What’s playing on your turntable…. Does anyone care?
When l was in a previous discussion l questioned the value myself if l would want to tell anyone what l was listening to. I have always wondered why do some posters feel compelled on a regular basis to tell others what’s playing on their turntable?
What makes someone want to do that? Personally l fail to see the point. So l have posted this question to others to test if there’s any curiosity value in it. What would an analyst make if it all. Is it a form of attention seeking?
When I'm moved by an lp thats not very common I'll usually post for 2 reasons - 1- to hopefully turn someone onto something they're not familiar with Or 2- to remind someone that has the lp to pull it out and give a spin. I for one am always looking for new music and/or a reminder to spin something I already have. Also to understand the tastes in music of the regulars. I like alot of the same things as Slaw for one |
Well Temper TT + Pro-ject phono box + Marantz PM6005 int amp. Playing Hugh Masekela - Market place. https://youtu.be/sZCpVphfxZM?si=ILFCGb6T_fG9koFt Alex/Wavetouch audio |
@mylogic -1 Why would anyone have the desire to question(mock) a 20+ year old thread with over 56k responses? As a regular contributor(5+ years) I will presume for your sake this thread was "Tongue and Cheek". For the benefit of this thread I will play along. 1. It’s a form of communication between Audiophiles/Music Lovers and Record Collectors without getting overly personal. 2. Can bring awareness to newer releases and albums that need a good dusting off despite having a platinum sales status. 3. Some will comment on the recording SQ of a new release with can be very financially helpful(I wish more would comment).Lastly I find the regular group of posters and even newcomers non-combative unlike many other threads. Hopefully if anything positive occurs from this thread it will bring more attention and new posters where 100k responses is in the near future. |
Am I incorrect in that it seems most of the posts of this sort ask the question what are you "spinning" or "what is on your turntable" rather than what are you listening to tonight? I am someone who only listens to music streamed. I don’t want this to turn into an analog vs digital thing. I played vinyl for over 50 years, both mediums have their plus and minuses, but right now I consume all my music streaming and that suits me fine. So my question is, "is it mostly people with turntables who seem more curious about what others are listening to"? Is there something in the ritual of playing LPs that creates a greater curiosity about others musical choices than those who stream? |
