Number 139
Light In The Attic's lovely re-issue of Rodriguez's <i>Cold Fact</i> is limited to 1000 vinyl copies. Mine is number 139!
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Bonus Material
The vinyl is packed with a bonus 45, excellent liner notes, and a very cool poster. My only problem is I can't decide whether to hang the poster on my wall or keep it tucked nicely with the vinyl.
More to Come
The poster shows that Light In The Attic will be releasing a second Rodriguez album in the near future. I'll be sure to pre-order that one, too.
Project Sapphire: At the End of the Long, Dreamlike Hall
I met up with Eden after work last Wednesday. We stormed through the midtown crowds and boarded the Uptown 1 train to Morningside Heights in beautiful Harlem. The train ride took no time at all. The last bit of our short trip took us way above ground, alongside tall office buildings, schools, and homes. It's a very special view.
Heavy, But No Power Supply
The thing is heavy as all hell. It must be filled with lead shot or sand or the lives of many, many men.
Substantial Dust Cover
Unlike that of the less-expensive Rega turntables, the Sota Sapphire's substantial dust cover works on heavy-duty hinges and holds itself in place. I don't know what this is good for, but it's cool. The Rega dust cover, on the other hand, is hinge-less and does not stay open half-way.
Heavy-Duty Hinges & 20th Century Vinyl
Eden and I were impressed by the strength of the dust cover's hinges. Michael Fremer's <i>20th Century Vinyl</i> waits patiently, another gift from Eden's mom. Moms always know what their children need.
Character
There is a small crack in one corner of the dust cover, but that's okay. Gives it character.
Simple Controls
Eden was delighted with the Sapphire's simple controls: Push buttons for power and speed selection, and knobs for speed control.
Inspirational
The Sapphire's simple controls proved inspirational. Eden got artsy on this one.