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Best books to learn Vinyl records & hi-fi, in order

Great sound is a chain, so the reading starts with the fundamentals of how the format and a turntable actually work, tonearm, cartridge, and setup. Then it moves through the rest of the system, speakers and amplification and how components match, and finally into the culture of collecting and caring for records. Understand the signal chain first and you assemble a system that sings rather than a pile of expensive parts.

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How should I approach learning vinyl records & hi-fi?
Great sound is a chain, so the reading starts with the fundamentals of how the format and a turntable actually work, tonearm, cartridge, and setup. Then it moves through the rest of the system, speakers and amplification and how components match, and finally into the culture of collecting and caring for records. Understand the signal chain first and you assemble a system that sings rather than a pile of expensive parts.
What's a good book to start vinyl records & hi-fi with?
A strong starting point is Master Handbook of Acoustics by F. Alton Everest. The ordered reading paths above show exactly where it fits and what to read next.
What should I read after vinyl records & hi-fi?
Once you have the fundamentals, explore closely related subjects like Video game history & culture, Cricket, Rugby.

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