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Turntable used by Grand Wizzard Theodore, 2000s. Creator: Vestax
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Turntable used by Grand Wizzard Theodore, 2000s. Creator: Vestax
African-American hip hop DJ Grand Wizzard Theodore (born Theodore Livingston, 1963), is widely credited as the inventor of the scratching technique. Vestax PDX-2000 turntable made of plastic and metal.The body of the turntable is made of silver plastic. The top left corner of the turntable has a black and silver power button. The top right corner has a black tonearm with a needle that slides from the right side of the top of the turntable to the platter at the center. The lower right corner of the top of the turntable has red and black type
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2000s Audio Audio Equipment Black History Cultural Heritage Djing Heritage Hip Hop Nmaahc Scratching Sound Afro American Turntable
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This print showcases the iconic turntable used by Grand Wizzard Theodore, a pioneering African-American hip hop DJ. Created by Vestax in the 2000s, this remarkable piece of audio equipment pays homage to Theodore Livingston, widely recognized as the inventor of the scratching technique. The turntable's body is crafted from sleek silver plastic, exuding a modern and stylish aesthetic. Notable features include a black and silver power button located in the top left corner, while on the opposite side rests a black tonearm with a needle that gracefully slides from its starting point towards the platter at the center. Adding an eye-catching touch to this masterpiece is red and black typography adorning the lower right corner of its surface. As an essential component for DJs worldwide, turntables like these symbolize both cultural heritage and technological advancement within music history. This particular artifact holds great significance not only for its association with Grand Wizzard Theodore but also for its representation of African American contributions to hip hop culture. Now housed in the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), this vestige serves as a testament to innovation and creativity within America's rich musical landscape. Through objects such as this one, we are reminded of how artistry can transcend boundaries and inspire generations to come.
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