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April 20th 2004
Kill Bill Volume 2: Go see it. But– not if you haven’t seen the first one. In which case, buy the first one on DVD and then go watch the second one. Best movie ever.
Some country we live in where your approval rating is “stable” when only half the population actually approves. God I hate statistics– or rather, the stupid people who use statistics.
I’ve also been considering replacing the needle on my turntable. It would probably make a difference, especially considering that I bought it from a flea market. It’s just that I’ve been buying a lot of used vinyl lately (it’s dirt cheap), and I’ve noticed that, even with the most pristine record, there’s static when the volume gets too loud, which would be consistent with a dull needle, which I hear needs replacing right away to avoid damaging the records. Anyway, records are fun. I already have a decent collection, including all of Mozart’s woodwind concertos (including my favorite, the Clarinet), Holst’s “The Planets” suite, Dave Brubeck’s “Time Out,” and the classic Getz/Gilberto in all its original glory (all of those (together) for under $10). I just want to hear how they sound with a decent needle. 
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Sure a needle will help - or a Shure needle will help - but it won’t get rid of static. That’s mostly dirt, sctatches and electric discharge from the rubbing of vinyl. They make some great lubricants for records. I used to use a product from “Discwasher” that was pretty pricy, but I doubt it’s easy to find now. With you’re old needle… try some Pledge or Endust.