2. analog
  3. 1223766214

QUESTION ON LP

Dear all:
Recently I purchased one big-lot of LP and found something that's interesting.
It's not the normal type of 33 1/3 or 45 rpm that I used to know but it was something new to me. I tried search on Google but can't get a good result.
This type of LP is about 10-inch in diameter. Weights heaver then normal LP and also thicker. The material felt like "metal" but of course is not.
Would you please help me to identify this type of LP and on what type of turntable can it be play on. Also, is this type of LP worth anything (most of them are classical)?
Thanks a lot for your answer.
Happy listening
cibr
rar1's avatar
rar1
1,771 posts
 
You may have a 78rpm.

Regards,

Rich
mlsstl
1,436 posts
 
Sounds like you have an old 78 RPM record. You'll need a turntable that includes a 78 RPM speed (that was typically included on most consumer turntables from the 60's and before, and was still quite common into the 1970s.)

For best tracking, you'll also need a stylus designed for 78 RPM records. The grooves are not the same size as 33s and 45s and a typical phono cartridge stylus will ride too low in the groove of a 78.

Finally, the playback equalization curve was not standardized back in the days of the 78. For the most accurate playback you may need a phono preamp with an adjustable curve.
casey33
260 posts
 
I believe you are describing a 78 RPM record.An earlier form of record manufactured up to mid fifties.It is not made of metal,but hardened shellac.The turntable required must not only be capable of spinning it at 78 RPM,but must also be fitted with the proper stylus.The groove width is wider than the microgroove of 33 and 45 records.Some 78s made at home or in studios are metal discs with a coating of shellac which is grooved.These discs were supplied as blanks and a heated stylus cut the groove.Generally when you find these the titles are written in fountain pen on the label.Now if you are as young as I think you are the next question is "Fountain Pen?"
cibr OP
11 posts
 
Noted the message and thanks a lot for your input.

Yap, Casey33.... What is a "Fountain Pen" ^_^

By the way..... I don't think I would get a 78 rpm turntable. Now... should I just kept the LP for it's "look" or just give it out to someone who "wants it"?

If someone reading this and is interesting on this old LP, just email me klaxrctp@hotmail.com and I will try to get you more detail info and pics for you.

Best wishes
More to discover