Revolution. The History of Turntable Design

Covering more than a century of innovations and presenting a global selection of over two hundred turntables and components, "Revolution. The History of Turntable Design" explores the captivating look, feel, and sound of analog music through its most quintaessential and popular design: the turntable. "Revolution" celebrates the very best turntables ever created.

For devoted vinyl collectors, the analog-curious, as well as product-design enthusiasts, "Revolution" charts the design, history, and cultural impact of turntables and vinyl technology. A historical overview of the development of turntables sets the scene, followed by a decade-by-decade look, from the 1950s to the present day, at features of the best turntable designs and surveys of their influence on analog culture.

Featuring legendary brands from around the world -from the cult favorites of design aficionados to ultra-high-end equipment sought by dedicated audiophiles- "Revolution" is an in-depth, visually stunning history of the enduring style of turntables and the inimitable appeal of vinyl culture.