As featured in Wallpaper*, The Wall Street Journal, Monocle, and
New York Magazine's, The Strategist
The design, history, and cultural impact of turntables and vinyl
technology: the twin powerhouses of the 'vinyl revival' phenomenon
Interest in turntables and records is enjoying a renaissance as analog
natives and new converts find their enduring style and extraordinary
sound inimitable. Revolution, a follow-up to Phaidon's beloved Hi-Fi:
The History of High-End Audio Design, explores the design and cultural
impact of the turntable, the component at the center of the 'vinyl
revival'. An essential book for audiophiles, collectors, and design
fans, Revolution showcases the fascinating history of turntables and
vinyl technology from the 1950s to today's cutting-edge designs.
Written by Schwartz, author of Hi-Fi: The History of High-End Audio
Design, who is an audio design expert and passionate about analog
music, this book includes 300 illustrations from the world of
turntables, from affordable to high-end, and everything in between. An
essential addition to the bookshelf for analog natives and those new to
the vinyl revival as well as music and design lovers.