I remember that report from a couple of years ago that cited half of LP buyers didn't have a turntable to play them on. Maybe that trend has changed a little since, but I'd be surprised if CDs ever catch back on domestically enough for a spike in demand for players. I'd be all for it, but seems like a long shot. 

That was extremely generous of him and very cool to hear. 

Yea!

We didn’t get that deeply. I’m not even sure this is on their radar but maybe will be now. 

I thought about that but can’t justify the cost although I suppose I could buy it, copy the Basie material and sell the set.