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Michael Bay directed music videos? That would explain a lot.
Michael Bay directed music videos? That would explain a lot.
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This video has been censored by "The Man" for your pleasure.
This video has been censored by "The Man" for your pleasure.
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What the hell would make this overplayed moldy-oldie count as an oddity? Find out...
What the hell would make this overplayed moldy-oldie count as an oddity? Find out...
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A much more straightforward discussion of the Max Headroom Incident. And, as a bonus, a brief history of the Archive (current as of October, 2012).
A much more straightforward discussion of the Max Headroom Incident. And, as a bonus, a brief history of the Archive (current as of October, 2012).
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A nice, compact little review of one of the most (in)famous "drugstore" records ever released. Bet you thought we didn't have a copy!
A nice, compact little review of one of the most (in)famous "drugstore" records ever released. Bet you thought we didn't have a copy!
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An informal discussion of the TV Sign-Offs episode.
An informal discussion of the TV Sign-Offs episode.
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Something about February always gets Ben thinking about Civil Defense Broadcasting.
Something about February always gets Ben thinking about Civil Defense Broadcasting.
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At the time of the Conservative Folk Music episode, some of the artists discussed had yet to make their digital debuts. Naturally, Ben would want to take a look at the CD that rounds up the complete folk-rock works of Janet Greene.
At the time of the Conservative Folk Music episode, some of the artists discussed had yet to make their digital debuts. Naturally, Ben would want to take a look at the CD that rounds up the complete folk-rock works of Janet Greene.
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Perhaps the Archive's most infamous episode needed a little more context. Maybe not. Nevertheless, it got it anyway--the context, that is.
Perhaps the Archive's most infamous episode needed a little more context. Maybe not. Nevertheless, it got it anyway--the context, that is.
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Ever wanted to get an (impersonal) birthday greeting from Milton Berle? How 'bout an answering machine message from "Richard Simmons"? Yeah, didn't think so.
Ever wanted to get an (impersonal) birthday greeting from Milton Berle? How 'bout an answering machine message from "Richard Simmons"? Yeah, didn't think so.
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An informal Q & A session. Yep, that's about it.
An informal Q & A session. Yep, that's about it.
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The first Archive Riffs episode. Ben tackles a supposed promotional film for the "Butter & Egg Days Festival" that the Rifftrax guys already did--but they don't know real art (like Ben does).
The first Archive Riffs episode. Ben tackles a supposed promotional film for the "Butter & Egg Days Festival" that the Rifftrax guys already did--but they don't know real art (like Ben does).
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A commentary cut for the Local TV Special that was originally shelved due to a factual error regarding Indianapolis-based Horror Movie Host, Sammy Terry. Well, that and a couple of other brain farts.
A commentary cut for the Local TV Special that was originally shelved due to a factual error regarding Indianapolis-based Horror Movie Host, Sammy Terry. Well, that and a couple of other brain farts.
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Ben riffs the sole survivor of his childhood Public Domain VHS collection.
Ben riffs the sole survivor of his childhood Public Domain VHS collection.
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Recorded before the original episode premiered. Since then, we've learned that:
1. Audiofidelity Records started in the mid/late 1950's and issued some of the first stereo records.
2.
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Recorded before the original episode premiered. Since then, we've learned that:
1. Audiofidelity Records started in the mid/late 1950's and issued some of the first stereo records.
2. Someone at Audiofidelity went berserk sometime in the '70's and started issuing pirated Beatles albums.
3. Those that signed up for the Kid Pics newsletter wound up on mailing lists for sleazy child beauty pageants (are there any other kind?).
Ben has since learned that:
1. Playing a record at 75% of it's original speed is equivalent to flattening the "key" by a fourth, not a flat-fifth.
2. Audio frequencies are exponential.
2. Ben cannot do math in his head.
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Learn to take the safe way to school (but only if you have to walk through Chinatown).
Learn to take the safe way to school (but only if you have to walk through Chinatown).
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One of the Archive's earliest episodes seems to have gone missing. As such, Ben has been forced to remake it.
Or, this was Ben's (unsurprisingly, failed) submission to the ConBravo indie video showcase.
One of the Archive's earliest episodes seems to have gone missing. As such, Ben has been forced to remake it.
Or, this was Ben's (unsurprisingly, failed) submission to the ConBravo indie video showcase.
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An all-too-brief look back at the Archive's first Halloween special.
An all-too-brief look back at the Archive's first Halloween special.
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Given we followed up the first Halloween Special with a review of a "spooky sound effects" album, we figured it wouldn't hurt to do it again.
Given we followed up the first Halloween Special with a review of a "spooky sound effects" album, we figured it wouldn't hurt to do it again.
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Chain Aunt Phyllis to the family piano and enjoy an old-fashioned Thanksgiving.
Chain Aunt Phyllis to the family piano and enjoy an old-fashioned Thanksgiving.
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0x21
Christmas Special 2012 (A Fair Use Christmas) (Commentary)
Episode overview
A much-maligned commentary to a forgotten Archive episode.
A much-maligned commentary to a forgotten Archive episode.
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Because nothing says "Christmas" quite like creepy wax figures and a bargain-basement Bing Crosby.
Because nothing says "Christmas" quite like creepy wax figures and a bargain-basement Bing Crosby.
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...because the local stations suck.
...because the local stations suck.
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Sid Davis would like to remind you that he loves his wallpaper and hates your child.
Sid Davis would like to remind you that he loves his wallpaper and hates your child.
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Since we spent so much time with anti-smoking propaganda last time out, in the name of fairness, we thought we'd share some pro-smoking propaganda. Sorry, no dancing Luckies here
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Since we spent so much time with anti-smoking propaganda last time out, in the name of fairness, we thought we'd share some pro-smoking propaganda. Sorry, no dancing Luckies here (seriously, what can you say about it? Insert smart-ass comments below).
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Everything Ben has to say about the Backwards Masking episode in a mere 12 minutes!
Everything Ben has to say about the Backwards Masking episode in a mere 12 minutes!
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Can your heart take the sheer sex appeal of the Philips N1500? No (prescription) pills necessary!
Can your heart take the sheer sex appeal of the Philips N1500? No (prescription) pills necessary!
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Alternate Title: Why The Archive isn't terribly conducive to outtake specials.
Alternate Title: Why The Archive isn't terribly conducive to outtake specials.
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One of those rare occasions where there was a little TOO much to say in an episode.
NOTE: This was recorded before the original episode premiered.
1. Ray Brubaker died in 2009, not
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One of those rare occasions where there was a little TOO much to say in an episode.
NOTE: This was recorded before the original episode premiered.
1. Ray Brubaker died in 2009, not 2006.
2. Charies E. Sellier died in 2011, not 2009.
3. As far as I know, Nostradamus never made any sort of end-time predictions with regards to the Year 2000.
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Released about five minutes before the Conelrad system was established (and featuring some nice undercranking), 1951's Atomic Alert teaches you how to keep your nuclear experience nice and peaceful.
Released about five minutes before the Conelrad system was established (and featuring some nice undercranking), 1951's Atomic Alert teaches you how to keep your nuclear experience nice and peaceful.
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A new spin-off of the Archive in which a piece of equipment is discussed that either has already been discussed in greater detail or that simply wouldn't amount to even a minisode of Archive.
Round 1: A Sony SuperBeta Hifi VCR
A new spin-off of the Archive in which a piece of equipment is discussed that either has already been discussed in greater detail or that simply wouldn't amount to even a minisode of Archive.
Round 1: A Sony SuperBeta Hifi VCR
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The rejected pilot of Ben's Junk (for reasons that should become readily apparent fairly quickly).
This time out, Hasbro's failed attempt at a portable DVD player for kids.
The rejected pilot of Ben's Junk (for reasons that should become readily apparent fairly quickly).
This time out, Hasbro's failed attempt at a portable DVD player for kids.
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By request, Ben discusses "Format Wars". By unilateral action, Ben discusses both "Format Wars" videos in one convenient (for him) commentary.
By request, Ben discusses "Format Wars". By unilateral action, Ben discusses both "Format Wars" videos in one convenient (for him) commentary.
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A "by request" Ben's Junk. Taking a look at the camcorder used to film "Going Analog" and "Y2K Apocalypse Party".
A "by request" Ben's Junk. Taking a look at the camcorder used to film "Going Analog" and "Y2K Apocalypse Party".
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Who'da thunk the making of this episode AND the episode itself was about rediscovery?
NOTE: @3:33: Yes, Ben meant to say "3rd Season".
NOTE #2: Yes, the leader on the "Money Hunt" tape really broke.
Who'da thunk the making of this episode AND the episode itself was about rediscovery?
NOTE: @3:33: Yes, Ben meant to say "3rd Season".
NOTE #2: Yes, the leader on the "Money Hunt" tape really broke.
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Perhaps a too-personal installment of Ben's Junk. Don't take that the wrong way...
Perhaps a too-personal installment of Ben's Junk. Don't take that the wrong way...
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Must be that magic time of year again when Ben lazily dusts off the previous year's Halloween episode for a commentary.
Must be that magic time of year again when Ben lazily dusts off the previous year's Halloween episode for a commentary.
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SPOILER ALERT: Whoa-oh here it comes/Watch out boy, it'll chew them up/Whoa-oh here it comes/It's a tape eater!
SPOILER ALERT: Whoa-oh here it comes/Watch out boy, it'll chew them up/Whoa-oh here it comes/It's a tape eater!
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Finally, a VCR that can play all international formats! What do you mean, it only has mono sound?!? What you do mean I need converter boxes?!?
Finally, a VCR that can play all international formats! What do you mean, it only has mono sound?!? What you do mean I need converter boxes?!?
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The long-awaited conclusion to the two-part Ben's Junk VHS extravaganza. Does this count as the climax?
The long-awaited conclusion to the two-part Ben's Junk VHS extravaganza. Does this count as the climax?
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0x41
Ben's Junk: LaserKaraoke / Laserdisc Player (Pioneer CLD-S304)
Episode overview
Two episodes of LaserKaraoke and still no demonstration of the machine? Yeah, I'm kinda slow...
Two episodes of LaserKaraoke and still no demonstration of the machine? Yeah, I'm kinda slow...
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A dual commentary for both 1-900 ARCHIVE volumes.
WARNING: Wrestling aficionados may not like what I have to say.
A dual commentary for both 1-900 ARCHIVE volumes.
WARNING: Wrestling aficionados may not like what I have to say.
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The DuMont episode ran ridiculously overlong (gotta love that molasses-slow early TV!). Here is a deleted segment giving an overview on the Game Shows aired on the DuMont Network.
The DuMont episode ran ridiculously overlong (gotta love that molasses-slow early TV!). Here is a deleted segment giving an overview on the Game Shows aired on the DuMont Network.
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Pouring some additional salt in the gamer wounds...
Pouring some additional salt in the gamer wounds...
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Slightly bastardizing the usual Ben's Junk format--but not Ben's Junk itself (that'd hurt).
Slightly bastardizing the usual Ben's Junk format--but not Ben's Junk itself (that'd hurt).
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...and welcome to (probably the only edition of) "Ben Tries"!
...and welcome to (probably the only edition of) "Ben Tries"!
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A day late, a dollar short--you know the deal.
A day late, a dollar short--you know the deal.
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Little did I know...
NOTE: If you don't like my dry, rambling (and stutter-heavy) commentaries, you might wanna skip this one.
Little did I know...
NOTE: If you don't like my dry, rambling (and stutter-heavy) commentaries, you might wanna skip this one.
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0x49
Ben's Junk: Super 8 Sound Projector (Sears Sound II - Model 9258)
Episode overview
Nothing but the cutting edge in home video technology in Archive-land!
Nothing but the cutting edge in home video technology in Archive-land!
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I'm so vain, I KNOW I think this short is about me...
I'm so vain, I KNOW I think this short is about me...
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0x51
Oddity Archive: Episode 78.4 - VHS Vault Vol. 6 (How's Your Sex Life?) (COMMENTARY)
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I really wanted to be hypnotized! Seriously!
I really wanted to be hypnotized! Seriously!
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The original "demo" segment in the CD-I episode ran long. REALLY LONG! This is the complete, intended segment shamelessly re-purposed as a "Ben's Junk" episode.
The original "demo" segment in the CD-I episode ran long. REALLY LONG! This is the complete, intended segment shamelessly re-purposed as a "Ben's Junk" episode.
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Just going through some (relatively) recent additions to the Archive's 8-track (and associated) pile.
Just going through some (relatively) recent additions to the Archive's 8-track (and associated) pile.
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DVR? Two-week advance recording? Wusses.
DVR? Two-week advance recording? Wusses.
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Made as a thank you to the viewer who sent this. A thank you for not sending us any Magic Clown ephemera, that is.
Made as a thank you to the viewer who sent this. A thank you for not sending us any Magic Clown ephemera, that is.
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Looking back on the mental and physical scars sustained while making the Rejuvenique episode--and the mask too.
Looking back on the mental and physical scars sustained while making the Rejuvenique episode--and the mask too.
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0x57
Halloween Special 2014 (Archive Wares: Rejuvenique) (Commentary)
Episode overview
Recounting one of the Archive's more memorable production experiences.
Recounting one of the Archive's more memorable production experiences.
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0x58
An Overly Nostalgic Halloween (or, for the want of a Pail)
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I hate it when my ideas for holiday specials fall through...
I hate it when my ideas for holiday specials fall through...
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This extra has no summary.
This extra has no summary.
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Discussing what was arguably the most difficult restoration project I’ve (successfully) undertaken.
Discussing what was arguably the most difficult restoration project I’ve (successfully) undertaken.
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0x61
Ben Tries: Thanksgiving Edition (or, Ben Tries Australian Stuff)
Episode overview
'Cause, you know, Thanksgiving, food...it all makes sense.
'Cause, you know, Thanksgiving, food...it all makes sense.
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What's with the box? Who's that creepy guy in the intro? Is Chuck Swirsky really a freakin' nerd? Those questions (and more) will be answered in this video.
What's with the box? Who's that creepy guy in the intro? Is Chuck Swirsky really a freakin' nerd? Those questions (and more) will be answered in this video.
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The Archive dusts off a minor (albeit severely butchered) art-house classic. Merry Christmas!
The Archive dusts off a minor (albeit severely butchered) art-house classic. Merry Christmas!
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Filmed for the CED episode, but cut due to time.
Filmed for the CED episode, but cut due to time.
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Basically Ben geeking out about guitars for 25 minutes. Watch at your own risk.
Basically Ben geeking out about guitars for 25 minutes. Watch at your own risk.
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Let’s just say it all just kind of fell in my lap.
Let’s just say it all just kind of fell in my lap.
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*As long as you consider 3 to be “many”.
*As long as you consider 3 to be “many”.
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The one time where it's ok to giggle at Ben's Junk.
The one time where it's ok to giggle at Ben's Junk.
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It takes a steady hand to run one of these. Unfortunately, that’s something I very much lack.
It takes a steady hand to run one of these. Unfortunately, that’s something I very much lack.
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A wise man once said: “Save the big (stuff) for Ben’s Junk—it needs all the help it can get.”
A wise man once said: “Save the big (stuff) for Ben’s Junk—it needs all the help it can get.”
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Sometimes it takes a while for Ben's Junk to get in motion.
Sometimes it takes a while for Ben's Junk to get in motion.
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Admittedly, a very stream-of-consciousness commentary here, but a(n apparently) necessary one.
Admittedly, a very stream-of-consciousness commentary here, but a(n apparently) necessary one.
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I already discussed this one back on the VCR Ephemera episode, but didn't have one, so I couldn't test it. Let's rectify that situation.
I already discussed this one back on the VCR Ephemera episode, but didn't have one, so I couldn't test it. Let's rectify that situation.
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Taking a look at a (rather cryptic) promo reel for a series of silent, educational two-reelers.
Taking a look at a (rather cryptic) promo reel for a series of silent, educational two-reelers.
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A look at the first installment (and, to a lesser degree, the subsequent installments) of the recurring Record Ripoffs series. This is a commentary I’ve been wanting to do for awhile.
A look at the first installment (and, to a lesser degree, the subsequent installments) of the recurring Record Ripoffs series. This is a commentary I’ve been wanting to do for awhile.
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A look at one of the many competitors to the Atari 2600.
A look at one of the many competitors to the Atari 2600.
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Discussing another bit of donated junk. The more, the merrier, I guess.
Discussing another bit of donated junk. The more, the merrier, I guess.
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Lately, I’ve been getting asked quite a bit about my music collection. All I can say is, be careful what you wish for.
Lately, I’ve been getting asked quite a bit about my music collection. All I can say is, be careful what you wish for.
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Oh-oh, won’t you tell me again…and again…and again…
Oh-oh, won’t you tell me again…and again…and again…
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By (multiple) request(s), we’re taking another stab at playing back our Flexplay Disposable DVD.
By (multiple) request(s), we’re taking another stab at playing back our Flexplay Disposable DVD.
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Fairly recent for an Archivism—let’s take a look at how the current generation of middle and high-schoolers grew up to be such narcissists.
Fairly recent for an Archivism—let’s take a look at how the current generation of middle and high-schoolers grew up to be such narcissists.
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Yeah, there were some ghosts in the camera—or were they gremlins?
Yeah, there were some ghosts in the camera—or were they gremlins?
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ACTUAL (paid) TESTIMONIAL: Parenthood turned out to be a real bitch and we were totally unprepared. Thanks bob!
ACTUAL (paid) TESTIMONIAL: Parenthood turned out to be a real bitch and we were totally unprepared. Thanks bob!
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Another weapon in the Archive’s—well, ARCHIVING arsenal.
Another weapon in the Archive’s—well, ARCHIVING arsenal.
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Well, I already discussed Big Mouth Billy Bass. Might as well finish the 90’s/Gemmy/Talking Novelty Item concept.
Well, I already discussed Big Mouth Billy Bass. Might as well finish the 90’s/Gemmy/Talking Novelty Item concept.
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Superheroes? What are those?
Superheroes? What are those?
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A soldering kit for kids? Yeah, that about fits my skillset.
A soldering kit for kids? Yeah, that about fits my skillset.
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Like clockwork, I get my hands on a MD Walkman with a mic input just after I finish making the Minidisc episode. I swear it's a conspiracy.
Like clockwork, I get my hands on a MD Walkman with a mic input just after I finish making the Minidisc episode. I swear it's a conspiracy.
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I was downright embarrassed by my old CED Player (see the CED episode). Obviously, an upgrade was in order.
I was downright embarrassed by my old CED Player (see the CED episode). Obviously, an upgrade was in order.
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For all the overpriced hunks of plastic in my possession, it’s kind of a wonder that this segment of my record collection is so small.
For all the overpriced hunks of plastic in my possession, it’s kind of a wonder that this segment of my record collection is so small.
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(conversation overheard at VTech, 1988)
Boss: What’s a name that sounds good and smart for our quasi-educational video game console?
Engineer: Um, Socrates!
Boss: Is he smart?
Engineer: Yeah.
Boss: Perfect! What’s for lunch?
(conversation overheard at VTech, 1988)
Boss: What’s a name that sounds good and smart for our quasi-educational video game console?
Engineer: Um, Socrates!
Boss: Is he smart?
Engineer: Yeah.
Boss: Perfect! What’s for lunch?
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A couple of obsolete, useless (to me) bits of Pay-TV history—so, of course, I bought them.
A couple of obsolete, useless (to me) bits of Pay-TV history—so, of course, I bought them.
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Ben helps save the environment—with bad audiobooks on a cheap, low-capacity, unalterable mp3 player!
Ben helps save the environment—with bad audiobooks on a cheap, low-capacity, unalterable mp3 player!
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I’m ready for my mail, Mr. DeMille.
I’m ready for my mail, Mr. DeMille.
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Effectively tackling the three “(100% showtune-free) Musical March" episodes all at once. Who’da thunk old audio gear could be so controversial?
Effectively tackling the three “(100% showtune-free) Musical March" episodes all at once. Who’da thunk old audio gear could be so controversial?
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A decidedly different installment in the Ben’s Junk series. This time, I take a(n admittedly lengthy) stroll down memory lane about a family vacation from 20 years earlier.
A decidedly different installment in the Ben’s Junk series. This time, I take a(n admittedly lengthy) stroll down memory lane about a family vacation from 20 years earlier.
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Alternate Title: God, Ben! Don’t you listen to anything from this century?!?!
Alternate Title: God, Ben! Don’t you listen to anything from this century?!?!
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Remember kids, these are MY favorite albums, not yours. If there’s any overlap, consider it a happy accident.
Remember kids, these are MY favorite albums, not yours. If there’s any overlap, consider it a happy accident.
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A slightly askew edition of Ben’s Junk. Let’s rectify that situation.
A slightly askew edition of Ben’s Junk. Let’s rectify that situation.
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When researching the DBX episode, as best as I could gather, there were no (legit) pre-recorded DBX-encoded audiocassettes. Turns out there was a line of Classical tapes.
When researching the DBX episode, as best as I could gather, there were no (legit) pre-recorded DBX-encoded audiocassettes. Turns out there was a line of Classical tapes.
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0x101
Ben’s Junk: MFSL Geo-Disc (Turntable Cartridge Alignment Tool)
Episode overview
…and the great Archive A/V tune-up continues.
…and the great Archive A/V tune-up continues.
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The Archive kicks it up a notch—or at least about 1/5 of one.
The Archive kicks it up a notch—or at least about 1/5 of one.
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Remember the single-use 35mm camera? How ‘bout a single-use camcorder?
Remember the single-use 35mm camera? How ‘bout a single-use camcorder?
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The Archive gets nostalgic for nukes…
The Archive gets nostalgic for nukes…
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0x105
Ben’s Junk: The World of Yesterday (Classic Hollywood Fanzines)
Episode overview
Ben gets nostalgic for nostalgia—he’s meta like that.
Ben gets nostalgic for nostalgia—he’s meta like that.
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Taking a look at an external preamp for the turntable—largely only because the cool kids are into it.
Taking a look at an external preamp for the turntable—largely only because the cool kids are into it.
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0x107
Ben’s Junk: Vidicraft Vidimate Video Enhancer (Model VDM300S)
Episode overview
An especially dull (or sharp) edition of Ben’s Junk—it can go either way.
An especially dull (or sharp) edition of Ben’s Junk—it can go either way.
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Ben gets ambitious with his Christmas lights—in that, he’s putting any up at all.
Ben gets ambitious with his Christmas lights—in that, he’s putting any up at all.
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…or, Telecine redux.
…or, Telecine redux.
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It’s no secret that the LP’s discussed on Archive were usually (presumably) buried in someone’s backyard. Naturally, we’re open to any new method of cleaning them up.
It’s no secret that the LP’s discussed on Archive were usually (presumably) buried in someone’s backyard. Naturally, we’re open to any new method of cleaning them up.
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Ben’s second new (to him) cassette deck in a year. What makes this one so special?
Ben’s second new (to him) cassette deck in a year. What makes this one so special?
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Taking a look at (possibly) the first-ever CD cleaner/repair thing to ever hit the market. Is it a lost classic?
Taking a look at (possibly) the first-ever CD cleaner/repair thing to ever hit the market. Is it a lost classic?
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The second installment on CD cleaning/repair devices. Is it Royally good or Royal garbage?
The second installment on CD cleaning/repair devices. Is it Royally good or Royal garbage?
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What’s that thing with the face in the background? This, and many (well, a few) other questions will be answered at long last!
What’s that thing with the face in the background? This, and many (well, a few) other questions will be answered at long last!
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0x115
Ben’s Junk: MP32C64 Adapter (Commodore Datasette Substitute)
Episode overview
Let’s commit a bit of Luddite blasphemy, shall we?
Let’s commit a bit of Luddite blasphemy, shall we?
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Testing out a new, potential subseries—and hitting every conceivable pothole along the way.
Testing out a new, potential subseries—and hitting every conceivable pothole along the way.
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…figured I’d better shoot at least one episode in Beautiful Downtown Aurora before leaving.
…figured I’d better shoot at least one episode in Beautiful Downtown Aurora before leaving.
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At last! Ben reviews a K-Tel product!
At last! Ben reviews a K-Tel product!
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The MCS deck kinda got fried. Time for another fixer-upper!
The MCS deck kinda got fried. Time for another fixer-upper!
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Let’s unearth some (unintentional) pre-DVD Easter Eggs…
Let’s unearth some (unintentional) pre-DVD Easter Eggs…
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0x121
Ben's Junk: ABC Talking Monday Night Football (Board Game)
Episode overview
An early, talking board game—whose (nearly) every move is dictated by a tiny record.
An early, talking board game—whose (nearly) every move is dictated by a tiny record.
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Rather serendipitously, just in time to move, we’ve unearthed a promo video for an item that we’ve used on Archive many times—namely, the Talking House Transmitter. Talk about timing!
Rather serendipitously, just in time to move, we’ve unearthed a promo video for an item that we’ve used on Archive many times—namely, the Talking House Transmitter. Talk about timing!
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0x123
Archive Thrifting #3 (Beautiful Downtown Aurora’s Last Stand)
Episode overview
…because I totally needed a bunch more junk to try and pack up.
…because I totally needed a bunch more junk to try and pack up.
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There were a precious few hallmarks of the old Archive HQ that I did NOT want to carry over. Speaker wire running all over the room was one of them.
There were a precious few hallmarks of the old Archive HQ that I did NOT want to carry over. Speaker wire running all over the room was one of them.
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0x125
Ben's Junk: Audio Technica AT-LP120 Turntable (Early Thoughts)
Episode overview
Already went over to a direct-drive cassette deck, might as well do the same with vinyl…
Already went over to a direct-drive cassette deck, might as well do the same with vinyl…
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Looking into the most intimate areas of Ben’s…half-baked stereo system.
Looking into the most intimate areas of Ben’s…half-baked stereo system.
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Sergei’s Catacomb of Classics in stereo, anyone?
Sergei’s Catacomb of Classics in stereo, anyone?
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The Archive’s first livestream since 2014…and just as lo-fi as ever.
The Archive’s first livestream since 2014…and just as lo-fi as ever.
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Archive Thrifting®: Now in ESTEREO!!!
Archive Thrifting®: Now in ESTEREO!!!
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A mere 3½ months in the making!
A mere 3½ months in the making!
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The return of the Halloween album reviews! Now in screaming, spooktacular stereo!
The return of the Halloween album reviews! Now in screaming, spooktacular stereo!
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I’ve got search-for-a-reissue-of-the-original-Pac-Man-arcade-game fever…it’s driving me crazy.
I’ve got search-for-a-reissue-of-the-original-Pac-Man-arcade-game fever…it’s driving me crazy.
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A (non-filling) seven-course meal of Turkey Day commercialism!
A (non-filling) seven-course meal of Turkey Day commercialism!
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So, what is the Oddity Archive guy doing with a reissue console?
So, what is the Oddity Archive guy doing with a reissue console?
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A little stocking stuffer of yuletide caterwauling—er, caroling!
A little stocking stuffer of yuletide caterwauling—er, caroling!
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New year, more audio kit. It’s tradition, ya know?
New year, more audio kit. It’s tradition, ya know?
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Time to learn…that edutainment consoles rarely end well.
Time to learn…that edutainment consoles rarely end well.
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0x138
Ben’s Junk: SNES Classic Edition ((Belated) First Impressions)
Episode overview
Wait, didn’t we already cover this? Talk about déjà vu…
Wait, didn’t we already cover this? Talk about déjà vu…
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Ben’s recovering from a virus (and middle-ear dysfunction). Sounds like a good time to do a (kiddie) camcorder review.
Ben’s recovering from a virus (and middle-ear dysfunction). Sounds like a good time to do a (kiddie) camcorder review.
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0x140
Archive Riffs: Valentine’s Day Commercials (A Semi-Romantic Tale)
Episode overview
We’re just a bunch of old softies…with a taste for bent story arcs.
We’re just a bunch of old softies…with a taste for bent story arcs.
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Will our scrappy hero escape the clutches of the snow monster? Find out in our next installment: “Frosty The Slowman, or, Snow Thanks to You”!
Will our scrappy hero escape the clutches of the snow monster? Find out in our next installment: “Frosty The Slowman, or, Snow Thanks to You”!
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Tagline: Ben: Hey, good lookin’! How ‘bout I pick you up later?
Attractive Lady: (smacks Ben so hard his fillings are rearranged)
Ben: But it worked for the guy in the commercial…
Tagline: Ben: Hey, good lookin’! How ‘bout I pick you up later?
Attractive Lady: (smacks Ben so hard his fillings are rearranged)
Ben: But it worked for the guy in the commercial…
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Another fixer-upper? In Archiveland? Never!!!
Another fixer-upper? In Archiveland? Never!!!
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While researching the recent VHS Distributors episode, I kept running into references to a publication known as the “Big Reel”. Turns out, it’s most (in)famous of the old film collector publications—and it’s easy to see why.
While researching the recent VHS Distributors episode, I kept running into references to a publication known as the “Big Reel”. Turns out, it’s most (in)famous of the old film collector publications—and it’s easy to see why.
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In a way, Laserdiscs never really outgrew their experimental phase. Here’s an informal, overview of SOME of the more idiosyncratic Laserdiscs out there (and/or their packaging).
In a way, Laserdiscs never really outgrew their experimental phase. Here’s an informal, overview of SOME of the more idiosyncratic Laserdiscs out there (and/or their packaging).
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DVD Easter Eggs? Nah, way too easy.
DVD Easter Eggs? Nah, way too easy.
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A double dose of turn-of-the-millennium PC goodness!
A double dose of turn-of-the-millennium PC goodness!
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0x148
Ben’s Junk: Innovative Technologies ITNS-500 Slide “Scanner”
Episode overview
After a long delay…well, I’ve got some good news and some bad news.
After a long delay…well, I’ve got some good news and some bad news.
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The Archive finally gets to “see the X”! Spoiler: It’s a rock.
The Archive finally gets to “see the X”! Spoiler: It’s a rock.
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Let’s see if we can’t clear up some misconceptions about this episode…
Let’s see if we can’t clear up some misconceptions about this episode…
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I was going a little stir crazy at the end of last season. So, naturally, I decided to add a little to my at-home clutter.
I was going a little stir crazy at the end of last season. So, naturally, I decided to add a little to my at-home clutter.
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New from K-Smell Records, it’s all those irritating moments that lead off each Record Ripoffs episode in one convenient package! ORDER NOW!!!
New from K-Smell Records, it’s all those irritating moments that lead off each Record Ripoffs episode in one convenient package! ORDER NOW!!!
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0x153
Ben's Junk: Video Action Magazine (Issue 1: December, 1980)
Episode overview
Readin' and dreamin' 'bout those Archivisms that’ll probably never happen.
Readin' and dreamin' 'bout those Archivisms that’ll probably never happen.
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0x154
Bennytronics Guitar Noise Experiment (Analog, Circa 1980-style) (COMPLETE SEGMENT)
Episode overview
All seven minutes of the Archive’s low-grade, wannabe Frippertronics experiment! Earplugs are highly recommended.
All seven minutes of the Archive’s low-grade, wannabe Frippertronics experiment! Earplugs are highly recommended.
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Uh, oh. Ben’s geeking out again. Get comfy.
Uh, oh. Ben’s geeking out again. Get comfy.
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...or, how Ben unwittingly jumped on the "lo-fi" bandwagon.
...or, how Ben unwittingly jumped on the "lo-fi" bandwagon.
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0x157
Ben's Junk: Whippany Rhythm Master (Circa 1972 Drum Machine)
Episode overview
Who says Ben’s got no rhythm? He’s got 10 of them!
Who says Ben’s got no rhythm? He’s got 10 of them!
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...or, The Space-Age Sounds of the Oddity Archive! (now available on vinyl and 3¾ips reel)
...or, The Space-Age Sounds of the Oddity Archive! (now available on vinyl and 3¾ips reel)
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Featuring our Special Guest: Zippy The Chimp!
Featuring our Special Guest: Zippy The Chimp!
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Can your heart (or better yet, head) stand a trip through this haunted house? No, seriously, this is our most headache-inducing one yet.
Can your heart (or better yet, head) stand a trip through this haunted house? No, seriously, this is our most headache-inducing one yet.
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The first new piece of music I've written and released since 2012. As a challenge to myself, I tasked myself with creating a song using nothing but my old Moog/Realistic Concertmate
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The first new piece of music I've written and released since 2012. As a challenge to myself, I tasked myself with creating a song using nothing but my old Moog/Realistic Concertmate MG-1 synthesizer--which is a REAL challenge given that I'm not a synth geek and my keyboard skills are dodgy at best. It also had to sound like something that could've been made and released around the time the synth was made (circa 1982). As such, effects are used sparingly and are confined to the basics (read: EQ, reverb & compression).
Written as part of my ongoing attempts at creating some new, original incidental music for Oddity Archive.
NOTE: Just in case you couldn't tell, the synth pics shown are NOT representative of the patches used.
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0x162
Ben's Junk: Realistic Concertmate (Moog) MG-1 Synthesizer
Episode overview
Whatdaya mean you forgot you had a Moog? Also, synth snobs need not apply.
Whatdaya mean you forgot you had a Moog? Also, synth snobs need not apply.
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0x163
Ben's Junk: Sony DCR-TRV320 Digital8 Handycam (Video8 Addendum)
Episode overview
Since we were already talkin' Video8, it only seemed right to cover the Archive's first camcorder...not to mention, a piece of gear still (as of this episode) in regular use around Archive HQ.
Since we were already talkin' Video8, it only seemed right to cover the Archive's first camcorder...not to mention, a piece of gear still (as of this episode) in regular use around Archive HQ.
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0x164
Ben's Junk: Archer Video Processor/Stabilizer (Model 15-1272A)
Episode overview
Guaranteed to keep this (internet) video from rolling!
Guaranteed to keep this (internet) video from rolling!
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Can online audio mastering render audio mastering engineers obsolete? The short answer: No. Having said that, it's not as bad as you'd think.
Can online audio mastering render audio mastering engineers obsolete? The short answer: No. Having said that, it's not as bad as you'd think.
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Just your standard, good, old-fashioned combustible, unnerving, overpriced country Christmas...
Just your standard, good, old-fashioned combustible, unnerving, overpriced country Christmas...
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Celebrating the true meaning of Boxing Day...a whole lotta furniture and carpet sales.
Celebrating the true meaning of Boxing Day...a whole lotta furniture and carpet sales.
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A would-be full-fledged video format episode...which got curtailed by (amazingly enough) a lack of computer stuff at Archive HQ.
A would-be full-fledged video format episode...which got curtailed by (amazingly enough) a lack of computer stuff at Archive HQ.
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An informal stroll few some cherry-picked titles from Ben's (somewhat unintentional) collection of B-Movies and Cult Classics.
An informal stroll few some cherry-picked titles from Ben's (somewhat unintentional) collection of B-Movies and Cult Classics.
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...or, what happens when ol' Benny-boy decides he needs more than 2 microphone inputs.
...or, what happens when ol' Benny-boy decides he needs more than 2 microphone inputs.
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0x171
Ben's Junk: Behringer Neutron (Analog, Monophonic) Synthesizer
Episode overview
Yes, I bought another synth. Yes, I swatted myself on the nose with a rolled-up newspaper over my lack of self-control.
Yes, I bought another synth. Yes, I swatted myself on the nose with a rolled-up newspaper over my lack of self-control.
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Now you can enjoy a classic OA sign-off without all that pesky talking and technical junk!
F.D.G. = Fully Digital Gunk? Faulty Daily Gherkins? Make up your own acronym.
Now you can enjoy a classic OA sign-off without all that pesky talking and technical junk!
F.D.G. = Fully Digital Gunk? Faulty Daily Gherkins? Make up your own acronym.
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0x173
Ben's Junk: Industrial Laserdiscs/ Anderic (Reproduction) Service Remote
Episode overview
Lookin' under the hood of Ben's laserdisc player (quite appropriately) with some General Motors discs.
Lookin' under the hood of Ben's laserdisc player (quite appropriately) with some General Motors discs.
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0x174
Ben's Music "Career", Vol. 4.5: Greetings From Elderbush Gulch Multitracks (An Addendum)
Episode overview
Benny-boy’s (non-accredited) Audio School is now in session!
Benny-boy’s (non-accredited) Audio School is now in session!
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0x175
Enhanced CD's (& other multimedia CD's) (an informal chat)
Episode overview
Please note that this episode may not run correctly unless your monitor is running at a minimum of 256 colors and your system has at least 12MB of available RAM.
Please note that this episode may not run correctly unless your monitor is running at a minimum of 256 colors and your system has at least 12MB of available RAM.
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0x176
Ben's Junk: The OA (semi-)Supercomputer/OA Recording Studio Redux
Episode overview
Well, my last attempt at a semi-regular home audio recording rig failed...and my regular laptop is on its last legs. Here's my attempt at solving both issues at once.
Well, my last attempt at a semi-regular home audio recording rig failed...and my regular laptop is on its last legs. Here's my attempt at solving both issues at once.
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Time to take a bet(t)a look at the Archive's first Betamax - from before the Archive even existed (in every sense).
Time to take a bet(t)a look at the Archive's first Betamax - from before the Archive even existed (in every sense).
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A genuine televisual feast.
A genuine televisual feast.
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Question #196.5: What is the Quiz Wiz lacking?
Multiple Choice:
A. An objective
B. A reward
C. Entertainment value
D. All of the above
Question #196.5: What is the Quiz Wiz lacking?
Multiple Choice:
A. An objective
B. A reward
C. Entertainment value
D. All of the above
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In honor of the "Switched-On Archive" episode, I figured I'd make two pieces of music, one to represent both extremes of the trend of late '60's/early '70's Moog Synthesizer albums--the
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In honor of the "Switched-On Archive" episode, I figured I'd make two pieces of music, one to represent both extremes of the trend of late '60's/early '70's Moog Synthesizer albums--the good and the "bad". This rendition of the Archive's usual theme song is intended to salute/work within the realm of the album that (unwittingly) started it all, Wendy Carlos' "Switched-On Bach" (1968).
This was created entirely on a Moog MG-1 and was done strictly within the realm of what was possible in the late '60's and early '70's. Keeping in spirit with the original, monophonic synths of the '60's, I used NONE of the polyphonic settings.
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0x181
Ben Minnotte - The Happy Moog (Gets Stuck In Rush Hour) ("Moog" Instrumental)
Episode overview
My half-salute to/half-parody of those especially tacky late '60's/early '70's Moog Synthesizer albums. The cheese factor goes to 11 here.
This was created...without a Moog.
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My half-salute to/half-parody of those especially tacky late '60's/early '70's Moog Synthesizer albums. The cheese factor goes to 11 here.
This was created...without a Moog. Instead, I used a Behringer Neutron monophonic synth (more potential whiz-bang sound effects than my Moog MG-1) and a circa 1972 Whippany Rhythm Master. This was recorded with the general limitations of this period of recording gear.
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0x182
Ben’s Junk: First Alert FTR-960R Time-Lapse VCR (+ Time-Lapse Tape)
Episode overview
The Archive gets secure…or just paranoid.
The Archive gets secure…or just paranoid.
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OA calling CQ, hopefully DX, lookin’ for the QT on the DL while TCB.
OA calling CQ, hopefully DX, lookin’ for the QT on the DL while TCB.
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0x184
Archive Thrifting #10: Before We Were So Rudely Interrupted
Episode overview
Archive Thrifting is a magical tool of last resort…Why? Because it NEVER fails!
Archive Thrifting is a magical tool of last resort…Why? Because it NEVER fails!
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0x185
Ben’s Junk: Sony U-Matic & Industrial Betamax Wired Remotes
Episode overview
…or, Ben’s weirdest pet-project to date! (kerchunk)
…or, Ben’s weirdest pet-project to date! (kerchunk)
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Initially intended as a full-band "electric" tune, but recorded as a folk piece back in 2004. Sixteen years later, I'm finally getting around to an electric version--albeit with some slightly cinematic modifications.
Initially intended as a full-band "electric" tune, but recorded as a folk piece back in 2004. Sixteen years later, I'm finally getting around to an electric version--albeit with some slightly cinematic modifications.
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0x187
Archive Thrifting #11: This Can Not Be The Right Price Deal
Episode overview
Dare we say, a delightfully bucolic edition of Archive Thrifting.
Dare we say, a delightfully bucolic edition of Archive Thrifting.
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Meet the Archive’s new (to us) 8-track deck…
Meet the Archive’s new (to us) 8-track deck…
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A rare, intimate, bedroom edition of Ben’s Junk…
A rare, intimate, bedroom edition of Ben’s Junk…
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I was informed that the regular version was too upbeat and concise for the Episode 200 OA documentary. This was my best attempt at making it as dreary and hazy as possible.
I was informed that the regular version was too upbeat and concise for the Episode 200 OA documentary. This was my best attempt at making it as dreary and hazy as possible.
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Representing the dry, yet thoughtful end of Episode 200...
Representing the dry, yet thoughtful end of Episode 200...
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Ok, time for my side of the story…
Ok, time for my side of the story…
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Somehow I started with what I thought was a pretty cool-sounding canned rhythm (running through a guitar delay pedal) and wound up with a Jean-Michel Jarre pastiche. No idea how I got there.
Somehow I started with what I thought was a pretty cool-sounding canned rhythm (running through a guitar delay pedal) and wound up with a Jean-Michel Jarre pastiche. No idea how I got there.
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Since I had S-VHS and VCR’s on the brain already (moreso than usual), it seemed like the right time to revisit one of the early, ultra-wonky Ben’s Junk topics.
Since I had S-VHS and VCR’s on the brain already (moreso than usual), it seemed like the right time to revisit one of the early, ultra-wonky Ben’s Junk topics.
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October 4, 2020 marked the 125th anniversary of comedian/filmmaker Buster Keaton’s birth. Consider this the Archive’s (slightly belated and rambling) tribute to one of the greats…
October 4, 2020 marked the 125th anniversary of comedian/filmmaker Buster Keaton’s birth. Consider this the Archive’s (slightly belated and rambling) tribute to one of the greats…
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It’s the first Archive Thrifting Spooktacular! Strangely enough, it’s probably one of the least scary Thrifting episodes to date.
It’s the first Archive Thrifting Spooktacular! Strangely enough, it’s probably one of the least scary Thrifting episodes to date.
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You can keep your fancy digital cameras, thank you very much.
You can keep your fancy digital cameras, thank you very much.
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A slow-speed ramble for a slow-speed format…
A slow-speed ramble for a slow-speed format…
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We be stylin’…stylus(in’), that is…y’all.
We be stylin’…stylus(in’), that is…y’all.
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Fillin’ up the ol’ one-horse open sleigh with…some junk.
Fillin’ up the ol’ one-horse open sleigh with…some junk.
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Time to get back in the groove! (dodges tsunami of rotten produce)
Time to get back in the groove! (dodges tsunami of rotten produce)
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Finishing up the trilogy of belatedly-acquired, nostalgically-motivated miniature video game consoles…
Finishing up the trilogy of belatedly-acquired, nostalgically-motivated miniature video game consoles…
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0x203
Home Video Recording, 1972-Style (or, Ben’s Complete U-Matic Rig)
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This extra has no summary.
This extra has no summary.
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No one should ever get this excited over something this mundane…
Or, this CRT is 20 AF…y’all.
NOTE: Not that it really bears mention, but, the occasional flicker and frame-rate
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No one should ever get this excited over something this mundane…
Or, this CRT is 20 AF…y’all.
NOTE: Not that it really bears mention, but, the occasional flicker and frame-rate mismatch is on my camcorder’s part—everything looked correct in person.
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You’ll be green with envy over these finds…or not.
You’ll be green with envy over these finds…or not.
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Just when you thought the Archive couldn’t get any more phake…
Just when you thought the Archive couldn’t get any more phake…
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0x207
Archive Riffs: A Taxing Set of Commercials (Tax Day Special)
Episode overview
It’s time to get down to business in Archiveland!
It’s time to get down to business in Archiveland!
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Can a (relative) cheapie from Menard’s drag the Archive’s off-air recording capabilities (kicking and screaming) into the 21st century? Sort of…
Can a (relative) cheapie from Menard’s drag the Archive’s off-air recording capabilities (kicking and screaming) into the 21st century? Sort of…
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A late-night, low-light, romantic fishing expedition with everybody’s favorite Oddity Archivist…fishing for Archive Annex material, that is.
A late-night, low-light, romantic fishing expedition with everybody’s favorite Oddity Archivist…fishing for Archive Annex material, that is.
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0x210
Ben’s Junk: ClonerAlliance Box Pro (Video Capture Device)
Episode overview
Could it be I’ve finally stumbled onto the rightful heir of the VCR? Looks like it…
Could it be I’ve finally stumbled onto the rightful heir of the VCR? Looks like it…
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0x211
Ben’s Junk: JVC HM-DH30000U & Mitsubishi HD-HS2000U D-VHS VCR’s
Episode overview
A double-(4)-header of D-VHS (when possible) goodness!
A double-(4)-header of D-VHS (when possible) goodness!
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If ever an OA episode needed a commentary track, it’s this one…
If ever an OA episode needed a commentary track, it’s this one…
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Featuring deals so far outta sight, they’re outta mind!
Featuring deals so far outta sight, they’re outta mind!
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Of course, I had to pick up a rare and unusual deck for a tape cleaning rig.
Also, not to be confused with the Akai GX-220D.
Of course, I had to pick up a rare and unusual deck for a tape cleaning rig.
Also, not to be confused with the Akai GX-220D.
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You wanted a history lesson? You got a history lesson!
You wanted a history lesson? You got a history lesson!
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0x216
Ben's Casino Travelogue (Deleted Segment From How I Spent My Summer VIII)
Episode overview
The Archive delivers its first real travelogue…granted, it was all of a half-hour away from home, but still.
The Archive delivers its first real travelogue…granted, it was all of a half-hour away from home, but still.
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Thrifting can be a real drag…but not when Ben’s around!
Thrifting can be a real drag…but not when Ben’s around!
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A bit of VHSMR for everyone…
A bit of VHSMR for everyone…
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0x219
Channel Update (9/2021) (Sony AV-3600 Update, Sencore VA62, etc.)
Episode overview
There’s plenty in the OA oven right now, just none of it is rising.
There’s plenty in the OA oven right now, just none of it is rising.
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I got things just a hare wrong the first time around, so let’s hop to another round of tests…
I got things just a hare wrong the first time around, so let’s hop to another round of tests…
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Most people would rent a video once…Benny-boy was just insane enough to rent the same tapes over and over…then eventually buy them.
Most people would rent a video once…Benny-boy was just insane enough to rent the same tapes over and over…then eventually buy them.
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0x222
Ben’s Junk: Wolverine Moviemaker Pro 8mm & Super8 Film Scanner
Episode overview
A half-hour Ben’s Junk? You might say the machine caused it to run reely long.
A half-hour Ben’s Junk? You might say the machine caused it to run reely long.
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Get a witches shawl on and find a broomstick you can crawl on…and go thrifting with Benny-boy! (snap, snap)
Get a witches shawl on and find a broomstick you can crawl on…and go thrifting with Benny-boy! (snap, snap)
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0:01 - Thereminiature (featuring Sty Lo Phone) (A bit of B-Movie cheese)
1:36 - Pavanned (Version 6.66) (A half parody of/half tribute to the Alan Parsons Project)
0:01 - Thereminiature (featuring Sty Lo Phone) (A bit of B-Movie cheese)
1:36 - Pavanned (Version 6.66) (A half parody of/half tribute to the Alan Parsons Project)
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0x225
Ben's Junk: Sony Digital Mavica (Model MVC-FD73) (Floppy Disk Digital Camera from 1999)
Episode overview
Tagline: Finally getting into this newfangled digital camera stuff…whatdaya mean you can’t get 3.5” floppies anymore?!?
Tagline: Finally getting into this newfangled digital camera stuff…whatdaya mean you can’t get 3.5” floppies anymore?!?
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0x226
Ben's Junk: Coolmusic Ring Modulator (& other FX) ("Max Headroom" Hijacker Voice)
Episode overview
Does Ben really think he’s better than Chuck Swirsky? That freakin’ liberal…
Does Ben really think he’s better than Chuck Swirsky? That freakin’ liberal…
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‘Tis the season…for holiday specials. Here’s some of my favorites…
‘Tis the season…for holiday specials. Here’s some of my favorites…
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Run, run Rudolph…towards another pile of junk!
Run, run Rudolph…towards another pile of junk!
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Move over, “History of the Eagles”. There’s a new rock doc opus in town…
Move over, “History of the Eagles”. There’s a new rock doc opus in town…
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0x230
Ben's Junk: Keyfax Update/Pioneer GGF1381 Laserdisc Service Remote/Discovision Dead Sides Vol. 3
Episode overview
Going down a mental rabbit hole…in the most Archivian way possible.
Going down a mental rabbit hole…in the most Archivian way possible.
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Not so much chosen for musical content, but because of the long spaces between phrases and major volume drops. Shame it isn't more EQ'd, this'd the ultimate stress test for a PCM unit otherwise.
Not so much chosen for musical content, but because of the long spaces between phrases and major volume drops. Shame it isn't more EQ'd, this'd the ultimate stress test for a PCM unit otherwise.
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0x232
Ben's Junk: VuPoint Digital Video Converter (or, the circa 2010 YouTube video device)
Episode overview
Feeling nostalgic for those early YouTube potato video captures? I’ve got just the scratch for that itch…
Feeling nostalgic for those early YouTube potato video captures? I’ve got just the scratch for that itch…
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At long last, Ben’s Junk gets the clap…per.
Yes, this is intended as an addendum of sorts to the “Overplayed Commercials” episode.
At long last, Ben’s Junk gets the clap…per.
Yes, this is intended as an addendum of sorts to the “Overplayed Commercials” episode.
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A little mythbusting (and philosophizing)…OA style.
A little mythbusting (and philosophizing)…OA style.
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After last week’s video, I had to seek a 600-second miracle of my own. It seems to involve turning into a less-charming Daniel Johnston.
After last week’s video, I had to seek a 600-second miracle of my own. It seems to involve turning into a less-charming Daniel Johnston.
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0x236
Ben’s Junk: Blonder-Tongue BTX-111 “Ultraverter” (& ONTV Box Update)
Episode overview
An addendum to the “Prehistoric UHF” episode…and the “ONTV/Pay TV Vol. 2” episode—about three years too late.
An addendum to the “Prehistoric UHF” episode…and the “ONTV/Pay TV Vol. 2” episode—about three years too late.
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For those about to rock (in 11/4 time), we salute you…
For those about to rock (in 11/4 time), we salute you…
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0x238
Ben’s Junk: Newtek Calibar (A Pen-Sized Test Pattern Generator)
Episode overview
Ben recreates the best TV program of all time—the color bars!
Ben recreates the best TV program of all time—the color bars!
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Flying by the seat of Benny's ripped (by wear and tear) jeans using only an iPad and his (half-)wit to try and raise money for a new computer.
Flying by the seat of Benny's ripped (by wear and tear) jeans using only an iPad and his (half-)wit to try and raise money for a new computer.
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0x240
Ben’s Junk: Hotronic AP41 (Frame Synchronizer & Time Base Corrector)
Episode overview
It takes a lot to keep Ben’s Junk together…‘cause Ben’s Junk ain’t no good when it’s distorted and out-of-sync.
It takes a lot to keep Ben’s Junk together…‘cause Ben’s Junk ain’t no good when it’s distorted and out-of-sync.
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A little (non-alcoholic) wine, a little song...which'll all cease if the price is right. Otherwise, we'll chat and I may pick a techie brain or two.
A little (non-alcoholic) wine, a little song...which'll all cease if the price is right. Otherwise, we'll chat and I may pick a techie brain or two.
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A casual chat…if only because the prospect of the sixth “Ben’s Junk” in a row was too much to bear.
NOTE: As of the making of this video, all the Easter Eggs mentioned are available for viewing/listening on YT.
A casual chat…if only because the prospect of the sixth “Ben’s Junk” in a row was too much to bear.
NOTE: As of the making of this video, all the Easter Eggs mentioned are available for viewing/listening on YT.
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0x243
A Tour of the New OA Computer Rig (OA Computer Tour 2022)
Episode overview
Please note, these are the statements of an analog-brained lunatic and are probably woefully inaccurate. In other words, never give an analog brain a computer.
Please note, these are the statements of an analog-brained lunatic and are probably woefully inaccurate. In other words, never give an analog brain a computer.
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0x244
Ben’s Junk: Sony CVM-51UW and Panasonic WV-BM990 CRT Monitors
Episode overview
CRT’s are for squares…which we proudly are.
CRT’s are for squares…which we proudly are.
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Tackling one of the great urban legends of the Laserdisc format. Are there any “good” copies of Eraser? And, no, I’m not referring to the film itself.
Tackling one of the great urban legends of the Laserdisc format. Are there any “good” copies of Eraser? And, no, I’m not referring to the film itself.
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Got a new phone (not by choice)…which means a new camera…which means…test drive time!
Got a new phone (not by choice)…which means a new camera…which means…test drive time!
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It’s a(n apparent) fine line between deep expressionism and wonky student film.
It’s a(n apparent) fine line between deep expressionism and wonky student film.
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0x248
Ben's Junk: Midland WR400 NOAA Weather Radio (& other Radio Ramblings)
Episode overview
Mother Nature: (throws flash floods, tornadoes, derechos and blizzards at Archive HQ) Ben: I get the hint already! Geez…
Mother Nature: (throws flash floods, tornadoes, derechos and blizzards at Archive HQ) Ben: I get the hint already! Geez…
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A truly nice little radio (especially on the AM front)…and a nice little prelude to the OA 10th Anniversary episode.
A truly nice little radio (especially on the AM front)…and a nice little prelude to the OA 10th Anniversary episode.
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0x250
Archive Thrifting #20: Fair(mont) (St.) Clouds over Mankato
Episode overview
Taken while shooting the AM Stereo episode. If nothing else, it was the least sticker-shock-intensive part of the trip.
Taken while shooting the AM Stereo episode. If nothing else, it was the least sticker-shock-intensive part of the trip.
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Testing out a potential, new occasionally recurring thing in which I undertake minor repairs on some item…and, as always, mock it a bit.
Testing out a potential, new occasionally recurring thing in which I undertake minor repairs on some item…and, as always, mock it a bit.
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…and the single most challenging project I’ve ever taken on…continues to kick my butt. Share in the frustration, won’t you?
…and the single most challenging project I’ve ever taken on…continues to kick my butt. Share in the frustration, won’t you?
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Hope you like fussy, fidgety, unintuitive setups…and 45-minute Ben’s Junks.
Hope you like fussy, fidgety, unintuitive setups…and 45-minute Ben’s Junks.
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0x254
Ben's Junk: Sears Whisper-Matic IV (& Victorian-Era Theater Slides)
Episode overview
Hey Buddy, wanna see some early 20th century movie theater slides? Didn’t think so.
Hey Buddy, wanna see some early 20th century movie theater slides? Didn’t think so.
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0x255
Ben's Junk: Ben's Blackhawk Films Collection (minus the videotapes)
Episode overview
…or, Ben gets nostalgic for other people’s nostalgia.
…or, Ben gets nostalgic for other people’s nostalgia.
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0x256
Ben's Junk: Sony Trinitron PVM-1343MD (Professional Video Monitor)
Episode overview
A rather unprofessional look at a truly professional piece of gear. Such is the Archive… And, yes, “Junk” is used in the loosest way possible here.
A rather unprofessional look at a truly professional piece of gear. Such is the Archive… And, yes, “Junk” is used in the loosest way possible here.
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Mom, can we buy some Halloween? (see title for answer)
Mom, can we buy some Halloween? (see title for answer)
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I think I have some ‘splainin’ to do regarding this one. NOTE: I recorded this back in early June (2022) as a fail-safe in case the thrifting episode I was trying to make fell through. Some of the points discussed here are now outdated.
I think I have some ‘splainin’ to do regarding this one. NOTE: I recorded this back in early June (2022) as a fail-safe in case the thrifting episode I was trying to make fell through. Some of the points discussed here are now outdated.
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…or, as some might call it, “Ben’s Final Descent Into Madness”.
…or, as some might call it, “Ben’s Final Descent Into Madness”.
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It’s (apparently) a fine line between your TV and a taxi meter…
It’s (apparently) a fine line between your TV and a taxi meter…
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Even old scrooge Benny-boy has those Christmas tunes that get his foot (arrhythmically) a-tappin’.
Even old scrooge Benny-boy has those Christmas tunes that get his foot (arrhythmically) a-tappin’.
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The merriest* thrifting video of the year! *FACT CHECK: Mostly false.
The merriest* thrifting video of the year! *FACT CHECK: Mostly false.
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Old year, old junk. Poetic, ain’t it?
Old year, old junk. Poetic, ain’t it?
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And the quest for that form of copy protection that’ll make my VCR burst into flames continues…
And the quest for that form of copy protection that’ll make my VCR burst into flames continues…
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Please inspect Ben’s Junk for damage before use…and let it warm up for awhile…and don’t point it at anything bright for more than a second or two. You know what, forget it.
Please inspect Ben’s Junk for damage before use…and let it warm up for awhile…and don’t point it at anything bright for more than a second or two. You know what, forget it.
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0x266
Ben's Junk: Forbidden KLAK (via the Archer Multiple Video Distribution System)
Episode overview
You wanted more Oddity Archive…After Dark? Here ya go. Just don’t expect anything too hot.
You wanted more Oddity Archive…After Dark? Here ya go. Just don’t expect anything too hot.
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0x267
Ben's Junk: Realistic (Radio Shack) FM Wireless Lavalier Microphone System (Circa 1988)
Episode overview
For those looking to up their YouTube microphone game…had such a thing existed in 1988.
For those looking to up their YouTube microphone game…had such a thing existed in 1988.
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For how much TV I watched when I was younger, it’s a wonder my brains didn’t completely leak out of my ears. See the beginning of the de-evolution of Benny-boy here…
For how much TV I watched when I was younger, it’s a wonder my brains didn’t completely leak out of my ears. See the beginning of the de-evolution of Benny-boy here…
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0x269
Ben's Junk: Hitachi Visionbook Pro 7560 Laptop (or, My 1st, failed attempt at a Windows 98 Rig)
Episode overview
…because I MUST get my Diamond Rio loaded (ideally, with Diamond Rio songs)!
…because I MUST get my Diamond Rio loaded (ideally, with Diamond Rio songs)!
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What—Me Ramble?
What—Me Ramble?
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Some like roses on a date, some like candy. Benny-boy likes uncatalogued analog magnetic media.
Some like roses on a date, some like candy. Benny-boy likes uncatalogued analog magnetic media.
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Oddity Archive and MTV have a momentary cease-fire to appreciate some 80’s tuneage.
Oddity Archive and MTV have a momentary cease-fire to appreciate some 80’s tuneage.
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Hey! Nice rack, Benny-boy! (snicker)
Hey! Nice rack, Benny-boy! (snicker)
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A ferric-oxide (or metal, depending on the tape) baptism…by fire.
A ferric-oxide (or metal, depending on the tape) baptism…by fire.
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0x275
Christmas Morning on a June Evening (or, Mail Day From Tyrone)
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Hope you have your June tree up (ideally, something deciduous), 'cause we're about to celebrate Christmas in June.
Hope you have your June tree up (ideally, something deciduous), 'cause we're about to celebrate Christmas in June.
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Some things don’t come easy…like the first thrifting video of 2023 (more than halfway into the year, no less).
Some things don’t come easy…like the first thrifting video of 2023 (more than halfway into the year, no less).
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0x277
Ben's Junk: X-10 Videosender (another VCR Rabbit-esque device)
Episode overview
Coming right at the end of the usefulness for something like this. Let’s see if it’s too little, too late…or right on time.
Coming right at the end of the usefulness for something like this. Let’s see if it’s too little, too late…or right on time.
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Some people’s sinuses come back from Arizona…my AV-3600 came back from Arizona—arguably the same headache.
Some people’s sinuses come back from Arizona…my AV-3600 came back from Arizona—arguably the same headache.
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Celebrating the 25th OA Thrifting video by doing one in Minnesohta, doan ‘cha know?
Celebrating the 25th OA Thrifting video by doing one in Minnesohta, doan ‘cha know?
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It’s everybody’s favorite new (not quite) nerdy game show…Fix It or Forget It!!!
It’s everybody’s favorite new (not quite) nerdy game show…Fix It or Forget It!!!
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The Archive phones it in…phoneVISION, that is.
The Archive phones it in…phoneVISION, that is.
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Oddity Archive®: Only for the most SelecTiVe viewers!
Oddity Archive®: Only for the most SelecTiVe viewers!
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0x283
Ben's Junk: ClonerAlliance ViewLite AV (Video Capture Device)
Episode overview
A little device with a lot of potential…but does it live up to it?
A little device with a lot of potential…but does it live up to it?
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Well, it does du all, I’ll give it that…
Well, it does du all, I’ll give it that…
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Dragging out the Summer a little longer…whether you like it or not.
Dragging out the Summer a little longer…whether you like it or not.
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0x286
Ben's Junk: Sharp VL-E47 "Viewcam" (Video8 Camcorder, circa 1995)
Episode overview
Oddity Archive®: Now in glorious Hi-Fi Mono!
Oddity Archive®: Now in glorious Hi-Fi Mono!
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Just hear those cash tills jing-a-ling’—ring-ting-tinga-ling…
Just hear those cash tills jing-a-ling’—ring-ting-tinga-ling…
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From that part of the Archive that’s a bit like that old take-out in the back of your fridge…that you forgot about.
From that part of the Archive that’s a bit like that old take-out in the back of your fridge…that you forgot about.
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Looking at the Rifftrax collection…with only minimal snark…which may very well go against the laws of riff comedy.
Looking at the Rifftrax collection…with only minimal snark…which may very well go against the laws of riff comedy.
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…because Benny-boy apparently goes through mini stereos like (insert absurdly famous pop star) goes through boyfriends.
…because Benny-boy apparently goes through mini stereos like (insert absurdly famous pop star) goes through boyfriends.
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0x291
Ben's Junk: Magnavox H2160MW9 (or, Exploring Someone's Old Personal DVR)
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The tech geek equivalent of rummaging through someone’s medicine cabinet…
The tech geek equivalent of rummaging through someone’s medicine cabinet…
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0x292
Ben's Junk: Wometco Home Theatre (WHT) Pay TV Decoder Box
Episode overview
Archiveco Home Theatre®: Now serving Lawn Guyland & New Joisey!
Archiveco Home Theatre®: Now serving Lawn Guyland & New Joisey!
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0x293
Ben’s Junk: ClearClick Video2USB/ A Tour of Ben’s Livestream Setup
Episode overview
Some livestreamers run PC games…Benny-boy likes to run Betamax tapes.Ben’s Junk: ClearClick Video2USB/ A Tour of Ben’s Livestream Setup
Some livestreamers run PC games…Benny-boy likes to run Betamax tapes.
Some livestreamers run PC games…Benny-boy likes to run Betamax tapes.Ben’s Junk: ClearClick Video2USB/ A Tour of Ben’s Livestream Setup
Some livestreamers run PC games…Benny-boy likes to run Betamax tapes.
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For us old fartknockers that haven’t yet warmed up to stretch-o-vision…
For us old fartknockers that haven’t yet warmed up to stretch-o-vision…
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0x295
Ben's Junk: Laser Video File Laserdisc Catalog (Mid-1992)
Episode overview
Thumbing through the catalog of the hottest new video format (by OA standards).
Thumbing through the catalog of the hottest new video format (by OA standards).
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0x296
Ben's Junk: Some More of Ben's Audiocassette Collection (Mystery Box!)
Episode overview
Come on down to Crazy Benny’s for…a bunch of audiocassettes that you probably don’t care about.
Come on down to Crazy Benny’s for…a bunch of audiocassettes that you probably don’t care about.
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0x297
Magnavox H2160MW9 Personal DVR/DVD Recorder UPDATE (A Failure)
Episode overview
Trying to bulk dump the contents of the DVR. Here’s how NOT* to do it… *No Hard Drives were harmed in the making of this episode. It was reinstalled and all material is still 100% intact.
Trying to bulk dump the contents of the DVR. Here’s how NOT* to do it… *No Hard Drives were harmed in the making of this episode. It was reinstalled and all material is still 100% intact.
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Inconvenience and mildly annoy those evil VCR thieves with the Videolok!
Inconvenience and mildly annoy those evil VCR thieves with the Videolok!
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Don’t wanna wait for Stereo TV’s to be invented? Here ya go!
Don’t wanna wait for Stereo TV’s to be invented? Here ya go!
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The saga continues. On and on…and on…and on…
The saga continues. On and on…and on…and on…
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Benny-boy’s (non-accredited) Physical Media Studies class is now in session!
Benny-boy’s (non-accredited) Physical Media Studies class is now in session!
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An unintentional episode of Oddity Archive…After Dark…in the most literal sense.
An unintentional episode of Oddity Archive…After Dark…in the most literal sense.
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Ben christens his newly-functional laptop…by playing a little Slim Whitman.
Ben christens his newly-functional laptop…by playing a little Slim Whitman.
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Ben’s 3(.0)rd attempt at FM, Part 15-legal microbroadcasting! Let’s see if it’s the charm…
Ben’s 3(.0)rd attempt at FM, Part 15-legal microbroadcasting! Let’s see if it’s the charm…
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A quick experiment evolves (er, devolves) into a borderline documentary…on the subject of cleaning mold off an old ¾” “U-Matic” videotape. And they say OA isn’t mainstream…
A quick experiment evolves (er, devolves) into a borderline documentary…on the subject of cleaning mold off an old ¾” “U-Matic” videotape. And they say OA isn’t mainstream…
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Spend the 4th of July the American way…shopping for junk.
Spend the 4th of July the American way…shopping for junk.
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(with apologies to Frank Sinatra) …’cause it’s Vidicraft, wicked Vidicraft. And, although I know it’s strictly taboo…
(with apologies to Frank Sinatra) …’cause it’s Vidicraft, wicked Vidicraft. And, although I know it’s strictly taboo…
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After making the Great Time Machine episodes in 2023, I was offered another unit in exchange for transferring some tapes. I may not have gotten the better part of that deal.
After making the Great Time Machine episodes in 2023, I was offered another unit in exchange for transferring some tapes. I may not have gotten the better part of that deal.
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Something I never thought I’d have…warm, gooey nostalgia for the Y2K era.
Something I never thought I’d have…warm, gooey nostalgia for the Y2K era.
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A trip back to the late-90’s. Of course, that means being unnecessarily EXTREEEEME!!!! (insert dorky camera zoom)
A trip back to the late-90’s. Of course, that means being unnecessarily EXTREEEEME!!!! (insert dorky camera zoom)
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The little brats are finally back in school. Let’s go thrifting…
The little brats are finally back in school. Let’s go thrifting…
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Mold®: Now available in yellow and brown!
Mold®: Now available in yellow and brown!
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Truly from the audiovisual litterbox, an impractical solution to a problem that didn’t/doesn’t exist. Or, Benny-boy officially becomes a cat herder...and hoarder.
Truly from the audiovisual litterbox, an impractical solution to a problem that didn’t/doesn’t exist. Or, Benny-boy officially becomes a cat herder...and hoarder.
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A color bar generator called “Little HUEy”. No, it’s not a Norm MacDonald joke…I think.
A color bar generator called “Little HUEy”. No, it’s not a Norm MacDonald joke…I think.
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Keep losing that remote control? Perhaps there’s just too many gosh-darn buttons? We’ve got a (borderline-toy) solution for you!
Keep losing that remote control? Perhaps there’s just too many gosh-darn buttons? We’ve got a (borderline-toy) solution for you!
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I set out to discuss laserdiscs and wound up on a tear about various movies. Ain’t that always the way?
I set out to discuss laserdiscs and wound up on a tear about various movies. Ain’t that always the way?
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Grab yer pardner, do-si-do…and go thrifting with ol’ Benny-boy!
Grab yer pardner, do-si-do…and go thrifting with ol’ Benny-boy!
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0x318
Halloween Special 2023 (Season of the Wince) (Commentary)
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Discussing the great swindle that is my little parody of “Halloween III”…and mustaches.
Discussing the great swindle that is my little parody of “Halloween III”…and mustaches.
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A radio that’ll send you into outer space…8 times!
A radio that’ll send you into outer space…8 times!
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An Up Beat (by my standards) look at an issue of Down Beat magazine. Now, excuse me while I clap out-of-rhythm…
An Up Beat (by my standards) look at an issue of Down Beat magazine. Now, excuse me while I clap out-of-rhythm…
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0x321
Ben’s Junk: Thanksgiving Traditions (and not-so-traditions)
Episode overview
You can get anything you want at Benny-boy’s (non-existent) Restaurant…
You can get anything you want at Benny-boy’s (non-existent) Restaurant…
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A product so nice, I had to review it twice…
A product so nice, I had to review it twice…
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Out in the stores there’s so much clutter/Let’s listen to Benny-boy groan and mutter…
Out in the stores there’s so much clutter/Let’s listen to Benny-boy groan and mutter…
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My first steel string acoustic guitar…which was even cheaper than the ones Esteban was hawking on TV at the time.
My first steel string acoustic guitar…which was even cheaper than the ones Esteban was hawking on TV at the time.
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The OA soundtrack album was SUPPOSED to be the most tricked-out CD of all time…of course, things didn’t pan out. And, yes, this may very well be the geekiest, most jargon-heavy discussion I’ve ever given.
The OA soundtrack album was SUPPOSED to be the most tricked-out CD of all time…of course, things didn’t pan out. And, yes, this may very well be the geekiest, most jargon-heavy discussion I’ve ever given.
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0x326
Ben’s Junk: NuReality Vivid 3D (Mock Surround Sound Processor)
Episode overview
Mono reprocessed for stereo? How quaint. How ‘bout stereo reprocessed for surround sound?
Mono reprocessed for stereo? How quaint. How ‘bout stereo reprocessed for surround sound?
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Benny-boy covers a projector…but not a film projector. Blasphemy, I know.
Benny-boy covers a projector…but not a film projector. Blasphemy, I know.
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…because it’s (apparently) cool to be contrarian.
…because it’s (apparently) cool to be contrarian.
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Hey, hey…the Ben’s Junk items I was gonna cover fell through. Let’s get nostalgic.
Hey, hey…the Ben’s Junk items I was gonna cover fell through. Let’s get nostalgic.
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You’ve heard of “oddware”, right? This is outright “deadware”.
You’ve heard of “oddware”, right? This is outright “deadware”.
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Easter Eggs are earned, my friend…
Easter Eggs are earned, my friend…
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0x332
Ben’s Junk: RCA RC5230Z DIVX/DVD Player (More “Deadware”)
Episode overview
Fulfilling another one of my utterly pointless life missions…almost.
Fulfilling another one of my utterly pointless life missions…almost.
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…and the soap opera rolls on…and on…and on…
…and the soap opera rolls on…and on…and on…
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True Archive® excitement, doled out by the pound…
True Archive® excitement, doled out by the pound…
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