Is any record company making LPs anymore? You can buy new turntables,
but it appears that all LPs are legacy copies.
rg
CRB wrote:
Comparative thoughts:
You may, if you wish, go out and buy a turntable. But expect to have to get a really
good one. Can't find a cheap BSR new? How about a BIC 960? Denon doesn't make any
more, afaik. But I think you can still get a Thorens or a Linn. Be willing to shell
out.
Turntables and records aren't gone. But they've dwindled drastically. It's
impractical (because of cost, unless one is fairly well-to-do), doesn't sound as good
(to many, though I differ and do like analog better), and takes up more space. Plus
it requres more handling time and collects dust. Hassles to be avoided by many.
Look at the film camera lineup in that regard. Try to find a consumer camera of solid
construction. There aren't any. My old KX will likely outlast most of the ZX/MZ
bodies out there. So should my Super Program.
In 5 years you'll have to spend $1000+ to get a film body. And it will be a good one,
but it will cost you. Or you'll get a plastic body from Cosina for $200. Getting
film will be about as much fun as trying to by a new LP.
Sincerely,
C. Brendemuehl
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