Now, this is interesting:

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If you thought downloading music from the internet had nothing new to offer, think again. Amanda Ghassaei has put a new twist on the digital delivery of music by 3D printing a record. Ghassaei developed a technique that converts digital audio files into 3D printable (33 rpm) grooved plastic discs, that actually play on regular turntables. Not only that, she printed some functioning prototypes as proof of concept. The printer used was relatively high-resolution, with 600 dpi on the x/y axes, and layers just 16 microns thick, but the audio quality is still somewhat low -- 11KHz, with a 5 - 6bit resolution. The important thing, however, is that it worked -- highlighting even more uses for the burgeoning technology.

Still pretty rough quality, but the point here is: it works! (see video). Apparently, the 3D printer is doing a fine job, it's the conversion process that needs more work.

3D Printed Record from Amanda Ghassaei on Vimeo.

How to do for yourself (the process) : http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Record/



What do you think? Can this new technology actually make an impact on music industry in the future? I can already imagine new stores: "Convert your digital music file (any format!) into a super vinyl quality!".

Bring it on guys.