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“I grew up at the very tail end of the vinyl era, and at the time, I remember, we couldn't wait for CD to come along because vinyl was so frustrating. You would buy the record, take it home, and it would have a scratch, and you would have to take it back again.” quote by Steven Wilson
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“I grew up at the very tail end of the vinyl era, and at the time, I remember, we couldn't wait for CD to come along because vinyl was so frustrating. You would buy the record, take it home, and it would have a scratch, and you would have to take it back again.”

Steven Wilson

About This Quote

Source Interview: Musician Talk, 2015

Vinyl's fragility made listeners eager for CDs, highlighting format limitations.

In simple terms: Vinyl was fragile, prompting CD demand.

Key Takeaway

Embrace technology that solves real problems.

Themes

technology media consumer behavior

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

technological consumer

When to use this quote

  • record stores
  • digital adoption
  • product design

Key Concepts

format evolution user experience

Questions to Reflect On

  • What trade‑offs do you accept with new tech?
  • How can design improve durability?
A Different Perspective

New formats may introduce other issues.

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