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Are vinyl records making a comeback?

The popularity of electronic music devices such as the iPod has created an unexpected backlash – vinyl records can’t stay on the shelves. Local record stores have seen increases in sales and some Boston University students have admitted that they prefer to listen to their favorite music on records rather than on their MP3s.

The sound quality and aesthetic value of records, as well as the simple appeal of collecting them, are contributing factors to the renewed interest in vinyl, according to students. But despite the newfound interest, the question remains as to whether or not analog has an advantage over digital recordings. Will this new record trend stand the test of time?

With blues artist Hound Dog Taylor playing on the store’s vinyl record player in the background, Looney Tunes Records employee Bill, who wished to keep his last name anonymous, said that listening to a record is like being transported back in time. He said that during the past couple of years, Looney Tunes Records has observed a slight increase in sales.

Source: Daily Free Press (subscription)

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