Compact discs might be fading in popularity, but one thing we'll miss in the transition from physical media to a completely digital medium is the occasional creative packaging that comes with CDs or LPs. Turntablist/musician Kid Koala's latest release, 12 bit Blues, includes the template for your very own DIY cardboard turntable (video below)... More

As a recovering record collector who pared down his collection to just a few boxes of records, my need for record storage isn't as dire as it once was. Still, I like to keep my eyes open for shelving and consoles designed with record storage and display in mind, like this beautiful custom made Baltic birch plywood piece made by local Los Angeles furniture designers, WAKA WAKA... More

Whether I'm hunting for used LP's or buying virgin vinyl, I always clean my records to reduce surface noise and enjoy maximum fidelity. These three methods for cleaning your vinyl and stylus needle will bring you closer to the music and help preserve your albums for years to come. More

This retro-styled beauty surprised me as I turned the corner while making the rounds, as I immediately recognized the aesthetic audiophile style from a recent preview post. Pickett Furniture's custom creation is even more beautiful in person than the sneak peak photos hinted... More

Designer Valerie Hebel's all-in-one audio system is a modern interpretation of the furniture style stereo console of yesteryear for the Dwell set, stripping down the physical presence to an airy minimalist form combining analog and digital listening options... More

Record lovers might squirm thinking about vinyl being destroyed, but this iPhono 4/4S case by Wrecordsbymonkey, made from real reclaimed viny records, will definitely be a conversation starter amongst those who love their iPhone and also digging the crates.

Where one person might see an outdated, unwanted (and maybe scratched) vinyl LP, crafting blogger April Starr of The Flourishing Abode saw the opportunity to piece together a very simple DIY project for the home, both decorative and functional for the record-loving crafty type. More

A few episodes back during an otherwise tense episode of Mad Men, Pete Campbell was grinning ear to ear while showing off a brand new console hi-fi stereo system and the "tiny orchestra" playing inside the basketball player length setup. For the most part, in the era of mobile audio, these type of setups have gone way of the tail-finned Caddy... More

Something tells me these photos of the AMG V12 Turntable will be as close as I'll ever get to this German made brushless motor beauty. More

My love for the iconic designs of the past has never left, but with Mad Men returning soon I can't help but get a little excited about the style and mood of my particular favorite past era. I round up some sophisticated gear with a vintage veneer. Feast your eyes and ears on these tech items with a retro look... More