Vinyl record production has finally joined the modern age

When you think of manufacturing in the US, vinyl records probably isn't the first thing that springs to mind, but the industry has been chugging along as best it can. For decades, pressing plants have been using aging machines that require a complex...

This Turntable Converts Records into Digital Music Files

If you have a lot of vinyl records lying around that you wish you could listen to on your smartphone or speakers, now you can convert those oldies (but goodies) into digital music files. All you need is the ION Max LP Black conversion turntable.

To convert records to digital files, simply use the USB cable to connect the turntable to your computer. The included software will then walk you through the steps to get the process started. You can also use the 1/8″ auxiliary input to convert other sources, such as cassette tapes, into digital files as well. The software will automatically separate the tracks into individual files. The built-in stereo speakers also let you listen to those records on the spot.

That’s how easy it is to bring your analog tunes into the 21st century. Get the Conversion Turntable with Stereo Speakers for just $65.99 in the Technabob Shop, a 34% savings off of the original price.

HD vinyl is a promise, not a product

Günter Loibl thinks vinyl needs an update. Two years ago he filed a patent for a new way to make records, using lasers (rather than a traditional cutting lathe) to pack the grooves tighter and add 30 percent more usable space. Thanks to the lase...

FedEx left sensitive customer data exposed on unsecured server

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