Holy Victrolly He's Back

[@Pokav1deo]

Thrilled to see you back. You disappeared soon after I discovered you. You’ll always be the guy who’s video taught me how to properly balance a tone-arm. Thank you for that! All the best to you from eastern Massachusetts.

[@jamesalexhowlett]

Same exact thing for me too

[@neodog1]

Ditto!👍

[@martinmillar5629]

And me!😊

[@CZdrum]

same here

[@jdsmith-bl2yl]

Yep,,, me to!

[@gretschludwigdrummer209]

You have a very rare quality which unfortunately other channels lack, you have a very natural way of presenting your video's, I find I could listen to you for hours and not get board you could talk about watching paint dry and it would be interesting great to see you back and look forward to seeing future posts !!

[@botanynerd6450]

Yes, it's like listening to a really chill radio talk show about interesting topics.

[@RussellHarland]

KZbin just threw this video up; I didn't realise you were back. Great to see you again!

[@bernhardmichaelfux308]

HOOORAYYY! Our Singer is back! Vinyl TV is back. And I feel with you about the YT Thing... OK, no further talking about this. All that counts is that I can await you with some content here. The new Fluance ? I am curious! You being away was a loss for me! Glad it is over now! But I discovered a few things about your carrier as a Singer back then! Wow! And your interpretation of "I wanna know what love is" MEGAWOW! Maybe you didn´t earn much money by singing it, but the original Singer didn´t too 😉😉 So, I am happy your back! Thank you for still having motivation!

[@dan_gabe]

Wish your radio shows were available for download from somewhere, it would make me enormous pleasure to listen them while driving.

[@hifi-enthusiast]

I absolutely agree, that would be just awesome for driving!

[@captainfallsalotatppic2508]

I watched your KZbin video when you removed the preamp out of the Audio-Tech TT. That video is (and I had and still do have A-T TT) the whole reason why I upgraded my TT, well part of the reason. I want the at-pl2022 I like the clear and the fact that I can see the gutts, but on the flip side I can't see putting out the amount that they're asking. Lastly, just can't say enough about how much I really enjoy your channel. I am so glad that you're back. Welcome back and I can't wait for more of your content. Keep safe...

[@Patriot-American]

I'm so glad you are back sir!! Look forward to your new content ... 👍🏻

[@AndrewKarpyszyn]

Welcome Back! We all know YT sucks; we're all just happy you came back! Looking forward to your review of the new Fluance turntable, and really anything else you'd like to review!

[@cainehernandez9901]

I get the disappearing act ! Only so much to talk about . How ever I have enjoyed and learned quite a bit from you especially in turntable set up and the precision involved . So again thanks

[@richardhagerty6811]

spot on! We are on the same page regarding digital vs vinyl. A lot of people misunderstand both media. I won't give up my vinyl, but I'm hooked on Bluetooth while riding my stationary bike. All the vinyl records on my phone sound exactly as they did on the turntable. the silkiness and the pops are as sweet as ever. In fact, I was able to download a cleaner copy of one of my 45's and I didn't enjoy it as much. I missed the imperfections, which contribute to the warmth. For me, it's more about the music and the artists, and less about the equipment. The largest variables are in the recordings themselves.

[@edwinporter3574]

Welcome back, it's great to see you. Glad all is well with you.

[@paulaj2829]

Hey Criag Glad to see you bqck with your thoughts & information views.. can't wait to get back into it all & move on .

[@loki7441]

Craig, great to see you back. You have stayed on my you tube subscription list since you laid low. Your tutorials helped me set up my turntable. I downloaded the protractor, I even bought little digital stylus scales. And best of all after much looking at reviews and after your review on the Fluance 108, I bought one. Or at least my good wife bought it for my birthday. Beautiful turntable. Heavy too, and all I had to do was adjust the tone arm weight slightly. It really was ready to go out of the box. The sound ? Its like listening to a live version of what ever I'm listening to. Theres a deeper fuller sound. Way way better than the old Rotel unit I had, do you remember them? I supposed the amp and speakers help too. A Technics tuner amp (a compromise with my wallet back in the '80's) and Pioneer speakers. I try and buy the Vinyl version of whatever music I'm chasing now. The older artists from the 70&80's who are still out there produce good sleeve art work like back in the day, adds to the enjoyment. Some of the subject matter you hint at is very interesting. I look forward to seeing you back with more. And "Vinyl is final" 👍

[@Jammerk40]

Hey Craig I have my fluance Rt82 and still loving it and I have just updated the Cartridge to the Ortofon Red! I do like that Cartridge!

[@voivodOfficial]

Wow, I was just looking up your channels up yesterday. Glad you are back. FYI - Your information on Fluance made me choose their turntable.

[@grahamashall3448]

Lovely to see you back on here and especially looking so well. Your style and no nonsense approach appeal so much. I for one will be watching your new stuff for sure.

[@Otho666]

Hell yeah dude! Glad to see you’re well! Idk how many times I’ve watched your turntable setup video. Cheers to you, sir!!!

[@borealmat1889]

Holy cow!!! What a lovely surprise ❤❤

[@frankmurray1549]

It is so good to see you back. Having watched your previous videos I have increased my knowledge of hi fi a great deal. Your video on digitising vinyl was a turning point for me. I have been recording my vinyl collection to a hard drive ever since. People may ask "Why digitise a vinyl collection?" My answer to that is straightforward and there is more than one answer. Firstly if anything bad happened to my vinyl I would at least have the music backed up so I could still listen to it. Secondly, the digital format is perfect for traveling, Just put the albums I want on a memory card, put the card in my phone and I am ready to rock and droll

[@FromMyListeningChair]

Craig!!! Welcome back buddy! You're one of my favorite KZbinrs and if you had a merch store I would totally buy in! So happy to see you!

[@tzahy4968]

so happy to see you back! we miss you ! and your strait honest. without ego or bullshit... keep going! i wait to see every video of you!

[@Jammerk40]

Welcome back so glad to see you again! I have a feeling people were getting tired of your beer making that got old! But I like when you take the drums out and play a few tunes! Glad your back I hope things work out for you!

[@willyb188]

Cool to have you back. You’re the one was my initial go to for tutorials when I first got back into vinyl. Love your unassuming style, and lack of perceived need to be some highly produced eye candy channel. Just chatting and information. Perfect! Cheers!

[@olebjrklund8648]

Howdy , great to see you back here Craig. Keep up the good work and best regards from Norway.

[@garypoole716]

Great to have you back, stick around looking forward to the Fluaunce review🇬🇧🍻

[@frankvanhelvert6231]

happy to see you back man! always a delight to hear your articulate voice and great explanations of audio stuff greetings from amsterdam/holland

[@winstonmcgill6667]

Glad your back and sharing your common sense perspective, for those of that can't spend 5000 for a turntable or 30,000 for a pair of speakers.

[@TheNeilo-Audiosound]

I was wondering where you got to Craig as you helped me set up my first Turntable and Now I have 3 all using the same set up you basically taught me from your videos with My Audio technica decks (removing the Pre amp as well on both) then upgrading to a mint Technics SL1210MK11 which was my end Game. Vinyl in the UK 🇬🇧 where I am is just as popular as other countries and I cannot thank you enough for your help starting out so for me seeing you back is Simply Brilliant and let’s clean the slate and look forward to the future🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Cripplecreekcarl]

He’s back! Been learning a lot about mastering engineers and recording facilities in the dead wax. Would love to see your vinyl cleaning process.

[@horseshoe_nc]

Glad to see you back on KZbin. I've always enjoyed your videos. I got the AT-LP120X USB for the USB output to computer. So I could digitize some of my albums to play in my car. You are exactly right, records sound better due to how the music is mastered.

[@BansheeFifteen]

Wow, glad you're back man. I just moved across country and I'm going to have to setup my stereo in the new location. I know I'll be re visiting that turntable setup video. Setting up the listening room is going to be a challenge. I don't buy too many vinyls or CDs either, but one place I found is the resale shop for used vinyls or CDs. Sometimes I find a diamond in the rough. Welcome back.

[@m3n9111]

HEY!! great to have you back!! i do agree talking about just vinyl can be limited.. you could talk about music, recording, how analog and digital works.. you could also talk about some forgotten songs or artists and show us whats in your collection.. review some audio gear based on whatever you get or what manufacturers send you.. good luck and hope to see more from you!

[@devilzdandruff9199]

Nice shirt ! Nice to see you back man. Learned a lot from your channel. Informative and entertaining which isn’t easy to do. Cheers from Poland. Pozdrawiam!

[@LPS-R-US]

Welcome back my friend to the Show that never ends.

[@bigdaddycool1000]

I'm glad you are ok and back here.And thank you for your nice Words for the CD.It's a great Media.I wish more People would have the same Love for it that they have for the good old Vinyl.( like me.)I love both.Vinyl and CD forever!

[@tonymcgeachin9906]

Welcome back Craig, often wondered where you were.

[@Pksparty2112]

I was wondering where you went. Glad to see you’re doing good. Love the shirt. I am right on the edge of getting back into spinning records. The main thing I’m looking for before jumping back into vinyl is how to know what mastering to purchase. It’s way to deep and time consuming for me to try to learn all the names and companies. Would love to find out if there is a resource to access for more useful info before purchasing. I quickly became discouraged with recordings that sound terrible. Not willing to just toss money away like that. Don’t really have that problem with streaming.

[@Vidar.m]

Good to see your back

[@TheNeilo-Audiosound]

And his Front😜

[@chrertoffis]

You have a great voice and talk in a calming way, I believe I would listen to anything you put out here. I don't care if it's not vinyl related🙂

[@mbenedet]

So happy to see you! Your videos helped me start my vinyl journey right when covid hit and then *poof* you were gone! Huge relief :)

[@rajnbr1]

Hi, I am from Kerala, India. Glad to see your video again. Many times i searched on KZbin for your video

[@gregoryrekitt9375]

I found your channel while researching audio equipment. I have not had a quality sound system for years because of life changes, and I really want to get back into it. I really like your honest commentary, and I like the knowledge that you are able to provide! I really hope that you keep up with the vinyl tv approach and would greatly appreciate learning more about other aspects of audio like cds and streaming. I have not made the decision to pull the trigger on equipment yet, but I am leaning towards an integrated network system so I can use it for home theater also. I haven't heard you on the topic of DAC yet, but I haven't watched all of your videos yet. Please keep up the great work!

[@d.n.a5415]

Great to have you back! You have a charismatic appeal that seems very modest, down to earth, and trustworthy. These appeal you have have your viewers watch your videos over and over again! I'm looking forward to your review of the new fluance turntable!

[@repairfreak]

I’m one that missed you too “my friend from the Awesome North.” Glad you are doing well. I will look forward to your upcoming turntable review. You are a very well spoken individual, and I respect and share your previous views that you expressed on various sensitive topics. Best wishes to you for everything you do upcoming. Glad to have you back, I wish you the very best always. ✌️😎👍

[@ChristopherEngle]

I found your channels while you were away. I didn't expect to find so much inspiration while looking up how record players work. I've had ideas for inventions while watching your vids; and have also used them to keep company with me and my mom. You're an inspiration to us.

[@thephantomarse]

Nice to see you back And that you are still ok You and your Cooper's beer kits and craig tube channel got me into home brewing 10+ years ago I don't brew anymore but have started collecting vinyl and you popped up 👍

[@MrStartrek5]

I'm so glad to see you back!!! Your video on how to set up my player was invaluiable! I would've never been able to figure out half the things i have without your knowledge!

[@bernhard6572]

Happy to see you back and well! 🙂 Looking forward to all that interesting content! Greetings from Austria and all the best!

[@bernhardmichaelfux308]

Digitising Analog records was done by Michael Fremer, and man, who doesn´t know Michael Fremer whos is into records? So, HE did it, and his digitized files are played everywhere at all Audio-Shows over the world. And he is proud of his digital files. That should say enough about if it´s OK to digitize our vinyl records!

[@Vaalfator]

Hi Craig. Listening to your radio, I doubled my personal playlist of cool songs. Thanks, this was a great project!

[@TheNeilo-Audiosound]

What Radio? Can I get a heads up in the U.K. of the station by any chance🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@Vaalfator]

@@TheNeilo-Audiosound This is internet "radio". The link in the description of the CraigTube channel.

[@VinylTV33]

My radio show was on RetroClassicHits. It ran for two years, at which time I decided it had run its course, and ended the run.

[@astrojoe9862]

Glad to see you back! I learned how to record and edit my vinyl collection using Audacity by watching a video you made about it, thanks a million man!

[@77perudo]

awesome.. glad to see you still making videos.. i must say recently i picked up an lp120xusb and watch you setup video and it was perfect.. easy to understand. i have run of the mill record players back in the late 70's and most of the 80's but never had one with the adjustments etc and i dusted off my old records and they have never sounded better. eagerly waiting for more content.

[@ILikeStyx]

Glad to see you back Craig! Sending warm wishes from Kitchener-Waterloo! I'm a big vinyl/music/gear guy but I also enjoyed your cooking and brewing videos :)

[@tomr3927]

Happy you are back on the channel and pleased to hear about your two year adventure as a radio host it sounds so cool. Like so many others you have educated me on my vinyl equipment and my vinyls. Something I would like for a topic is equalizers maybe pros or con's with music. I have had a pioneer 10 channel for years an have thought about hooking it up but No real understanding on how to use it. An I think most of us feel the same post when you can we will all be here.

[@vinylexplorer9817]

Glad you are back!!! We missed you! Keep up the good work!!

[@about.the.music...]

This discovery made my day!!! Great to see you again, Craig. Look forward to learning more things audio.

[@bernardomk]

We missed you, dude!! IMO this is the best vinyl channel on youtube. No blah blah blah, straight to the point.

[@lebeltoottoot9212]

Glad you’re back, hope you’re now back for good. I love, listening to your voice, you could read the contents of ingredients of jars of peanut butter, and I would still enjoy listening to you. Doing live, Q&A would also be great. I’m a particular fan of different types of headshell, I don’t see many videos about these on KZbin. For instance, my brother makes a 3-D printed-fully adjustable and decoupled headshell that fits on my Technics, SL-100C..

[@szczepancom]

welcome back :) greetings from Poland ;)

[@Balzano44]

Glad to see you back pal! Looking forward to your new twist on music vids🤙🏼

[@samh488]

I’m so glad your back Craig I love your videos!

[@jbt68]

Welcome back, Craig! 😊

[@perrywoodfine8703]

G'day from Australia Craig. Great to see you back. I thought something bad had happened to you!! Your video on how to set up the turntable is the best!!

[@panrhej4176]

Please, share all your knowledge! I am totally excited about that, because a lot of shit is flying around the net. Especially i am interested, how you would digitalise your vinyl inclusive the whole questions around: preparation of vinyl, right styles/needle, software, plugins and tools (anti pop and crack, mastering EQing)! Thanks for being back!

[@tendraftsdeep]

Good to see you back. Would love more discussion on analog vs. Digital and such.

[@navahojn55]

So happy you are back. Good clean honest content, a pleasure!!! God Bless.

[@mus1970]

Great to see you back, looking forward to you sharing more of your vast wealth of knowledge!

[@AverageJoeVinyl]

So good to see you again, sir!

[@analogkid4557]

I was just thinking about you a few days ago and wondered if I was still subscribed. After watching the whole video, I agree with you completely with all you said. I also am a musician and a sound engineer. I also digitize vinyl. It still sounds like vinyl and it IS the mastering that gives you that sound.

[@marquismaintenance]

So glad to see you back, on Vinyl TV. That was quite the Houdini disappearance, I suppose that's KZbin to blame. Looking forward to more of your informative reviews and insights. Thanks for returning to us

[@navaezmusic]

Welcome back Craig! Glad you're doing well man. Your videos are super informative and helpful. I'm looking forward to watching any of your future uploads regardless of whatever content you decide to go with! (radio show sounded awesome btw)

[@01chippe]

Welcome back! 🎉. I’m happy to hear your analysis of analog vs digital audio. So many vinyl “purists” just don’t get it. I would like to see your in depth explanation of this. Great to see you back 😃

[@0101100110]

Welcome back. I would love to see you dive in to the filtering and compressing which was done to put the music on vinyl due to the restrictions of the medium and how it somehow pleases people more than the clean sound. Of course album art and putting on a record make a huge part of the vinyl experience

[@TheStanislavson]

Wow mate, you are all good. Peace!

[@cartoonworld1000]

I'm so happy to see you back sir

[@LudovicoPVD]

You're back!!!! I'm so happy!!! I was missing your vinyl videos. Watching your videos was very inspiring for me; you taught me A LOT!!! Nice to see you back again. (I was really moved hearing "vinyl is final" at the end haha). Good vibes Craig!

[@jessefillmore]

Craig ! So glad you're back ! I thought something happened :( Your videos are really helpful . Your video helped me re-learn how to set up my turntable ! I also like the cassette video . Thank you , Craig !!!

[@ajmhobby]

It was nice to know that you’re back. I just discovered this now! I personally don’t hate digital. There’s room for both analog and digital. Digital has limitations too. I think the reason most of us like vinyl is because of the “distortion”. Glad to see your back.

[@brianmackey5130]

Glad to see you back! I watched your video “all about reverb.” No I haven’t heard it millions of times. Super interesting video.

[@JustinTime88888]

Great to see you back! Looking forward to the new content! Vinyl is final! P.S. We need some Vinyl TV shirts!! Lots of us missed out the first time!!

[@robertroe3483]

Welcome Back you are a Vinyl Community Legend!!

[@dab505279]

Wonderful to see your beautiful face back on KZbin!

[@cls63amgwagon34]

Hey man glad to see you back!!! Make videos on whatever makes you happy, I’m here to watch whatever!

[@VinylAus]

Craig! Could you please explore the topic of whether first press (or first issue at least including represses) versions of a record are sonically superior to other vinyl versions? I believe there are cases for and against and it would be great to hear your views on this topic. Very grateful that your videos are back, kudos and respect for providing informative and relaxing videos to watch as a fellow vinyl enthusiast.

[@dieselbrodeur]

This is not a audiophile Chanel. He doesn’t really have the system for those kind of topics and Craig correct me if I am wrong but I think you see that more as those “hey I bought a bunch of records” videos that others do. For those that are interested check out 45rpm.

[@cooper6086]

Welcome back, missed you and your funny colored shirts........👍

[@madcrabber1113]

Awesome! I miss the way KZbin was when it was new and non pc'd.

[@dobermanguy9437]

Nice to see you again I was wondering what happened to you on the topic of vinyl and CDs I pretty much only been sticking with CDs if they are recorded properly they sound fantastic they're easy to store I can go to Goodwill now and buy 10 of them for $3 that's one hell of a deal and also you can play them in your car vinyls okay don't get me wrong it's got its own type of sound but I've just decided to stick with CDs and also enjoy my cassette deck goes to show you I'm pretty old school anyway glad to see you back

[@funghoul9124]

That shirt is the real star of this channel!

[@briancarpenter3040]

Glad you’re back, was worried 😮

[@MR-lo1ib]

You convinced me to try out Fluance turntables. I started with a RT80 on sale. Now, I have settled on a RT84. Glad you're back.

[@Otho666]

I’d love to see a conversation between you and Steve Gutenberg

[@gregoryrekitt9375]

I really enjoyed your videos on the Fluance line. I am researching a new audio system, and I really like the RT85. I was definitely leaning towards the Fluance before seeing your review video, and you sold me on it! I am also a Rush fan and can't wait to start listening to my LPs again!

[@fittobetiedyed5315]

Good to see you again, Craig. Welcome back!

[@EA-58]

Good to see you back Craig 👍

[@Youdanielmiranda]

Great news , thanks you are back !! greetings from 🇵🇹

[@hifi-enthusiast]

Very glad to see you back and great to hear that you have been doing well the past few years! Looking forward to hear your stories and the new content coming in the future. Thanks and best wishes from Germany.

[@beerme_2]

Mr Craig nice to see another video.. Hope you are doing well..

[@alvarosundfeld]

I AM SO GLAD YOU’RE BACK!

[@tonyenglish5153]

Great to see you Craig and you bring an element that honestly is needed and appreciated in this time of challenging and sometimes unhelpful distractions! Know you are valued and appreciated!

[@johncorrigan7643]

Good to see you back. Always enjoyed your videos, very helpful. Keep up the good work. Cheers John