October 5th, 2022
Unboxing the new ABKCO Rolling Stones 7" singles 1963-1966 Box Set+ U-Turn Theory View Nice box! And you'll see close up the just reviewed U-Turn Orbit Theory TurntableBy: Michael Fremer
We now can add embedded videos to stories so here's the latest YouTube video unboxing the Rolling Stones 7" 1963-1966 45rpm singles and EP box set plus a closer look at the new U-Turn Orbit Theory turntable reviewed elsewhere on this site. Read More
October 5th, 2022
Hagerman Audio Labs Updates Bugle MC Phono Preamp 4th gen MM/MC eliminated DIP switches, adds upgradesBy: Michael Fremer
The 4th generation Bugle MC Phono preamp from Hagerman Audio Labs eliminated DIP switches and moves gain and loading switches to the front panel. As the specs below indicate, the Bugle has plenty of gain for all but the very lowest MC cartridge. The previous iterations were encased in plastic. This new one is in an aluminum chassis, which probably makes for a better shielded enclosure. The price is a very reasonable $249.00Specifications40/52/58/64dB gain... Read More
October 5th, 2022
Pro-Ject Introduces Power Box RS2 Power Supply Upgrade For Select Turntables and Phono Preamps fits 18-20V Pro-Ject phono stages and 15V D.C. turntablesBy: Michael Fremer
Replaces "wall warts" with linear power supply that includes a large toroidal transformer. Blurb says: "A linear power supply consists of a massive toroidal transformer which disallows interference from the mains to negatively impact the performance of your audio gear. The built-in transformer has a much higher power reserve compared to the standard power adapter. It has very low output impedance and in combination with a large filtration capacity, it... Read More
October 5th, 2022
Pro-Ject Introduces New Debut PRO S Turntable features 10" "S" shaped aluminum arm, TPE-damped die-cast aluminum platterBy: Michael Fremer
Busy Pro-Ject just announced yet another new turntable. The $1,199 Debut PRO S features a new 10" "S" shaped arm that includes a CNC-machined nickel-plated bearing block, removable headshell and adjustable VTA/SRA and azimuth. Also included is a die-cut aluminum platter and aluminum sub-platter.Platter removed to show subplatterThe minimalist-looking turntable features built-in electronic speed control and 33 1/3/45 push of a button control as well as... Read More
October 5th, 2022
Luxman America Introduces the PD-151 MkII Turntable replaces 151A and includes new LTA-309 knife-edge bearing tonearmBy: Michael Fremer
Though it was shown at last Spring's Chicago AXPONA show and has been available overseas for awhile, Luxman America last month began distribution of its now PD-151 MKII turntable, which replaces the well-regarded 151A. The new model features a new, original LTA-309 tonearm featuring a knife-edge bearing originally developed by the classic Japanese brand SAEC. The new static-balanced arm features a machined aluminum arm base and VTA/SRA adjustability.The 3 speed... Read More
September 27th, 2022
Vince Guaraldi's "Jazz Impressions of Black Orpheus" Is Next Craft Recordings "Small Batch" One-Step AAA Release Also announced is deluxe 2 CD, 3 LP set newly remastered, with Plangent Processed "bonus material"By: Michael Fremer
Craft Recordings Celebrates 60th anniversary of Vince Guaraldi's Jazz Impressions of Black Orpheus featuring the GRAMMY Award-winning instrumental hit "Cast Your Fate to the Wind" with a Small Batch (limited to 3000 copies) all-analog edition of the original album cut by Bernie Grundman using the original master tapes, "One-Step" processed and pressed at RTI on 180 gram NeoTech VR900 compound. Set for release February 24th, 2023, the Small... Read More
September 24th, 2022
Victrola Introduces a Sonos-Ready Turntable Series not plastic, includes Ortofon 2M Red MM cartridgeBy: Michael Fremer
Victrola just announced a series of Sonos-ready turntables, topped by the Victrola Stream Carbon shown in the photo, now available for pre-order. Additional models will follow in 2023.According to the press release, "After a single, simple setup process via a Victrola Stream app, users can control their Victrola Stream turntable from the Sonos app or the illuminated control knob...listeners will be able to send (and control the volume of) the music from a record... Read More
September 22nd, 2022
Another "Paved Paradise" Traveling Record Label Expo October 12-23 Nashville, Atlanta, Asheville, Durham, Richmond, D.C. Pittsburgh, Detroit and CincinnatiBy: Michael Fremer
Dead Oceans, Ghostly International, Jagjaguwar, Numero Group and Secretly Canadian—key indie labels— welcome Colemine Records and Sacred Bones to the lineup. "Equal parts pop-up shop, block party and Roadside fruit stand, each event will celebrate music and community through thousands of LPs , cassettes, and CDs plus hi-res listening stations from Qobuz and more", says the press release about the almost two week traveling merch show/block party. How about... Read More
September 22nd, 2022
Numero Group Five Day London Takeover October 5-9 2022 1000s of LPs and "decades of lost sounds" at Shoreditch Pop-upBy: Michael Fremer
Attn U.K TrackingAngle readers:Deluxe reissue label Numero Group recently announced its return to London for a five-day takeover. From October 5th-9th, for the first time in three years, the Chicago-based record label and rights management organization will bring thousands of LPs, 45s, cassettes and CDs, exclusive t-shirts and hats, test pressings, lavishly packaged box sets and decades' worth of precious lost sounds to a pop-up shop in the Shoreditch... Read More
September 12th, 2022
U-Turn Debuts New Theory Turntable New turntable features molded magnesium one piece tapered armtubeBy: Michael Fremer
Woburn, MA September 2022—U-Turn just announced the new Orbit Theory turntable, which the company describes as its “…next generation turntable, engineered for uncompromising playback."The new turntable includes the “easily adjustable” OA3 Pro tonearm featuring a tapered one-piece molded magnesium armtube fitted with Ortofon 2M Blue cartridge. An upgraded gimbal bearing with both shaft and housing machined from stainless steel allows for what U-Turn says is... Read More