When you hear the name Pioneer, you probably think of every conceivable audio and video component and accessory. This Japanese company, launched in Nozomu Matsumoto’s garage in 1938,  has grown into a worldwide electronics behemoth. Along the way, the company introduced laser … [Read more...]

Anyone who has done much shopping knows that turntable prices are all over the map. A machine that accomplishes the remarkably simple task of playing a record can cost less than $100 or upward of $100,000. In the first instance, you’re simply not going to get much for your money; … [Read more...]

So you’ve made your decision – you’re going to buy a record player! Whether you’re brand-new to the world of vinyl or a veteran LP record collector who simply hasn’t played his or her collection since the old turntable went south, you’re fortunate to be making this decision now. … [Read more...]