Can anyone explain the vinyl renaissance?

[EJ3]

I think he was referring to the writing itself.

There is mounting evidence that humanity passed peak cognitive performance 15-20 years ago. Reading the well-written copy on 60+ year old record jackets and sleeves certainly supports the notion.

Accurate & concise, without being strident, bloviated & condescending.

Word use & definition then also not being so "squishy" like they seem to be more often than not these days.

Easy to understand what is meant without a need to "read between the lines".

 

[MatrixS2000]

Speaking of decline in writing and cognitive performance, has anyone else noticed a growing lack of interest in subject verb agreement in today's journalism (English language & USA usage)?

Yes but I have also noticed what passes for “journalism” has changed too - probably what you meant by "today’s journalism".

(Hope this is not venturing too far into the political).

 

[Power Pop 23]

Pro-Ject now offers a $999 'appliance' called the 'Flatten-It' to eliminate the warp in select vinyl.

Flatten it – Pro-Ject Audio Systems

Restore your vinyl collection to its original glory with the Flatten it vinyl record flattening machine. Designed for audiophiles and collectors alike, this dev

www.project-audio.com

Per a recommendation from an article in Stereo Review, I asked a glass shop to cut two pieces of glass 13 inches in diameter. I used them and a warm oven to flatten vinyl.

 

[levimax]

Pro-Ject now offers a $999 'appliance' called the 'Flatten-It' to eliminate the warp in select vinyl.

Flatten it – Pro-Ject Audio Systems

Restore your vinyl collection to its original glory with the Flatten it vinyl record flattening machine. Designed for audiophiles and collectors alike, this dev

www.project-audio.com

Per a recommendation from an article in Stereo Review, I asked a glass shop to cut two pieces of glass 13 inches in diameter. I used them and a warm oven to flatten vinyl.

I like that idea.... do you "clamp" the glass together? What temp? How long?

 

[Power Pop 23]

I like that idea.... do you "clamp" the glass together? What temp? How long?

no clamping - the weight of 1/4 inch thick glass was enough force in a warm oven - I think the temperature was about 150 degrees F - I don't recall for how long - I think maybe 2 to 4 hours ??

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[Count Arthur]

I like that idea.... do you "clamp" the glass together? What temp? How long?

I guess it makes sense if you have more warped records than you could buy new, un-warped copies of, for less that $999.00.

 

[levimax]

I guess it makes sense if you have more warped records than you could buy new, un-warped copies of, for less that $999.00.

I was asking about the "Two pieces of glass" technique not the $995 thing

 

[EJ3]

no clamping - the weight of 1/4 inch thick glass was enough force in a warm oven - I think the temperature was about 150 degrees F - I don't recall for how long - I think maybe 2 to 4 hours ??

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Doesn't matter the shape (as long as the glass pieces are flat and fully cover the record) that is warped. I just leave them in the 90 degree heat outside, for a while, flip them over for half that while & they magically un-warp. Been doing that since I was a kid in the 60's (Thanks for the idea, Mom).

 

[Mart68]

I was asking about the "Two pieces of glass" technique not the $995 thing

I did try it on a very badly warped copy of 'Slowhand.' I weighted the glass down with a 10 kilo weight.

It worked! Record came out totally flat. Except some months later when I came to play it again, the warp had returned.

This is why the good lord gave us compact disc.

 

[Snarfie]

I did try it on a very badly warped copy of 'Slowhand.' I weighted the glass down with a 10 kilo weight.

It worked! Record came out totally flat. Except some months later when I came to play it again, the warp had returned.

This is why the good lord gave us compact disc.

We do need a new topic Warped records this go's way off topic

 

[MatrixS2000]

This is why the good lord gave us compact disc.

Or even better, a digital file...

 

[EJ3]

Or even better, a digital file...

Last time I checked: Compact Disc IS A DIGITAL FILE.
& I would one day like to transfer my 100's of LP's (from as far back as 1927 {and CD's}) to some drives, that is a one day, maybe, thing.
As to streaming, I do not & will not likely live where it is or even can be a thing.

 

[EJ3]

We do need a new topic Warped records this go's way off topic

We need a new Topic "Warped Records" this go's way of topic.

So, "Warped Records" are not a part of the "vinyl renaissance"?
WOW! That means that I'll never have to worry about that, I take it, as they are all perfect and that cannot happen.
Boy, what a relief! I've been worried about warped records for no reason all this time!

 

[MatrixS2000]

Last time I checked: Compact Disc IS A DIGITAL FILE.

You are obviously correct, I should have chosen my words more precisely. What I meant were digital files not stored on an old physical optical format making them more portable, etc.

 

[krabapple]

We need a new Topic "Warped Records" this go's way of topic.

Nothing about the Vinyl Renaissance can be 'warped'. It would be a calumny.

 

[J.M. Noble]

Warp Records, you say?

I love Aphex Twin, Nightmares On Wax, Brian Eno, etc.--I have all three artists' work on vinyl, in fact.

 

[MattHooper]

Nothing new in here, but this article by a young person as to what she has discovered in getting into vinyl ties together a lot of the explanation for the vinyl Renaissance:

The Pull Of The Needle: Why I'm Obsessed With Vinyl Records

In today’s world of instant streaming and digital playlists, you might wonder why anyone would still choose to listen to music on vinyl. But for me, the answer is simple: vinyl offers an experience that goes far beyond just hearing the music.

www.hercampus.com

Of course, the description also includes some dubious beliefs about how analog/vinyl sound works versus digital. But of course, even misunderstandings like that are part of the vinyl revival.

But overall, it’s a nice tally of how vinyl records impact the experience of morning and listening to music for many young people.

 

[EJ3]

Nothing about the Vinyl Renaissance can be 'warped'. It would be a calumny.

I have my own preferences for vinyl (and CD's [mostly having to do with my ownership {and that I can take it where there is not much in the way of technology & get it to work}). Unfortunately there seem to be a vociferous # of folks within the "Vinyl Renaissance" that are convinced that their is some "mythical" perfection about it.
Yes, I "feel" relaxed going through the motions of what it takes to make it happen.
I also "feel" relaxed when I am getting a beer from the refrigerator & pouring it into a glass.
Neither one is mystical or magical.
But, to me: they are both "relaxing". I do not understand people who don't like music (even when it is not perfect).
Just as I do not understand people who feel that a beer is no good because it is not the Finest Single Malt Scotch.
And I really don't understand people who don't like music, beer or Scotch.

 

[EJ3]

You are obviously correct, I should have chosen my words more precisely. What I meant were digital files not stored on an old physical optical format making them more portable, etc.

Having a beer is old. Does that mean that I should only drink Scotch? Oh, damn, I think that is old, too. Maybe only drink the NEW:

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[Snarfie]

I have my own preferences for vinyl (and CD's [mostly having to do with my ownership {and that I can take it where there is not much in the way of technology & get it to work}). Unfortunately there seem to be a vociferous # of folks within the "Vinyl Renaissance" that are convinced that their is some "mythical" perfection about it.
Yes, I "feel" relaxed going through the motions of what it takes to make it happen.
I also "feel" relaxed when I am getting a beer from the refrigerator & pouring it into a glass.
Neither one is mystical or magical.
But, to me: they are both "relaxing". I do not understand people who don't like music (even when it is not perfect).
Just as I do not understand people who feel that a beer is no good because it is not the Finest Single Malt Scotch.
And I really don't understand people who don't like music, beer or Scotch.

Cheers