[Jukebox-list] RE: 12" singles

[David Breneman]

--- Nigel Pugh <pughn at npsyssoft.force9.co.uk> wrote:


> I have a Scissor Sisters 7 inch. Plays at 33.
> Their next hit over here plays at 45 rpm. 
> However, there is no indication of the speed on the label, so you
> have to try it and see.

That's the problem with European singles.  Since they
don't adhere to RCA's spec for 45s, you can't key the
speed off the center hole size.  I occasionally see
small center hole 45s now in North America as well.
Who do the manufacturers think they're *helping* with
this practice?


David Breneman         david_breneman at yahoo.com


 
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