On side A, our baby's first words! The vinyl-carver sparking a craze for cutting records at home
Briefly

Ulrich Sourisseau, based in a remote Black Forest railway station, is the sole producer of bespoke vinyl-cutting machines, coveted by a booming number of independent record labels. One such label, Do It Thissen, founded by Jon Downing, has thrived since acquiring a lathe in 2017, releasing 75 records. As vinyl cutting services proliferate, many more people are now able to create personalized records, from gifts to family mementos, fostering a creative resurgence in niche music and preservation practices.
Ulrich Sourisseau's workshop in a remote Black Forest railway station produces bespoke vinyl-cutting machines, gaining high demand from independent labels wanting to cut records themselves.
Jon Downing's micro label, Do It Thissen, illustrates the boom in vinyl records, having released 75 titles since acquiring a lathe-cutting machine from Sourisseau.
Tasha Trigger notes the vinyl cutting service boom, with many now refurbishing old machines, allowing niche projects to flourish, preserving memories through custom records.
The rise in popularity of lathe-cutting services means individuals can now turn their unique audio into vinyl collectibles, enhancing personal creativity and nostalgia.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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