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USB interface for vinyl conversion with a mac?

What device do I get to connect from preamp out to Mac via USB for better sound quality in converting cassettes and vinyl to digital media using my existing stereo and existing Mac mini? I don't want or need to buy a new sound system or computer. [more inside]
posted by brokeaspoke on Apr 25, 2013 - 9 answers

 

Old record player skips with new records

I have a Califone 1450K record player. It plays older records beautifully, but it skips around on a few newer ones. Why? [more inside]
posted by roll truck roll on Mar 22, 2013 - 10 answers

Turntable just making a crackling sound!

I bought a turntable and the sound is a disaster. I think I should just buy a new stylus but is there anything else obvious I might try first? [more inside]
posted by cincinnatus c on Feb 24, 2013 - 17 answers

will it sound warm or cold?

I think it's possible to put digital music onto vinyl albums at home with some device I saw advertised somewhere. But will doing this produce an anologue sound or a digital sound? Will it sound as rich as if the album had originally been on vinyl or will it sound emptier the way digital music does? I guess I'm basically asking if it's worth doing. I don't know technical stuff about stuff, so I hope my question makes sense!
posted by windykites on Feb 16, 2013 - 15 answers

Is home-etching of vinyl records possible in any manner?

I have a very clear memory of part of an interview in the film Hype! wherein a member of.. some band.. I can't remember. And frankly, my mind might be fabricating this whole memory for want of such a thing to exist.. but he was talking about pressing vinyl LP's at home, recording them OVER other records that were bought from a store. Then taking the sleeves and pasting new art over the old.. I remember a clip where he seems to operating some sort of home version of a vinyl lathe. The record looking smooth and blank up until the point of the needle, where you see grooves being made as the record spins past.Then taking the sleeves and pasting new art over the old.. I remember a clip where he seems to operating some sort of home version of a vinyl lathe. The record looking smooth and blank up until the point of the needle, where you see grooves being made as the record spins past.. [more inside]
posted by mediocre on Feb 15, 2013 - 13 answers

Portable turntable with a decent tonearm?

Having spent years spent listening primarily to MP3s and Internet radio, we've been thinking about taking the big, clunky, 90s-era stereo components off of our living room shelves. However, one of those components is a turntable, and we'd like to have the option of occasionally playing our vinyl. We were thinking of a retro-styled portable turntable like this Crosley, but it looks like the non-weighted tonearm and styli aren't so hot. Are there any portable, suitcase-style turntables out there with decent tonearms that we can fit with a good cartridge? Our primary concern is that our records stay in good condition.
posted by eschatfische on Feb 15, 2013 - 6 answers

Name that record: dinosaurs edition

I'm trying to find the name of a dinosaur record that I listened to endlessly as a kid in 1980 or so. It was a 2-record set, I recall the covers (or the records?) being one red and one green. Songs and maybe some narrated info on various dinosaurs. I'm nearly certain it wasn't The Dinosaur Record. Anyone here happen to remember it? And if not, anyone with a tip on a shop that specializes in long-ago children's music that might be able to help me identify it?
posted by genug on Feb 7, 2013 - 5 answers

High quality home audio setup on the cheap?

I'm moving in March and have decided I would like to put together a nice, high-quality sound setup on the cheap based around a Class-T Amp. On a whim I picked up this one for $16 and am now looking for advice on the other equipment. [more inside]
posted by lattiboy on Jan 21, 2013 - 23 answers

I need to buy or rent a record lathe, please guide me in the right direction.

I need to rent or purchase a reasonably priced record lathe to cut short run vinyl LPs. Advice/contact info needed. [more inside]
posted by Ponderance on Nov 30, 2012 - 4 answers

le scratch

What are the best record (vinyl) stores in Montreal these days? [more inside]
posted by mannequito on Nov 16, 2012 - 3 answers

I listen to music through my TV and it has to end.

My computer is connected via HDMI to the flatscreen TV in my living room. There has to be a better way to listen to my music than through TV speakers. Help me out. [more inside]
posted by anthropomorphic on Nov 15, 2012 - 14 answers

I'd totally run for International Ms Velvet. Or International Ms Fuzzy Fabric Of Any Sort.

How did leather, latex, and vinyl get to be the most popular and celebrated materials in the kink/BDSM world - as opposed to say velvet, silk, organza, lace, muslin? [more inside]
posted by divabat on Sep 25, 2012 - 24 answers

Warm (Cracked) Leatherette

How do I keep a leatherette sofa from cracking (and deteriorating)? [more inside]
posted by yellowcandy on Aug 30, 2012 - 3 answers

The feasibility of painting on fabric or vinyl.

I've been commissioned to paint a mural on some sort of material that will be 20'x20' and will be displayed outdoors. What material would be most receptive to paint, flexible and long-lasting? [more inside]
posted by cloeburner on Aug 8, 2012 - 5 answers

Where to appraise my vinyl?

I have 100s of old vinyl records left by my wife's grandparents. Where can I get them appraised (hopefully for free or a nominal fee)? [more inside]
posted by schleppo on Aug 3, 2012 - 20 answers

Help me build my bunker of sounds from vintage vinyl.

Minimum computing horsepower for recording from vinyl? [more inside]
posted by Currer Belfry on Jul 20, 2012 - 11 answers

Give me your best 12 inches!

What essential vinyl LPs should I buy? [more inside]
posted by buckaroo_benzai on Jul 13, 2012 - 26 answers

Who knew Mott The Hoople even put out that many records?

Where do flea market vinyl dealers get their records? [more inside]
posted by Sara C. on Jun 2, 2012 - 11 answers

Who scratches words into vinyl records?

Who the heck is it who scratches words into the centers of vinyl LP's? [more inside]
posted by facetious on May 23, 2012 - 12 answers

Digitizing Them Big Plastic CDs

Best practices for burning vinyl to digital on an Ion Turntable? [more inside]
posted by Miko on Apr 23, 2012 - 2 answers

Information and background on a mystery Andy Williams Christmas CD

Information and background on a mystery Andy Williams Christmas CD [more inside]
posted by beammeup4 on Dec 13, 2011 - 3 answers

Should I start buying my music on vinyl?

Should I start buying my music on vinyl? Do I want a record player/turntable? If so, which one? [more inside]
posted by Lutoslawski on Dec 1, 2011 - 30 answers

Can anyone recommend me a budget hi-fi system that can play vinyl? I am in the UK and have about £300 max to spend.

Can anyone recommend me a budget hi-fi system that can play vinyl? I am in the UK and have about £300 max to spend. [more inside]
posted by Pilly on Nov 29, 2011 - 12 answers

Samples used in "An Empty Bliss Beyond This World"?

Looking for all the original samples used in The Caretaker - An Empty Bliss Beyond This World (♫ Listen) [more inside]
posted by querty on Nov 28, 2011 - 1 answer

I like loops and beats. But what does one call them?

I like electronic music. But what kind would this be considered? [more inside]
posted by actionpact on Nov 13, 2011 - 11 answers

Help me organize a radio station's archives.

Help me organize hundreds -- if not thousands -- of vinyl and CD albums dating back to the 1970's. [more inside]
posted by lobbyist on Oct 12, 2011 - 9 answers

Cough gasp wheeze

Suggestions for a translucent/transparent shower curtain that is not vinyl? [more inside]
posted by coffeefilter on Aug 31, 2011 - 9 answers

Genie in a box

Less expensive dust-cover for Pro-Ject RM 1.3 (aka "the Genie")? [more inside]
posted by activitystory on Aug 18, 2011 - 2 answers

Help me identify this hippy album from my youth from a vague recollection of the inside cover only.

Help me identify this hippy album from my youth from a vague recollection of the inside cover only. [more inside]
posted by Jofus on Aug 16, 2011 - 4 answers

Do club DJs still use vinyl?

Do club DJs still use vinyl? [more inside]
posted by rocco on Aug 5, 2011 - 16 answers

Good US alternative to Boomkat?

What's a good state-side alternative to Boomkat? [more inside]
posted by zennoshinjou on Jul 9, 2011 - 8 answers

Recycled vinyl in SF

At which shops in San Francisco can I find recycled billboard vinyl bags and accessories?
posted by j03 on Jun 16, 2011 - 6 answers

Edison sounded clearer than this.

While listening to some records this evening, I realized that the tracking force on the tonearm was never properly set, and when I checked it on the balance scale, it was crazy high. It's been like this for years. Is the cartridge damaged? [more inside]
posted by hwyengr on May 13, 2011 - 3 answers

Where can I buy this shirt?

Where can I find this T-shirt David Cross is wearing of a bunny eating a record? [more inside]
posted by tremspeed on May 5, 2011 - 6 answers

Help me locate the designer of awesome vinyl wall stickers I saw in brooklyn years ago

Help me locate the designer of awesome vinyl wall stickers I saw in brooklyn years ago [more inside]
posted by postergeist on May 5, 2011 - 5 answers

The best classic/progressive rock vinyl albums?

Recommendations for the best prog/classic rock vinyl albums? [more inside]
posted by pickinganameismuchharderthanihadanticipated on Apr 25, 2011 - 39 answers

I just inherited my father's record collection. Now what?

Buying a turntable, vinyl record cleaning kit, and vinyl sleeves. Need your recommendations, please. [more inside]
posted by pleasebekind on Apr 3, 2011 - 15 answers

Fix my phonograph

Restoring a Technics SL-D3 turntable. Can I use the stock/modern DJ turntable parts? [more inside]
posted by cazoo on Mar 29, 2011 - 3 answers

Realistic lobster magnet?

Looking for a specific hard-to-find lobster magnet. Realistic lobster image (not cartoon), dark ruddy/blueish color (not bright red), about 10-14" long, no background, no text, just a cut-out shape of a lobster. The whole thing was made of magnet, such that it would stick to a car. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 23, 2011 - 6 answers

I need the latest hot music, on vinyl!

I'm beginning to DJ using vinyls instead of digital files. Where can I acquire the latest singles (i.e. Katy Perry's "Firework", Far East Movement's "Like A G6", etc.) without buying entire albums on vinyl?
posted by Askiba on Jan 9, 2011 - 13 answers

Peter and the Wolf Album

Help me find a copy of "Peter and the Wolf" ... [more inside]
posted by GatorDavid on Jan 2, 2011 - 1 answer

Device that makes mp3s sound deeper, richer, etc.

I found and immediately lost a link the other day that talked about a device that made mp3s sound richer, deeper, perhaps like vinyl (or at least not as compressed as they truly are). It was a rather simple device and the article talked about one brand as low as $150. I don't expect anyone to find the exact page especially as I am not being too descriptive. It was on an audiophile site and was recommended...not one of those 'buy this cheapie/crap product that screws up your music' sort of thing. If anyone knows what I am talking about or has something else that they know that works for improving mp3 sound through stereo, I'm interested. Pardon me for the nebulous post. It is the best my brain can recall. Thanks for your techie/audiophile input.
posted by snap_dragon on Dec 30, 2010 - 22 answers

A man, a record, and no record player.

I want to buy a record player but I don't know the first thing about record players. [more inside]
posted by Avenger50 on Nov 2, 2010 - 11 answers

Digitizing vinyl in Toronto. Help! :)

Digitizing vinyl in Toronto... Anyone know? :) [more inside]
posted by Vamier on Oct 5, 2010 - 3 answers

(D)ecode (T)his (M)arketing (F)oolishness

I've recently acquired a promotional record that claims to contain a message in coded DTMF tones (mp3). I'm looking for the easiest, most user-friendly way to reliably decode high-speed bursts of DTMF tones. Bonus points for free solutions... [more inside]
posted by adamkempa on Sep 30, 2010 - 8 answers

Recommend good software for cataloging my library of vinyl music

Looking for the best solution for cataloging my vinyl collection - is collectorz.com's Music Collector my best bet, or is there something more customizable and/or tailored to vinyl collectors? [more inside]
posted by Banky_Edwards on Sep 24, 2010 - 5 answers

Vinyl masters

What are some quality but not-too-expensive places I can get tracks mastered and pressed on vinyl? [more inside]
posted by god particle on Sep 21, 2010 - 5 answers

Help me foil the feline furniture slashers

Cats shredded the vinyl upholstery on my fancy weight bench. What are my options to get it re-covered with something more durable? [more inside]
posted by de void on Sep 2, 2010 - 5 answers

Hot AND Warm. Hopefully.

Help me find some sexy socks. But not too sexy. [more inside]
posted by functionequalsform on Aug 25, 2010 - 21 answers

What happens when digital audio is pressed to vinyl?

More and more bands these days are releasing their albums on vinyl, which I think is really cool. However, isn't most recording these days digital? In that case, does the vinyl copy provide any auditory advantage? [more inside]
posted by mekily on Jul 22, 2010 - 22 answers

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