Call it art, vinyl hacking, or auto-turntablism, here multiple records are physically broken down then reconstructed to make 2 unique discs. Things get even more interesting when two turntables are set up to simultaneously play the same record. Instant DIY Madlib?
If the cold metal and hard lines of the Technics 12000 just don’t seem natural, perhaps you’ll prefer Joel Scilley’s unique collection of handmade wooden turntables that are warm in both sight and sound.
The custom turntables feature Origin Live DC motor controllers, quality bearings, and Origin Live/Rega arms. No word about pricing, but let’s assume that if you have to ask, you probably can’t afford it.
See the full Audiowood turntable collection.
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It really gets no better than a stripped down cassette shaped mp3 player. This conceptual work of wonder comes complete with hideaway USB connector, headphone jack, and a tiny screen that shows elapsed song time. Add in the fact that charging and song changing are done by twisting the tapes spools and it becomes crystal … Read more
We pretty much love any album cover with a sampler and vinyl on it. Designer Joe Buckingham aka Joe Buck has begun an ongoing series of album cover reinterpretations entitled ReVisions. Notice the addition of turntables, records, mics, and speakers… it’s a beautiful thing. See Joe Buck’s website for more info about the series.
The next best thing to actually making music is looking like you’re making music. What better way to look the part than to have a Polymoog coffee table parked in the middle of your living room. This handmade Polymoog coffee table was created from an actual Polymoog and features gloss laminated vinyl graphics along with two built in drawers.
Check out the auction and go make a bid.
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Producer extraordinaire The Alchemist explains the inspiration and concept for the cover art of "The Cookbook EP". Go grab the complete cover art as free download over at his MySpace page. Random thought: Why do artists, established or otherwise, continue to push MySpace as a main starting point for their promotional efforts? Buggy interface, poor … Read more
Musically speaking… War Is Over! At least that’s the case for students at the University of Arizona, Tucson area where I’m told these posters are popping up. Created with the intention of being a thought provoking statement for viewers to find their own meaning, there’s obviously much that’s open to individual interpretation. What does meaning … Read more
Swizz Beatz goes beyond music and steps into the world of canvas and paint. He takes a moment to speak with the NY Post about his appreciation for greats such as Salvador Dali, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Herring, and Andy Warhol, then goes on to talk about their influence on his own work. [via Miss Info]
Nobody said that cultural artifacts couldn’t contribute to your sense of style and organization. The cassette closet by Creative Barn has three doors, is made with 918 cassette tapes, and features a mosaic tiled countertop.
It’s not exactly production related, but who can resist seeing a Technics 1200 turntable being put to good use. This funky turntable utilizes Zoetropes principle to produce its animated 3D effects. [via RCS]