machines
Likes being part of a team who works hard,respects their work and their co-workers
Demonstrates common sense and adheres to safety measures
 Some things you’ll do in this position:
Keep pressing station stocked with needed supplies
Setup and changeover jobs in the pressing room
Follow instructions, follow schedules, keep press running
Provide basic maintenance on presses
Willing to work occasional late and weekend shifts to meet production deadlines
Maintain and improve workspaces for safety, efficiency, and LEAN
Some things you’ll need in this position:
Mechanical work experience in a repair or manufacturing environment ideal
Knowledge of warehouse safety
Comfortable around (heavy duty) machines and an eagerness to master them is essential
Please send resumes to jobs@furnacemfgcom
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on June 13, 2022, 02:08:45 pm
Onkyo may be gone, but at least we still have... IKEA?? (https://www.techradar.com/news/ikea-launches-record-player-collab-with-swedish-house-mafia-and-were-into-it)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on June 13, 2022, 03:46:20 pm
Onkyo may be gone, but at least we still have... IKEA?? (https://www.techradar.com/news/ikea-launches-record-player-collab-with-swedish-house-mafia-and-were-into-it)

I blame Swedish House Mafia.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on June 13, 2022, 03:54:29 pm
That turntable looks crummy
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on June 13, 2022, 04:10:02 pm
Onkyo may be gone, but at least we still have... IKEA?? (https://www.techradar.com/news/ikea-launches-record-player-collab-with-swedish-house-mafia-and-were-into-it)

I blame Swedish House Mafia.

you, sir, would be correct.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on June 22, 2022, 10:41:33 am
https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/06/05/joe-bussard-record-collector-78s/


Interesting dude who believes that music died in 1933.  15,000 records (mostly 78's) to prove it...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on June 22, 2022, 10:57:22 am
Oh, man, Sidehatch isn't going to be Hutch's best friend anymore once he sees this.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 22, 2022, 12:34:50 pm
Oh, man, Sidehatch isn't going to be Hutch's best friend anymore once he sees this.
unfortunately the guy in that article is geographically unattractive, hatch doesn't do Frederick MD
so hutch keeps his status for now
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on June 22, 2022, 12:45:11 pm
The new LP by The Smile is between $40-45 …I just can’t do that…

How come Dischord can sell records for $13?


The greed by major labels shouldn’t be surprising but it’s shortsighted
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on June 22, 2022, 01:09:02 pm
Its only short-sighted if people won't pay that much. As long as there are fools with money, its the right price.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 22, 2022, 01:47:14 pm
How come Dischord can sell records for $13?
I can't remember what band said it, "not everyone can live like monks"
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on June 22, 2022, 01:51:37 pm
https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/06/05/joe-bussard-record-collector-78s/ (https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/06/05/joe-bussard-record-collector-78s/)

Interesting dude who believes that music died in 1933.  15,000 records (mostly 78's) to prove it...

this story was already posted on this board, a mere 16 days ago.  i feel that going to a corner and thinking about what you've done isn't nearly sufficient as penance.  this board is going straight down the tubes.  i can't even.

WaPo wrote a story about hutch?? (https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2022/06/05/joe-bussard-record-collector-78s/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on June 22, 2022, 02:09:46 pm
my apologies

I just spotted it in the WaPo actual newspaper a mere two days ago
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on June 22, 2022, 02:31:44 pm
Oh, man, Sidehatch isn't going to be Hutch's best friend anymore once he sees this.
unfortunately the guy in that article is geographically unattractive, hatch doesn't do Frederick MD
so hutch keeps his status for now
You misunderstood: I'm saying Hutch is going to dump YOU for HIM, not you dump Hutch.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on June 23, 2022, 07:23:12 am
https://www.fox5dc.com/news/woman-caught-on-camera-stealing-thousands-of-dollars-worth-of-vinyl-records-in-maryland

Hmm… maybe Jules was right
This happened in Frederick, although the dressing in drag was a plot twist I didn’t see coming
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on June 23, 2022, 07:55:55 am
Given what B&N charge for vinyl that’s like 25 records
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: BrettnotBritt on June 23, 2022, 10:51:02 am
Great news!

https://pitchfork.com/news/new-vinyl-pressing-plant-from-mofi-and-music-direct-to-open-in-california/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: shemptiness on July 26, 2022, 06:33:50 pm
This Footage Inside A Tower Records In 1995 Is Like A Relic Of A Lost Civilization (https://digg.com/video/tower-records-1995-footage)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on July 26, 2022, 07:52:05 pm
I think I saw a young Space in that footage.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 29, 2022, 11:11:55 pm
Making a vinyl record
https://twitter.com/fastworkers6/status/1552942501421428737?s=20&t=hCH_MypLpsE0jupzrOrThw
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on August 05, 2022, 05:07:50 pm
SCANDAL IN THE VINYL WORLD!!!

How a Phoenix record store owner set the audiophile world on fire (https://www.washingtonpost.com/music/2022/08/05/mofi-records-analog-digital-scandal/)
MoFi Records claimed its expensive reissues were purely analog reproductions. It had been deceiving its customer base for years.


this whole fiasco is a huge indictment of vinyl-fetishists and analog-only-junkies.  MoFi had been hailed as "proof" that pure analog was better.  purists bought and listened to MoFo reissues on hugely expensive stereo systems... and no one noticed it wasn't pure analog.  in other words, they couldn't tell the difference.  the emperor is naked, and he's showing his ass to his followers.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on August 05, 2022, 08:46:38 pm
Lemme just say...

(https://tenor.com/view/haha-gif-19711913.gif)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on August 05, 2022, 09:21:52 pm
Makes me want to buy a used Elcaste deck and the record The Rusty Nutz have released on that format to became a Uber audiophile
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on August 09, 2022, 11:01:42 pm
Record collector vents about 10 annoyances of the vinyl revival (https://www.goldminemag.com/columns/old-school-record-collector-vents-about-10-annoyances-of-the-vinyl-revival)


and, insightful: These were the top-selling records on eBay during the month of July 2022 (https://www.goldminemag.com/collector-resources/market-watch-misfits-single-tops-10k-rare-smiths-album-excites-bidders-more).  some folks have cash to burn.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on August 10, 2022, 12:01:54 am
True but this is all old news
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on August 24, 2022, 10:15:04 pm
Joe's Record Paradise rent check stolen from mail (https://wtop.com/montgomery-county/2022/08/md-record-store-owner-rent-check-stolen-cashed-for-9k/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on August 24, 2022, 10:36:14 pm
That’s incredible
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on August 25, 2022, 08:09:28 am
Checks being stolen from mailboxes is all to common place these days in the area.. and who ever is doing must be very sophisticated because the Postal Service agents don’t mess around regarding mail fraud… word is they got the key that opens an area’s boxes
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on August 25, 2022, 08:17:03 am
Joe's Record Paradise rent check stolen from mail (https://wtop.com/montgomery-county/2022/08/md-record-store-owner-rent-check-stolen-cashed-for-9k/)

Man... I feel for this guy but he seems to run a business like it's still in the 1950s.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 29, 2022, 01:43:47 pm
man there is some real quality content here
https://www.facebook.com/groups/tributetotheveryworstalbumcovers

this is real
(https://i.discogs.com/pd3QJfVhfXWxkZacj-BUXqQhKSFSPBK06p5XpP8XkOA/rs:fit/g:sm/q:90/h:581/w:600/czM6Ly9kaXNjb2dz/LWRhdGFiYXNlLWlt/YWdlcy9SLTI0Mzc0/OTM2LTE2NjI2NDc0/MTgtOTAxOC5qcGVn.jpeg)

this is too good not to share
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/306791520_5517754821647233_8806268167579716090_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=5cd70e&_nc_ohc=_YRsLu4dLJgAX_LHc0k&tn=O7BRrXfw2PAkISxs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AT9bLywDDNJ0WT_47Rp87IOBoji8fcMr-Gtc9BCENtvh6w&oe=633A0F09)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on September 29, 2022, 01:53:25 pm
there's some sort of vinyl event at Other Half this weekend.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on September 29, 2022, 02:33:13 pm
Speaking of events designed to do damage to one's bank account

Paved Paradise is back! From Oct 12th-23rd join its traveling label expo as they travel across the United States to sling LPs, 45s, cassettes, T-shirts, totes + more.

At Songbyrd Weds Oct 19th Noon until the early evening

I could drop mucho bucks on Colemine releases alone... kinda of bummer it's in the middle of the week.

https://songbyrddc.com/event/paved-paradise-label-expo/

(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Fdw65M0XwBwhsPz?format=jpg&name=small)



Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 30, 2022, 03:08:31 pm
there is a lot to unpack here
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/308167027_10160347022573011_4775809962968021810_n.jpg?stp=cp6_dst-jpg&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=5cd70e&_nc_ohc=C7cB06tXZJIAX-ZsMtO&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AT_y6zIWUyzuuUOaNaSSN1F24vXLdxPvk0s8OKIuawgKPw&oe=633C8A96)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 05, 2022, 11:58:35 am
they just don't make album covers like the used to
What exactly is going on at the bossa nova hotel?
(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/YeAAAOSws4piaECz/s-l500.png)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on October 05, 2022, 12:05:10 pm
Yeah…not sure….definitely weird…I doubt it helped sales

The ultimate one hit wonder (not really as I think a second song from the album cracked the top 40)…I want to say Maniac was originally released from the Flashdance soundtrack and then the solo album was put out to capitalize on the success

Years later I think I found out Sembello had worked on Thriller

This concludes my Sembello knowledge bulletin
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 05, 2022, 12:07:46 pm
this was impressive...working with stevie at 17 when stevie was at the height of his career

Sembello began his career in music as a session musician, working as a guitarist. By age 17, he was working professionally with Stevie Wonder on electric and acoustic guitar as a studio player on Wonder's Fulfillingness' First Finale. He continued the same year, chosen as one of the core artists who worked on Songs in the Key of Life, an ambitious double album that took two years to create. He was credited as lead and rhythm guitarist on most of the tracks
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 11, 2022, 08:33:19 am
wow, just on the band name alone this is a must get (seems tailor made for Grateful)
Band Name: Eximperituserqethhzebibšiptugakkathšulweliarzaxułum
(https://www.angrymetalguy.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Eximperitus_Sahrartu_01.jpg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on October 11, 2022, 10:11:34 am
(seems tailor made for Grateful)

Can confirm.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on October 11, 2022, 12:36:08 pm
I got a couple Colemine Records today Say She She and The Harlem Gospel Travelers and talk about lovely packaging… both gatefold covers and very nice inner plastic sleeves.. these folks do not mess around with their products
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on October 24, 2022, 05:05:22 pm
Hutch...you got this one?! Looks like it has more bangers that a late 90s prince triple album

(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/311705571_633395634994426_9181038377316121600_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=5cd70e&_nc_ohc=P_obf6pqWnUAX8kbIxE&_nc_oc=AQlvof48ovOvh8f_0SvXGN0Nt2DSuThD4JijBlchQE07Y0lzWVHGT2nWEzYut3vH0fA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AT84hYH4IrI3c1bo7ms_dTGVBY63kb7dCzVwz56jhk4NtA&oe=635B21E2)

Just watched Airplane last weekend and that scene when they are in the army hospital
'this guy thinks he's ethel merman'




Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on October 24, 2022, 05:06:00 pm
Of course I have it
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on November 17, 2022, 09:40:21 pm
Walmart is having a sale through the 20th.  All albums $15 including double albums.  I bought Stones Hot Rocks, Petty's Greatest Hits, and Pearl Jam Rear View Mirror...all double albums.  Also filled in my Led Zeppelin collection.  Heading to another Walmart in search of more.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on November 17, 2022, 10:09:25 pm
I heard about this…. Great deal
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 01, 2022, 08:21:58 pm
Macron will gift Biden a Vinyl of the original soundtrack of Claude LELOUCH's film "Un Homme et une Femme,” which is the film that Biden and Jill Biden went to see on their first date.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on December 01, 2022, 08:43:35 pm
I think either I bought that LP for my better half when we were first going out…at Eastern Market near her then apartment …or she bought it for herself while we were at the market … we can’t seem to remember
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on December 02, 2022, 03:16:04 pm
Macron will gift Biden a Vinyl of the original soundtrack of Claude LELOUCH's film "Un Homme et une Femme,” which is the film that Biden and Jill Biden went to see on their first date.

classy move.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 23, 2022, 11:57:14 am
This is cool
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/321415145_3517580445154554_8718995684181934252_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=a26aad&_nc_ohc=i-c69Q-zq88AX_cy4v6&tn=dD9Uvfm4-SIXxUOG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AfCTVsKH07DHLGBSFXQHyhFaeILm7etm-kYQl26JlV61Bw&oe=63AB3988)

Get great presents like this collection of music from John Hughes movies at record stores like Spoonful Records] and get the scoop on the music from John Hughes movies when you listen to the latest episode of the Record Store Day Podcast featuring music supervisor Tarquin Gotch and Hughes’ hometown record store @waxtraxchicago



amz has it for $125  https://www.amazon.com/Life-Moves-Pretty-Fast-Mixtapes/dp/B0B6CGHW5J
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on December 23, 2022, 12:23:31 pm
I don't get it. Aren't like 90% (or more!) of these songs on streaming services? I mean a playlist is free. And these songs don't seem to benefit from the (dubious) higher audio quality that vinyl delivers. And the artists royalties from a niche LP box set ultimately don't amount to a cup of coffee...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 23, 2022, 12:52:53 pm
I don't get it. Aren't like 90% (or more!) of these songs on streaming services? I mean a playlist is free. And these songs don't seem to benefit from the (dubious) higher audio quality that vinyl delivers. And the artists royalties from a niche LP box set ultimately don't amount to a cup of coffee...
so you say you care about the artists' royalties, yet use streaming services
but either way...the artists aren't getting that much.  they make way more if you buy a tshirt from their website if you really want to support them

I just like the fact that it's in one cool package, nothing to do with audio quality
and it's fairly unique in scope

some of my all time favorite tracks are in this box set
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on December 23, 2022, 08:25:17 pm
Spent $39 for the 4CD set. Definitely lots of fun. Some people have complained about key missing tracks. Sure, "Danke Schoen" should have been included but most buyers already have "Twist And Shout". Finally have Silicon Teens' re-recording of "Red River Rock". TONS of track-by-track liner notes. I learned a lot about how the soundtrack sausage is made.

I'm sure the streamers are also enjoying the liner notes. /s
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on January 12, 2023, 08:07:11 pm
bad news, smax: vinyl definitely isn't dead (nor are cassettes)

Vinyl Grows For The 17th Straight Year, Taylor Swift Breaks Modern Sales Record (https://www.stereogum.com/2210268/vinyl-grows-for-the-17th-straight-year-taylor-swift-breaks-modern-sales-record/news/)

(...) Well, looks like the vinyl boom is also still going strong in the US. In 2022, for the second year in a row, vinyl sales outsold CDs in the US, according to the Luminate Year-End Music Report and Billboard. Likewise, vinyl sales grew for a 17th consecutive year in the US, with Taylor Swift’s Midnights being the top-selling vinyl in 2022 with 945,000 copies sold last year. In other words, Midnights was not just the top selling album of the year, it had the most vinyl sales in a year since Luminate — formerly SoundScan — began tracking in 1991. One out of every 25 vinyl albums sold was a Taylor Swift album, if you count Folklore‘s #7 spot.
(...)
In a funny bit of irony, the report also states that only half of fans buying records actually own a record player.
(...)
As for cassette tapes, in 2022 sales in the US increased by 28% to 440,000, up from 343,000 in 2021.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: vansmack on January 12, 2023, 08:42:49 pm
bad news, smax: vinyl definitely isn't dead (nor are cassettes)

Vinyl Grows For The 17th Straight Year, Taylor Swift Breaks Modern Sales Record (https://www.stereogum.com/2210268/vinyl-grows-for-the-17th-straight-year-taylor-swift-breaks-modern-sales-record/news/)

(...) Well, looks like the vinyl boom is also still going strong in the US. In 2022, for the second year in a row, vinyl sales outsold CDs in the US, according to the Luminate Year-End Music Report and Billboard. Likewise, vinyl sales grew for a 17th consecutive year in the US, with Taylor Swift’s Midnights being the top-selling vinyl in 2022 with 945,000 copies sold last year. In other words, Midnights was not just the top selling album of the year, it had the most vinyl sales in a year since Luminate — formerly SoundScan — began tracking in 1991. One out of every 25 vinyl albums sold was a Taylor Swift album, if you count Folklore‘s #7 spot.

Less than 1 million and you think it's not dead.  Cool.

(...)
In a funny bit of irony, the report also states that only half of fans buying records actually own a record player.
(...)
As for cassette tapes, in 2022 sales in the US increased by 28% to 440,000, up from 343,000 in 2021.


It's because you moved up the Tour presale if you added the code from your vinyl, Target package, cassette, etc. (just to prove that the 945,000 is a false number).  How did that work out for everybody?  I would suggest visiting Reddit /taylorswift for a sample.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 12, 2023, 10:27:31 pm
One out of every 25 vinyl albums sold was a Taylor Swift album, if you count Folklore‘s #7 spot.
that is one crazy stat

but followed by, 1/2 a mill of those records will never see a needle, ever
does that really count as music sales or memorabilia?


on a related note, the Dr is in
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/563118475403529
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on January 12, 2023, 10:57:58 pm
Less than 1 million and you think it's not dead.  Cool.

you think that alive/dead isn't binary, but somehow has shades of grey.  cool.

It's because you moved up the Tour presale if you added the code from your vinyl, Target package, cassette, etc. (just to prove that the 945,000 is a false number).  How did that work out for everybody?  I would suggest visiting Reddit /taylorswift for a sample.

a kids meal that is bought because it contains a toy is still a kids meal sold.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on January 12, 2023, 10:59:40 pm
a kids meal that is bought because it contains a toy is still a kids meal sold.
I'd say in that example 90-98% of those meals are eaten
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 02, 2023, 04:34:09 pm
Today I learned if you bought a red vinyl version of The White Stripes "White Blood Cells" sold only at live shows it's apparently worth a thousand dollars... Turns out my black vinyl version of this record is possibly worth a mere hundred dollars...  which is now the third rare White Stripes release I own

I learned this while watching someone unbox and then rant about the poor quality of the new $575 White Stripes - White Blood Cells - The Electric Recording Company pressing.  TL/DW - basically the use of Tubes to master this record soften the sound of Meg's drum and there were major issues with quality of the sleeve, including the use of a black sharpie to cover up some flaws in the sleeve.  He expected much for what they asking for that pressing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yf9NtUJj6R4
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on February 02, 2023, 04:45:18 pm
I learned this while watching someone unbox and then rant about the poor quality of the new $575 White Stripes - White Blood Cells - The Electric Recording Company pressing . . .

He expected much for what they asking . . .

(https://media4.giphy.com/media/pgoyg95I0iyrUBveeb/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 02, 2023, 05:53:14 pm
Today I learned if you bought a red vinyl version of The White Stripes "White Blood Cells" sold only at live shows it's apparently worth a thousand dollars... Turns out my black vinyl version of this record is possibly worth a mere hundred dollars...  which is now the third rare White Stripes release I own

I learned this while watching someone unbox and then rant about the poor quality of the new $575 White Stripes - White Blood Cells - The Electric Recording Company pressing.  TL/DW - basically the use of Tubes to master this record soften the sound of Meg's drum and there were major issues with quality of the sleeve, including the use of a black sharpie to cover up some flaws in the sleeve.  He expected much for what they asking for that pressing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yf9NtUJj6R4
please tell me you didn't spend 28 mins watching this vid
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 03, 2023, 11:15:02 am
All Hail West Texas, now on Yellow Vinyl
https://themountaingoats.bandcamp.com/album/all-hail-west-texas-remastered
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 03, 2023, 11:19:05 am
Today I learned if you bought a red vinyl version of The White Stripes "White Blood Cells" sold only at live shows it's apparently worth a thousand dollars... Turns out my black vinyl version of this record is possibly worth a mere hundred dollars...  which is now the third rare White Stripes release I own

I learned this while watching someone unbox and then rant about the poor quality of the new $575 White Stripes - White Blood Cells - The Electric Recording Company pressing.  TL/DW - basically the use of Tubes to master this record soften the sound of Meg's drum and there were major issues with quality of the sleeve, including the use of a black sharpie to cover up some flaws in the sleeve.  He expected much for what they asking for that pressing.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yf9NtUJj6R4
please tell me you didn't spend 28 mins watching this vid

well mainly i listened to this and it's probably the longest non-concert video i've ever watch on youtube...  and it didn't at all drag along
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 03, 2023, 08:21:13 pm
this looks cool, but I'm getting to the point where I can't spend $50 on every vinyl record I see
https://cobrasiderecords.com/products/replacements-live-at-riot-fest-toronto
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on February 16, 2023, 09:14:25 am
https://www.washingtonian.com/2023/02/15/dcs-most-adventurous-record-store-just-opened-in-chevy-chase/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on February 16, 2023, 12:22:07 pm
https://www.washingtonian.com/2023/02/15/dcs-most-adventurous-record-store-just-opened-in-chevy-chase/

Fascinating!

Thanks for posting Yada
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on February 16, 2023, 12:54:59 pm
https://www.washingtonian.com/2023/02/15/dcs-most-adventurous-record-store-just-opened-in-chevy-chase/

Fascinating!

Thanks for posting Yada

Kind of belongs in Julian's America... To be honest, gotta assume this dude is independently wealthy to be successful in the woke/hipster/chic art space.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on February 16, 2023, 01:08:27 pm
Yeah I think his business plan involves losing all of his money within 3 years.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Yada on February 16, 2023, 01:18:10 pm
Yeah I think his business plan involves losing all of his money within 3 years.

or his trust fund...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on February 16, 2023, 01:40:33 pm
curious... I'll probably stop by Saturday and see what it's/he's all about
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 17, 2023, 10:21:09 am
Based on my thoroughly non scientific analysis of what's shown up in my twitter timeline, the next RSD is focusing on live records and at least in the UK B-side collections.. including the all important collection of Flock Of Seagulls rarties.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on February 17, 2023, 12:06:50 pm
https://www.washingtonian.com/2023/02/15/dcs-most-adventurous-record-store-just-opened-in-chevy-chase/
this might turn into Julian's new pot pick up spot
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on February 17, 2023, 02:06:26 pm
https://www.washingtonian.com/2023/02/15/dcs-most-adventurous-record-store-just-opened-in-chevy-chase/
this might turn into Julian's new pot pick up spot
I mean, I would check this out but for convenience sake, the off street parking, lax security, ATM access, and close proximity to my Chevy Chase office makes the Wells Fargo on Connecticut hard to beat for my wife’s marijuana delivery needs.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Starsky on February 22, 2023, 12:16:05 am
A very underrated album - a personal favorite-finally gets a vinyl issue and at a reasonable price.

https://www.newburycomics.com/collections/exclusive-vinyl/products/ivy-apartment_life_exclusive_lp?variant=42100466942132
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on February 27, 2023, 03:17:07 pm
People are buying records, but why? (https://www.gawker.com/culture/on-vinyl)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on February 27, 2023, 03:36:54 pm
Why do people buy anything?

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on February 27, 2023, 03:44:45 pm
People like to touch and hold things.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on February 27, 2023, 04:07:48 pm
This is true….

Vinyl is very tactile


Why else?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on February 27, 2023, 04:33:30 pm
People love to watch things going round and round.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on February 27, 2023, 05:04:57 pm
People like to touch and hold things.
Leave Kosmo's mom out of this.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 27, 2023, 06:25:59 pm
People like to touch and hold things.

You can get arrested for doing this in public
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on March 14, 2023, 12:16:53 pm
attention, residents of Alexandria: take a wrong turn down the wrong alleyway, and you might find yourself face to face with Lars

Metallica Sells So Much Vinyl It Just Bought Its Own Pressing Plant (https://www.billboard.com/pro/metallica-bought-vinyl-record-pressing-plant/)
The group -- which pressed 900,000-plus pieces of vinyl in 2022 alone -- is acquiring most of Furnace Record Pressing in Virginia.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 14, 2023, 12:33:40 pm
attention, residents of Alexandria: take a wrong turn down the wrong alleyway, and you might find yourself face to face with Lars

Metallica Sells So Much Vinyl It Just Bought Its Own Pressing Plant (https://www.billboard.com/pro/metallica-bought-vinyl-record-pressing-plant/)
The group -- which pressed 900,000-plus pieces of vinyl in 2022 alone -- is acquiring most of Furnace Record Pressing in Virginia.
Damn!
that sucks for all the bands that were using that plant though
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on March 14, 2023, 12:55:15 pm
attention, residents of Alexandria: take a wrong turn down the wrong alleyway, and you might find yourself face to face with Lars

Metallica Sells So Much Vinyl It Just Bought Its Own Pressing Plant (https://www.billboard.com/pro/metallica-bought-vinyl-record-pressing-plant/)
The group -- which pressed 900,000-plus pieces of vinyl in 2022 alone -- is acquiring most of Furnace Record Pressing in Virginia.
Damn!
that sucks for all the bands that were using that plant though


Same.

https://twitter.com/rigbygender/status/1635345310775115776?t=LMPmFcX8RU9oeq5LUPIQ6A&s=19
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on March 14, 2023, 01:26:19 pm
attention, residents of Alexandria: take a wrong turn down the wrong alleyway, and you might find yourself face to face with Lars

Metallica Sells So Much Vinyl It Just Bought Its Own Pressing Plant (https://www.billboard.com/pro/metallica-bought-vinyl-record-pressing-plant/)
The group -- which pressed 900,000-plus pieces of vinyl in 2022 alone -- is acquiring most of Furnace Record Pressing in Virginia.
Damn!
that sucks for all the bands that were using that plant though


Same.

https://twitter.com/rigbygender/status/1635345310775115776?t=LMPmFcX8RU9oeq5LUPIQ6A&s=19

and weren't people right off the bat trying to flip some of this releases variants at high prices? 
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 14, 2023, 01:55:21 pm
To be fair, I would take a copy of Adele 30 at Goodwill prices.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on March 14, 2023, 03:02:28 pm
that sucks for all the bands that were using that plant though

does it?  they say they will continue working with other bands, this press isn't going 100% metallica... hetfield & co will certainly have priority, but i don't think they move enough volume to take over everything.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 14, 2023, 11:43:41 pm
that sucks for all the bands that were using that plant though

does it?  they say they will continue working with other bands, this press isn't going 100% metallica... hetfield & co will certainly have priority, but i don't think they move enough volume to take over everything.
Ok, didn't read the article, but thought they just bought the plant so they could make the records they needed
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on March 15, 2023, 12:52:47 pm
Guided by voices store having sale
$10 LPs


www.gbv.com
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on March 15, 2023, 01:41:37 pm
Nice!  Just filled in my collection a bit.  Thanks for tip Hutch.

Guided by voices store having sale
$10 LPs


www.gbv.com
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on March 16, 2023, 06:07:07 pm
No problema


CD Cellar is putting out a lot of great used vinyl.
They post pictures of the good stuff on their Facebook
I was going to buy a few items but prices like $60, $45, $50 kind of put me off…I guess I didn’t want any of them that badly cause I have paid that before and this time I walked out empty handed
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 16, 2023, 08:04:49 pm
Cd cellars fb feed is torture, they are posting some killer slabs… but then you zoom in on the price and are like “mp3s don’t sound soo bad”
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on March 16, 2023, 08:38:57 pm
Yeah the prices are kind of surreal on the choice stuff

Like $375 for the Melodians. Geez, I know it’s rare but damn….I saw one other record- I forget what/ for $650!

I guess I have a bit of an issue when record stores begin to just follow discogs pricing. I mean if your prices are so similar I can just buy everything on discogs.

On the other hand they are paying sellers 1/3 of what they price it at….theoretically…

Anyways I still find plenty of great stuff at CD Cellar
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on March 16, 2023, 08:43:50 pm
I mean Galaxie 500 On Fire was $100.

Geez
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on March 16, 2023, 09:01:44 pm
The vinyl re-issue for the “Stop Making Sense” soundtrack is of course insanely expensive
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on March 16, 2023, 09:14:32 pm
I think it’s reasonable

https://store.talkingheadsofficial.com/en/talking-heads/music/stop-making-sense-2lp/603497832835.html
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on March 17, 2023, 06:31:57 am
Ok I was seeing what it cost in the UK which was 50 quid and higher, possibly they are importing it
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on March 20, 2023, 08:50:12 am
The Day The Vinyl Died

that single with the jailed J6 choods "singing" and TFG is now being pressed on 7" vinyl for the LOW LOW LOW price of $199.99 and as added bonus you get 10% off the next edition

https://twitter.com/VinylStupidity/status/1637791733101494272?s=20
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on March 20, 2023, 02:47:47 pm
Described as

Brimful of Asshats on the 45
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 20, 2023, 02:51:24 pm
Described as

Brimful of Asshats on the 45
(https://media1.giphy.com/media/d2jjIRvGomz6GMkU/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on March 27, 2023, 10:50:13 pm
some albums are full of shit.  yet others... (https://consequence.net/2023/03/vinyl-urine-lp-private-function/)

(apparently their functions weren't so private?)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 28, 2023, 12:09:20 pm
some albums are full of shit.  yet others... (https://consequence.net/2023/03/vinyl-urine-lp-private-function/)

(apparently their functions weren't so private?)
hysterical...
. “Congratulations to the 50 people who ordered the ‘Gold’ version of our new record,” reads the caption. “You just bought a liquid disc full of our piss. We worked with local legends @saltydog.records to build the world’s first piss filled record, it turns out it’s really hard.”

Due to its rather experimental nature, Private Function haven’t yet revealed what exactly this pee-filled LP (L-pee?) will look like, but we’re thinking its ‘Gold’ nickname gives us a pretty good idea. The band signed off with a final request: “Please don’t use our DNA to commit crimes.”
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on March 28, 2023, 02:16:08 pm
some albums are full of shit.  yet others... (https://consequence.net/2023/03/vinyl-urine-lp-private-function/)

(apparently their functions weren't so private?)
hysterical...
. “Congratulations to the 50 people who ordered the ‘Gold’ version of our new record,” reads the caption. “You just bought a liquid disc full of our piss. We worked with local legends @saltydog.records to build the world’s first piss filled record, it turns out it’s really hard.”

Due to its rather experimental nature, Private Function haven’t yet revealed what exactly this pee-filled LP (L-pee?) will look like, but we’re thinking its ‘Gold’ nickname gives us a pretty good idea. The band signed off with a final request: “Please don’t use our DNA to commit crimes.”


11 years ago:

Flaming Lips Blood Vinyl: 10 Copies, $2500, Features Ke$ha, Erykah Badu, Nick Cave, Chris Martin Blood (https://pitchfork.com/news/46404-flaming-lips-blood-vinyl-10-copies-2500-features-keha-erykah-badu-nick-cave-chris-martin-blood/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on March 28, 2023, 02:18:09 pm
Blood. Piss. What are these half-measures?

Unless someone wants to go big and make a cassette tape out of vaginal or seminal fluids, don't wake me up.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 28, 2023, 02:23:28 pm
some albums are full of shit.  yet others... (https://consequence.net/2023/03/vinyl-urine-lp-private-function/)

(apparently their functions weren't so private?)
hysterical...
. “Congratulations to the 50 people who ordered the ‘Gold’ version of our new record,” reads the caption. “You just bought a liquid disc full of our piss. We worked with local legends @saltydog.records to build the world’s first piss filled record, it turns out it’s really hard.”

Due to its rather experimental nature, Private Function haven’t yet revealed what exactly this pee-filled LP (L-pee?) will look like, but we’re thinking its ‘Gold’ nickname gives us a pretty good idea. The band signed off with a final request: “Please don’t use our DNA to commit crimes.”


11 years ago:

Flaming Lips Blood Vinyl: 10 Copies, $2500, Features Ke$ha, Erykah Badu, Nick Cave, Chris Martin Blood (https://pitchfork.com/news/46404-flaming-lips-blood-vinyl-10-copies-2500-features-keha-erykah-badu-nick-cave-chris-martin-blood/)
someone is selling a copy for $12k
https://www.discogs.com/sell/release/4574588?ev=rb
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on March 28, 2023, 02:32:52 pm
Plus $4 shipping. If I spent $12K on a record, I'd expect more than media mail.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on March 28, 2023, 02:36:39 pm
Plus $4 shipping. If I spent $12K on a record, I'd expect more than media mail.
my same thought when I saw that
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on March 28, 2023, 09:58:20 pm
Which is more disgusting Idles' Joe Talbot making a limited edition (obviously) vinyl LP of Brutalism with his dead mother's ashes, or the piss record?

https://www.discogs.com/release/11073896-Idles-Brutalism
 1 for sale at more than $14k.



some albums are full of shit.  yet others... (https://consequence.net/2023/03/vinyl-urine-lp-private-function/)

(apparently their functions weren't so private?)
hysterical...
. “Congratulations to the 50 people who ordered the ‘Gold’ version of our new record,” reads the caption. “You just bought a liquid disc full of our piss. We worked with local legends @saltydog.records to build the world’s first piss filled record, it turns out it’s really hard.”

Due to its rather experimental nature, Private Function haven’t yet revealed what exactly this pee-filled LP (L-pee?) will look like, but we’re thinking its ‘Gold’ nickname gives us a pretty good idea. The band signed off with a final request: “Please don’t use our DNA to commit crimes.”

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: bearman🐻 on March 29, 2023, 01:15:00 pm
I mean Galaxie 500 On Fire was $100.

Geez

A far better bargain:
https://www.newburycomics.com/collections/exclusive-vinyl/products/galaxie_500-on_fire_exclusive_lp_pink?variant=42186720346292
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on March 29, 2023, 01:39:10 pm
Yeah, I already own an original.

Just illustrative of prices….
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on April 05, 2023, 11:48:24 am
Turns out it wasn't Adele that was clogging up the vinyl production chain after all  ;)

Man sentenced for selling ‘fake’ vinyl records online

A “FAMILY man” who laundered more than £1m in counterfeit vinyl record sales has been spared jail.

Richard Hutter pocketed £1,247,222 selling fake LP vinyls of iconic rock artists to unsuspecting customers on his own website and eBay, a court heard.

https://www.salisburyjournal.co.uk/news/23435675.man-sentenced-selling-fake-vinyl-records-online/

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Post by: kosmo vinyl on April 05, 2023, 11:56:02 am
Less ads version

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/apr/05/man-who-made-12m-from-fake-vinyl-records-caught-out-by-clash-fan
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Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 05, 2023, 12:04:25 pm
Less ads version

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/apr/05/man-who-made-12m-from-fake-vinyl-records-caught-out-by-clash-fan
No jail time. Interesting to reflect on what this guy would have gotten in the US.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on April 05, 2023, 12:21:47 pm
Less ads version

https://www.theguardian.com/music/2023/apr/05/man-who-made-12m-from-fake-vinyl-records-caught-out-by-clash-fan
No jail time. Interesting to reflect on what this guy would have gotten in the US.

looks like he would have gotten five years for money laundering but there was an error in way the case was handled... 



An error in dealing with the case at Poole Magistrates’ Court, where Hutter pleaded guilty in December 2020, meant the case was severely delayed in reaching crown court.

Sentencing, Recorder Richard Tutt said: “In my judgement, this is a highly culpable offence. You involved others, namely your wife and one of your sons, and the offending took place over a significant period of time.

Salisbury Journal: Richard Hutter with his vinyls in the background.

“[However], my sentencing powers are limited because of an oversight or error in magistrates court.”

Sentenced solely on a charge of money laundering – Hutter was given a four-month sentence, suspended for 24 months.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 20, 2023, 11:11:24 am
a RSD release that looks interesting
(https://recordstoreday.com/Photo/418467231997:360)
Day of the Doug is a tribute album to Doug Sahm. It features 12 songs that span Sahm’s career as a solo artist as well as his work with Sir Douglas Quintet and Texas Tornados. The Intro and Outro tracks are phone messages that Doug left Jay Farrar over the years. This is a brand new record from Son Volt.



the talyor swift...exclusive...they made 75k of them, so not really that rare

of course the peepa pig release is the one I'm gunning for
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 20, 2023, 08:43:26 pm
I cannot believe I am typing this but I need a favor and I’m calling on my loyal JuliaNATION to help me out. I’m laid up with a busted ass foot. If anyone is out for RSD and come across the Macho Man Randy Savage RSD release, I will buy it from you and pay shipping plus whatever reasonable sweetener you want. It’s a  gift for a person who did something nice for me and **this** is the thing they care about.

PM me for confirmation I’m serious if you think I’m joking.
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Post by: nkotb on April 20, 2023, 10:50:34 pm
Oh man, I never pay attention to RSD, so I had no clue this was available lol.  I had a similar situation where i bought the CD for a friend as a gift. It was signed by Macho Man (THE GOAT) and dedicated to Lex Lugar who, if you didn't know, was living with former Savage spouse Miss Elizabeth when she died of acute toxicity!

I cannot believe I am typing this but I need a favor and I’m calling on my loyal JuliaNATION to help me out. I’m laid up with a busted ass foot. If anyone is out for RSD and come across the Macho Man Randy Savage RSD release, I will buy it from you and pay shipping plus whatever reasonable sweetener you want. It’s a  gift for a person who did something nice for me and **this** is the thing they care about.

PM me for confirmation I’m serious if you think I’m joking.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on April 21, 2023, 05:27:39 am
guys, this is a safe space. it's ok to be into muscley men in underpants who like to "wrassle".  no need to hide behind "asking for a friend"...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on April 21, 2023, 06:59:27 am
What is an ass foot?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on April 21, 2023, 08:30:13 am
What is an ass foot?
Dude, I assure you I’ve spent three years with feet doctors trying to get a better diagnosis than “bum ass foot” but that’s all I’ve got for you.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on April 23, 2023, 01:01:51 am
Pretty boring RSD list in my opinion

David J is a bit tempting if price comes down to $25

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Post by: Bagley on April 24, 2023, 09:54:33 am
Pretty boring RSD list in my opinion

David J is a bit tempting if price comes down to $25

Got a good deal on the Introducing The Eleventh House with Lary Coryell record to replace my original copy.  They were a great band to catch live.  Randy Brecker on horns, Alphonse Mouzon on drums and a blind Mike Mandel on keys!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on April 26, 2023, 11:42:00 am
whoa, quite a load of extras.  This stage of L&R they were really trying to ride the EDM wave (that they kinda pioneered) but really didn't hit the mark
I would like to hear all this extra stuff

We are excited to announce the expanded vinyl reissue of SWEET F.A and the cd/digital release of MY DARK TWIN, both set for release on June 9th.
My Dark Twin is a 22 track double cd/digital compilation tracing the journey to Sweet F.A. The release contains eight previously unreleased versions and six unreleased songs from the Sweet F.A. sessions. It also contains a booklet with new comments from the band about the recordings and notes from historian Andrew Brooksbank
PREORDER: https://loveandrockets.ffm.to/music
Full details are on our website: https://archive.beggars.com/
AND....Daniel has created an exclusive digital mix of the title track titled “My Dark Twin (Doppelgänger mix)” which you can hear now!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qh746oCeHgU
-----------------------------------
SWEET FA is a double black LP with a gatefold sleeve and is expanded with four extra tracks:
D1. My Dark Twin * previously unheard song outside of box set
D2. Butterfly * previously unheard song outside of box set
D3. Venus Child * previously unheard song outside of box set
D4. Pick Yourself Up * previously unheard song outside of box set
-----------------------------------
The band began recording the follow-up to Hot Trip To Heaven at San Francisco’s Coast Recorders with Andy Taub at the helm. These initial sessions proved fruitful and produced many quality recordings. Despite these very promising tracks, it was determined by all that the essential spark wasn’t quite there. Rick Rubin suggested a new studio and a new producer. John Fryer came on board and took Andy Taub’s recordings to Chipping Norton studios and deconstructed them, adding an “English” edge to the Coast recordings. The band also recorded some additional, but ultimately unused tracks at Chipping Norton including a spontaneous improvised cover of the beloved Mink DeVille’s classic ’77 hit “Spanish Stroll”. The band brought these tracks back to California when they were offered full use of Rick Rubin’s haunted 1919 Laurel Canyon mansion as a base in which to stay and rehearse with the intention of ideally coming up with more material that American Recordings felt was needed in order to complete the record.
A couple of inspired new tracks were recorded on Kevin’s portable DAT machine, and acting on instinct, he thankfully he took them home with him on the night that a massive fire broke out. They lost all of their gear and nearly lost their lives as well. After the fire, the band checked into Jive in Silver Lake with producer Paul Wallfisch – Jive was basically Paul’s black widow infested garage!
• “Shelf Life” is David J’s direct retort to the delivery of news that MCA would not be picking up the option on his solo contract. Bruce Kaphan (American Music Club) lends a hand on this track with his extraordinary pedal steel.
• “Ritual Radio” was an improvised rehearsal room jam – a spooky 18 minute piece.
• “U. O. ME.” is a spontaneous, improvised jam between Love and Rockets and Genesis P. Orridge (also very spooky!) Though it is raw, rough and unrehearsed, and not a studio-quality recording, the compilers thought it was important to include. (The original infamous Gristleizer’s last stand!)
• “California (Have A Nice Apocalypse!)” has a few guest musicians that apparently just happened to be hanging out in the studio, including Chuck Prophet on guitar, Bruce Kaphan (American Music Club) on pedal steel and Steve Carter on piano. It was recorded in a single take at the end of a very long and productive day.
• “Sweet F.A.” was inspired by one of Daniel’s many motorcycle journeys and on one occasion brought a guitar with him, and he said “I was in a lonely place at the time and that melancholic lyric was written in a motel room”
• “Spanish Stroll” is a spontaneous, loose cover version of the 1977 Mink DeVille classic, taped on an old boombox. Kevin employing a knife and fork and empty wine bottles as percussion with David on wheezing harmonium plus backing vocals. Daniel plays guitar and sings lead vocals.
MY DARK TWIN CD track listing:
DISC ONE
1. The Fever (First Version) *
2. That’s Progress +
3. Sweet Lover Hangover (Edit)
4. Bomber’s Moon +
5. Words of a Fool (First Version) *
6. Libido Talking +
7. Pearl (First Version) *
8. Shelf Life (First Version) *
9. Sad And Beautiful World (First Version) *
10. Returning +
11. Ritual Radio
12. U. O. ME. + 
DISC TWO
1 The Glittering Darkness
2 California (Have A Nice Apocalypse!) +
3 Butterfly
4 Venus Child
5 Here Come The Comedown (Rough Mix) *
6 Pick Yourself Up
7 Sweet F. A. (Rough Mix) *
8 Sweet Lover Hangover (Remix)
9 My Dark Twin
10 Spanish Stroll % *
*previously unreleased version
+ previously unreleased song
% previously unreleased cover
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on April 26, 2023, 11:49:23 am
I don’t know that I would agree with that about Sweet FA. I don’t think it’s at all EDM or what have you…more like after Hot Trip to Heaven’s failure they tried to go back to what they had done before.

It’s a pretty dark album. Underrated. I plan to get the vinyl and cd.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on April 26, 2023, 01:23:50 pm
Speaking of David J the price on the RSD expanded 2LP reissue of Urban Urbane finally got to what I wanted and I bought it for $18. The track Space Cowboy (with Sonic Boom!) is fantastic and should have been on Hot trip to heaven…sort of wasted on this solo record.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on May 05, 2023, 05:57:13 pm
Might be time to call it

'Sally Cinnamon' is acknowledged as the first release in the style which would come to be recognized as the Stone Roses' trademark sound.

The EP is now released for the first time as a 12" single mix, all  B Sides + live tracks.

Pre-order on red vinyl.

40 quid for stuff that was been reissued to the nth degree
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Post by: sweetcell on May 11, 2023, 01:53:57 pm
New Queens album “In Times New Roman”

Out June 16th

on the now prerequisite, at least in the UK, multiple colored vinyl variations of which there are five.. with one store over there selling all four colored ones as a bundle

just check also available in the US in the same five colors... $38.23 for one of  color double LPs and 33.89 for black double LPs. 

Matador is also selling the vinyl bundle for $200.48 

definitely one for the vinyl stupidity twitter feed.

speaking of vinyl stupidity:

Half of the fans buying vinyl in the US don't even own a record player (https://www.musicradar.com/news/half-vinyl-buyers-record-player)

this article should make smakie doubt humankind more than he already does... or at least give him heart palpitations:

The burning question, then, is this: why are increasing numbers of fans buying vinyl records if they're not actually planning to listen to them at home? One explanation might be that vinyl provides fans with a physical token of their allegiance to a particular band or artist, scratching an itch that the ephemeral and transitory experience of digital streaming cannot reach by itself.

There's no doubt that streaming offers consumers a more convenient method of listening to music, but it's clearly failing to provide some with an entirely satisfactory experience. Perhaps these listeners are using vinyl as a way to bring a new dimension to the experience of music streaming, making the music they love feel more tangible in a busy musical landscape dominated by ever-changing playlists and avalanches of new releases arriving each day.
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Post by: Justin Tonation on July 08, 2023, 11:29:51 am
(https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61rUCiN7rzL._AC_SL1500_.jpg)

For the list price of an album in the early 80s, you can get ONE hard plastic (PVC) clear record sleeve. (https://ASIN.cc/LV8MHqB)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 08, 2023, 05:38:11 pm
Albeit somewhat expensive, it's not a bad idea for some choice ones you want out and let people look at

or display them on the wall
so much better than those frame ones that were all the rage. There was always a 1/2 inch of the art around the whole thing. Words/images would get cut off
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 09, 2023, 06:13:38 am
Crooked beat reopens in del ray (alexandria)
https://www.alxnow.com/2023/07/07/crooked-beat-records-opens-underground-shop-in-del-ray/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on July 09, 2023, 08:10:43 am
Former boardie Craig Dye is interviewed in the story!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on July 09, 2023, 11:55:47 am
Former boardie Craig Dye is interviewed in the story!
I regret to inform you that he has died.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on July 09, 2023, 04:06:02 pm
You are the grim reaper!

I saw him at a record store a couple of weeks ago. He is doing fine.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Julian, Forum COGNOSCENTI on July 09, 2023, 04:16:13 pm
You are the grim reaper!

I saw him at a record store a couple of weeks ago. He is doing fine.
The rehab just didn’t take. :(
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 13, 2023, 06:58:03 am
Keeps growing and growing

vinyl album sales
up 21.7% (23.6 million vs. 19.4 million at midyear 2022)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on July 13, 2023, 09:00:10 am
Keeps growing and growing

vinyl album sales
up 21.7% (23.6 million vs. 19.4 million at midyear 2022)

so is this an increase in units sold or that the cost of vinyl has gone up 21.7% ;)

btw it's hilarious that the cost of vinyl keeps climbing but the cost of a lowly CD is stagnant

i.e the list on the double LP version of  Joni Mitchell At Newport is $36.98 verses CD $14.99
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 13, 2023, 12:48:51 pm
btw it's hilarious that the cost of vinyl keeps climbing but the cost of a lowly CD is stagnant
it's a very labor-intensive process and people like Adele, metalica and taylor are consuming all the bandwidth
CD's I think is highly robotic (I think except for putting in the paper sleeve)

Wasn't I hearing that we are at peak lacquer or something like there is only one supplier left
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on July 13, 2023, 02:13:18 pm
CDs have increased a little bit. I'm finding that most new releases from big labels cost a dollar or two more than in recent years.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on July 14, 2023, 02:21:36 pm
CDs have increased a little bit. I'm finding that most new releases from big labels cost a dollar or two more than in recent years.

sound suspiciously like normal inflation.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 14, 2023, 02:31:20 pm
CDs have increased a little bit. I'm finding that most new releases from big labels cost a dollar or two more than in recent years.

sound suspiciously like normal inflation.
you mean binenflation
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on July 14, 2023, 02:39:00 pm
same same!
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on July 14, 2023, 02:49:39 pm
CDs have increased a little bit. I'm finding that most new releases from big labels cost a dollar or two more than in recent years.

sound suspiciously like normal inflation.

Pretty much but they stayed 10-12ish for a very long time.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on July 17, 2023, 11:48:05 am
Turmoil at Discogs (https://twitter.com/MikeSimonetti/status/1680798692066902016?s=20) (Twitter thread)

Edit: OP deleted it.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on July 18, 2023, 08:35:24 am
Turmoil at Discogs (https://twitter.com/MikeSimonetti/status/1680798692066902016?s=20) (Twitter thread)

Edit: OP deleted it.
Funny just went to look for it and saw that…
Who/what is OP?

but found this threadreader
https://threadreaderapp.com/thread/1680798692066902016.html

Interesting stuff
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: grateful on July 18, 2023, 09:04:02 am
Ocean Pacific. It was a brand of surfer clothee for non-surfers and vinyl lovers, back when vinyl was relevant.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on July 18, 2023, 11:22:20 am
OP = original post/er
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 09, 2023, 03:43:31 pm
this site has to be a scam
https://asmashinggang.com/
came up as a sponsored FB ad?


prices are like 1984

edit...seems just too good to be true and backed up by this
https://www.islegitsite.com/check/asmashinggang.com/


I mean, this is just insane that it has to be a same in this era of disogs

David Bowie Space Oddity + Poster + Obi Japanese Vinyl LP $5.99
   
My Bloody Valentine Loveless - 180 Gram UK Vinyl LP $9.99
   
Nick Cave Murder Ballads UK Vinyl LP $9.99
   
Jimi Hendrix Electric Ladyland - 11⁄2 - VG UK 2-LP vinyl set $8.99
 
The Beatles Abbey Road - Shrink Dutch Picture disc LP $8.99

The Stone Roses The Complete Stone Roses UK 2-LP vinyl set $8.99

Led Zeppelin Remasters - Promo Stickered UK 3-LP vinyl set $8.99

New York Dolls New York Dolls - PRC Pressing US Vinyl LP $8.99

The Clash Combat Rock - Stickered + Rectangular Poster - EX UK Vinyl LP $8.99
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 09, 2023, 05:23:33 pm
This looks like a good deal in DC though

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/6708442085861055/
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 20, 2023, 06:08:30 pm
the swiss get how to do urban planning and roundabouts
(https://www.newlyswissed.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/KUFA-Kreisel-Turntable-Roundabout-Lyss-01.jpg)

had to update my image link as FB image links expire ;(
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on August 20, 2023, 08:49:44 pm
If you're going the right speed, the dots appear motionless.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on August 31, 2023, 10:52:05 am
vinyl flooring
(https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/371830955_10159576263902108_5137915964402859792_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=4c1e7d&_nc_ohc=W4vltEa6Z-YAX9mdf7T&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AfDGKN6eJd2R1qreDdMh0YgDmABd4sQ41P1sPzMsxCAk9A&oe=64F5F477)
hutch is throwing up his Wheaties right now
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on September 05, 2023, 09:18:14 am
20+ years of vinylmania and we're still getting reports like this.... (https://wtop.com/dc/2023/09/dc-record-shop-embraces-old-school-sound-of-vinyl/)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: sweetcell on September 13, 2023, 01:52:32 pm
(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FsuPpWrXoAcrqZb?format=jpg&name=medium)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on September 28, 2023, 12:19:00 am
I suspect this has happened a few times at Hutch's house.

(https://i.imgur.com/eTZCiaB.jpeg)
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on October 26, 2023, 10:42:16 am
currently under serious consideration is the renaming this thread to Vinyl isn't dead, it's just seriously overpriced

the price of some long lost track on colored 7" vinyl is $19, standard black $17, black 12" $23  :o
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on October 26, 2023, 10:57:59 am
Addendum

The Red and Blue albums have  both been expanded to 3 discs... $150 for all six discs on black and $175 for all six on fancy colored vinyl
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on October 26, 2023, 01:52:06 pm
It's also amazing how accurate John Wesley Harding was about these later day lost Beatles tracks in  "When The Beatles Hit America"

https://youtu.be/afCZQyhrn6U?feature=shared

Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on October 26, 2023, 02:20:25 pm
Addendum

The Red and Blue albums have  both been expanded to 3 discs... $150 for all six discs on black and $175 for all six on fancy colored vinyl

Will they be 45rpm? The Red album is barely over an hour as it is, so 10 minutes per side.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on October 26, 2023, 02:23:44 pm
There’s a used Beatles box from 1980 with the eight studio albums….at CD Cellar…well was there this morning
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on October 26, 2023, 02:35:11 pm
Addendum

The Red and Blue albums have  both been expanded to 3 discs... $150 for all six discs on black and $175 for all six on fancy colored vinyl

Will they be 45rpm? The Red album is barely over an hour as it is, so 10 minutes per side.

12 additional tracks on red, 9 additional tracks on blue

and apparently George nixed the "last" song in the 90s...
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: BrettnotBritt on October 27, 2023, 07:39:47 am
The 2014 versions that are AAA are still out there in the wild. I doubt they’ll re-release the mono box set but man am I kicking myself for not getting into vinyl sooner so I could’ve bought that.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 08, 2023, 03:56:58 pm
can anyone tell me why Double Nickels on the Dime by Minutemen is $65 new??
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: kosmo vinyl on November 08, 2023, 04:14:34 pm
can anyone tell me why Double Nickels on the Dime by Minutemen is $65 new??

retirement accounts need funding duh....
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: nkotb on November 08, 2023, 04:16:17 pm
That's a steal at a $1.44 per song.

can anyone tell me why Double Nickels on the Dime by Minutemen is $65 new??
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Justin Tonation on November 08, 2023, 04:17:55 pm
can anyone tell me why Double Nickels on the Dime by Minutemen is $65 new??

retirement accounts need funding duh....

And DNOTD is probably at least 10% of all SST sales at this point.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on November 08, 2023, 04:20:16 pm
It’s been out of print on and off forever…I don’t think there is conflict between Watt and Ginn

I donated my original in perfect condition to hall of records….haven’t been able to replace it

Key with this album is there are three different versions with different track listings…I think it can oscillate between 43 and 55
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bombay Chutney on November 09, 2023, 10:03:40 am
can anyone tell me why Double Nickels on the Dime by Minutemen is $65 new??

SST re-releases this every few months.  I got a copy for $33 from their website early this year.  It has come and gone a few times since then.  Just be patient and keep checking.
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Cock Van Der Palm on November 09, 2023, 03:43:40 pm
Cause that's the price?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Bagley on November 09, 2023, 06:23:47 pm
Has anyone mentioned this RSD offering from De La Soul?

Looks nice!

https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialRelease/16468

wonder how much $?
Title: Re: Vinyl isn't dead yet...
Post by: Hutch on November 09, 2023, 07:12:28 pm
I will guess $79.99.
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Post by: Justin Tonation on November 09, 2023, 09:10:15 pm
I will guess $79.99.

(https://i.cbc.ca/1.5459898.1581447753!/fileImage/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/original_780/mikey-wasnidge-guesses-correct-price.jpg)

$80.00
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Post by: Hutch on November 17, 2023, 10:34:14 pm
Crooked Beat is going to be selling it for $91.99….I am pretty sure it will be less at other stores
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Post by: kosmo vinyl on November 18, 2023, 09:27:30 am
That’s the one with the missing or recreated samples right?

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Post by: Hutch on November 18, 2023, 10:07:58 am
Pretty sure it’s the recent LP reissue just in 7 inch box form!! So, yes…
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 18, 2023, 10:27:09 am
Pretty sure it’s the recent LP reissue just in 7 inch box form!! So, yes…
so if you didn't like the inconvenience of taking your delicate vinyl out of the jacket and only listening to 25 mins of music per side before flipping

now you get to listen to 10 mins and have to either flip or get a new slab out 24 times

cool in concept, horrible for actually sitting and enjoying the album
oh yeah, we're going to charge $91.99 for this inconvenience

but we'll throw in a slip mat that cost is $3 to make
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Post by: Hutch on November 18, 2023, 10:38:09 am
Some people really enjoy singles.

Although I have quite a few I do not enjoy them…but for people that like them these boxes are cool

There’s every kind of people out there
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Post by: grateful on November 24, 2023, 11:19:54 am
Nice storage unit! I bet his collection is better than yours.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz83kgePrRU/?igshid=ODhhZWM5NmIwOQ==
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Post by: Justin Tonation on November 24, 2023, 12:08:11 pm
Nice storage unit! I bet his collection is better than yours.

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz83kgePrRU/?igshid=ODhhZWM5NmIwOQ==

Definitely a storage system too rich for my blood. But "underrated gems"? Many of those are very well known among 80s music junkies. Perhaps lesser known among the youngsters—and recommending them to Gen Z is good mentoring—but definitely not underrated.
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Post by: Hutch on November 24, 2023, 12:18:54 pm
They all look like reissues….
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Post by: sweetcell on November 28, 2023, 12:33:12 am
Looking at the U.S., a billion compact discs were sold in 2001. Last year, the number was 33 million.
(...)
Meanwhile, vinyl sales are up almost 24 per cent over 2022, despite prices being ludicrously high. More than a million new LPs have sold so far this year. Factor in the bustling market for used vinyl — something that Luminate does not track — and it’s conceivable that vinyl will outsell CDs in 2023. Because of its high price point, vinyl has already generated more revenue than its shiny 5-inch cousin.


from: We need to talk about the future of the compact disc. How much longer will it exist? (https://globalnews.ca/news/10110636/future-of-the-compact-disc/)
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Post by: Hutch on November 28, 2023, 09:24:23 am
LPs will be a limited niche market if individual records cost $45 and box sets are $200-$300. At those prices you are looking at a market for the wealthy, collectors, hardcore fans and audiophiles. Used prices are all over the place but generally three times higher than pre pandemic. The high prices are the exact opposite of one of the reasons I got into vinyl…partly cause you could buy an armload of used vinyl for $20.

CDs have their place: box sets, multi disc compilations and live recordings.

90%+ of people will be streaming or YouTube.

At some point the “vinyl is cool” perception will end… CDs will not be manufactured much longer other than specialized releases.
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Post by: kosmo vinyl on November 28, 2023, 10:13:42 am
Still plenty of albums being released on CD, just take a gander at Bandcamp, etc... 
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on November 28, 2023, 10:31:23 am
I think it's been over 10 years since I've played a CD
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Post by: Justin Tonation on November 28, 2023, 10:50:13 am
Just got the first ten Alice Cooper albums on CD for $35, new. No liners though.
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Post by: grateful on November 28, 2023, 10:51:19 am
Just got the first ten Alice Cooper albums on CD for $35, new. No liners though.

Were you out of coasters?
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Post by: Justin Tonation on November 28, 2023, 03:00:25 pm
Just got the first ten Alice Cooper albums on CD for $35, new. No liners though.

Were you out of coasters?

I was out of theatrical rock n roll 🤘
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Post by: Justin Tonation on December 06, 2023, 11:17:33 pm
William P. Murphy Jr., medical innovator of vinyl blood bags, dies at 100 (https://www.washingtonpost.com/obituaries/2023/12/06/william-murphy-blood-bags-dies/)
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Post by: methylene blue-hatch ıll|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|̲̅̅=̲̅̅|̲̅̅●̲̅̅|llıl on December 07, 2023, 11:26:23 am
jez, $125!
https://mofi.com/products/van-halen-van-halen-ultradisc-one-step

I was interested until I saw the price.  I'm fine with my 40-year-old copy that has a few krakels
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Post by: kosmo vinyl on December 14, 2023, 02:33:14 pm
it's drunk

Alvvays Announce ‘Blue Rev’ Anniversary Vinyl — Literally Filled With Blue Rev filled with the sugary alcoholic beverage the LP is named after.

The Canadian band worked with the custom vinyl manufacturer Romanus Records to produce just 50 copies of the reissue, piping vodka-based cola into the vinyl to create a trippy, translucent mixture that moves throughout.

priced a $200 a shot, hopefully it lands in the hands of true fans but likely a flippers paradise...


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Post by: kosmo vinyl on January 11, 2024, 04:05:33 pm
One can only assume hutch is currently going through the 421 lots of records that the BBC is currently auctioning off from their archives... of course a true record collector would never buy anything with a sticker applied to.

https://bid.omegaauctions.co.uk/auction/details/a219c-the-bbc-collection---sale-one/?au=149&g=1

some real rarities for sale

https://thevinylfactory.com/features/in-pictures-bbc-vinyl-archive-auction/

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Post by: Bagley on February 15, 2024, 03:15:54 pm
https://recordstoreday.com/SpecialReleases

4/20 record store day wax unveiled

something for everyone here

Hey Hutch!
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Post by: kosmo vinyl on February 15, 2024, 04:02:52 pm
The Call re-issues available via this Kickstarter...

Reconciled and Into The Woods on vinyl/CDs/digital downloads

And a Lost Tapes release with tracks finished up by the band from previously nearly complete studio tracks featuring Michael Been's voice.

two live shows can be added as well

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thecallband/the-call-new-album-unreleased-tracks-remastered-lps?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=the%20call%20album

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Post by: Yada on March 24, 2024, 08:56:44 pm
A natural hutch purchase?

https://shop.matadorrecords.com/release/444913-pavement-cautionary-tales-jukebox-classiques?lang=en_US
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Post by: Hutch on March 24, 2024, 09:13:01 pm
Well I already have the terror twilight box and 7 inch boxes are kind of pointless…..I just like albums….i am pretty close to done buying pavement as I have everything I need…
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Post by: Hutch on March 25, 2024, 11:32:05 am
They should issue the slanted, crooked and wowee reddux editions on vinyl…I would buy those….

They really kind of fell out of favor with me with brighten the corners and then terror twilight just sucked.

One of the things I am missing in my collection is something autographed by Malkmus and preferably the rest…