Book description
As featured in Wallpaper*, The Wall Street Journal, Monocle, and New York Magazine's, The StrategistThe 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.
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DollFaceKillah
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Darth 44
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Tall Sally
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Sapiens
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Mr. 44
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Dr. Jam Man
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NexusNomad
With ListenBook, I can explore new genres, learn new topics, and enjoy classic literature with ease. Drag and drop downloads are so convenient. No more messing around with complicated steps. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice is a unique feature that adds a personal touch. It was fine. The narrator did an adequate job but nothing about the performance particularly stood out to me. Got me through my commute though.
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Shy Warrior
ListenBook's dedication to delivering a top-notch experience is evident in every detail. Organizing my audiobook library has never been easier. The app keeps everything tidy.
Bugger
The ease of downloading content via WiFi, WebDAV, and more has made ListenBook my audiobook hub. Audiobooks have become a part of my self-care routine, thanks to this app.
Overrun
Adjusting the tone of the voice is so innovative. It's like personalizing the narration. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It eliminates distractions and enhances the clarity of recordings, resulting in a more immersive experience.
Shadow Chaser
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook's configurable auto-rewind after interruptions is a smart addition that keeps me on track. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. 🎙️ This app's functionality is a symphony of efficiency – I'm enjoying audiobooks without missing a beat in my day. 🎶📚 Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
Sun Leo
This app has turned my gym sessions into immersive storytelling experiences – time flies by! Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Lucky Martian
The app's layout is clean and intuitive, making it a pleasure to navigate. Effortlessly immersing in stories – this app's ease of use is a game-changer. Perfect for listening to educational materials. Highly efficient and useful. ListenBook makes organizing my audiobooks simple. The app is very user-friendly.
Energy
Gone are the days of straining my eyes to read – this app lets me 'read' with my ears, anywhere, anytime. From novels to speeches, this app's versatility in playing different formats has turned my ordinary moments into extraordinary listening sessions. 📱🔊 is a breeze with ListenBook. It's convenient and efficient. Perfect narration for this genre! The voice actor’s tone matched the atmosphere of the book, enhancing the overall experience. No complaints—just a smooth, enjoyable listen from beginning to end.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience