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August 2021

Rock Trivia Quiz Answers
Yes, Ron Asheton called Moe Howard to ask permission to use “stooges” in the name of the band Iggy Pop fronted and other correct answers that are more…
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Carl Weinschenk
Eight Reasons Record Players are Great Gifts
Vinyl and record players seemed to be down for the count. Happily, it didn't work out that way. Here are some reasons why--and reasons that record…
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Carl Weinschenk
Rock Trivia Quiz: That Really Doesn’t Sound Right…
There are 26 facts below, one for every letter of the alphabet. Or, more accurately, there are 19 facts and 7 fibs. Use the letters associated with the…
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Carl Weinschenk
1970 in Rock: It was a Very Good Year
The avalanche of great music was astounding. But storm clouds were gathering.
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Carl Weinschenk
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July 2021

What to Look for in a Phono Amp
There are virtually endless choices. The best first step is to figure out exactly what you need. That will help…A little
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Carl Weinschenk
Finding the Best Phono Preamp
Phono preamps are all over the place. They are vital, their prices and function vary and the circuitry can be just about anywhere. In fact, you may…
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Carl Weinschenk
Do Turntable Cartridges Make a Difference?
Yes, and here's a quick piece on what to look for
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Carl Weinschenk
The Value of Vinyl: It’s Not About the Money
There are several keys to finding the value of vinyl records. Go for it...but be prepared to settle for a million dollars worth of memories
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Carl Weinschenk
Finding the Best Speakers
There are lots of great speakers available. The best way to narrow the choices is to understand fundamental differences
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Carl Weinschenk
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