[Ongen Publishing] Vol. 02 of the free magazine “Your First Analog Player” is a must-read for members of Generation Z who want to listen to analog records. Distribution begins at major record shops and electronics retailers on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
Ongen Publishing Press Release: October 28, 2025 Vol. 02 of the free magazine “My First Analog Player” is a must-read for all members of Generation Z who want to listen to analog records. Distribution begins at major record shops and electronics retailers on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/87714/120/87714-120-101ff078c5bd43a9024367ce39ce28e5-1186×947.jpg Singer-songwriter Kana Mizusaki tries out playing a record on a record player (Photo by amigraphy) “The other day, when I was traveling to Kyoto, I heard the Beatles playing in a record shop near Kiyomizu-dera Temple, so I wandered in and bought the record “Revolver.” It was a 1976 Japanese pressing, and cost 5,000 yen.” — Kana Mizusaki, a singer-songwriter who started listening to the Beatles in recent years, influenced by a friend, and fell in love with them. “The moment the staff played it on the spot using a player, amplifier, and vintage speakers, I was blown away by the depth of the sound (laughs).” ・Experience various analog players Our editorial team asked Mizusaki to first listen to “Revolver” on a portable analog player that can be used on its own, and then upgrade it with external speakers. Next, she’ll upgrade her analog player to a “stationary” one. There are many different types of analog players, but what are the differences? We understand that different manufacturers and grades have different prices, but… to answer that question, we’ve prepared three devices this time: the Audio-Technica AT-LP60XBT, the TEAC TN-400BT-X, and the Rega Planar1 mk2, and explained their functionality, materials, and construction. We also had Mizusaki listen to “Revolver” on each of the three devices. Keep an eye out for how Mizusaki felt about the differences in the devices’ characteristics and reproduction capabilities.
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/87714/120/87714-120-09a0e0cebbd67549cdde2229d5ba7453-1224×904.jpg ◼︎Basic explanation around records ・How to handle records Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/87714/120/87714-120-86a023d7890b71d67851ab7032c71612-1256×835.png Records, which contain audio signals, require proper handling, including how to hold them, how to store them in their jackets, how to lower the needle, and how to care for them. Our editorial team explains the basics. ・Q&A
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/87714/120/87714-120-be51b2d010fb1ca28b5c0f1f2dd3805f-836×1200.jpg We’ll answer your questions about record playback, starting with the basics: why does sound come out of a record? Audio critic Yoshio Obara has provided answers. ◼︎Analog player catalog
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/87714/120/87714-120-26a06eb2c8f7986e537dd754a257ea33-502×718.png This shopping guide lists entry-level analog players ranging from around ¥10,000 to ¥150,000. Icons indicate whether the player has a built-in phono equalizer, essential for record playback, or a universal arm for easy cartridge replacement. Each player’s features are explained with a brief commentary.
“Your First Analog Player” Vol. 02 – How to Purchase ●Information about free booklet distribution The booklet will be distributed free of charge at record stores such as Disk Union, HMV, Tower Records, and FACE RECORDS, as well as major record shops and electronics retailers such as Yodobashi Camera, Bic Camera, e☆Earphone, and Tsutaya Electrics. ●Information about booklet delivery, shipping costs borne by the customer You will receive your booklet directly; shipping and handling fees are the sole responsibility of the customer. Please see the order page on Ongen Publishing’s shopping site, “PHILE WEB.shop.” PHILE WEB.shop https://phileweb.shop Magazine order page
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smartphones. It can be downloaded for free from Ongen Publishing’s shopping site, “PHILE WEB.shop.” PHILE WEB.shop https://phileweb.shop PDF version download page
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Magazine Information Magazine Title: First Analog Player Vol. 02 Published: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Price: Free Format: B5 modified (257mm x 179mm) Publication format: Free magazine, published irregularly : Ongen Publishing Co., Ltd. Editor-in-Chief: Mikiko Noma *The booklet is distributed free of charge at major record stores and electronics retailers. You can also register as a user on Ongen Publishing’s shopping site, “PHILEWEB.SHOP,” where you can receive the booklet and download the PDF for free (shipping costs are covered by the user).
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