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Maxim Gift Guide 2008: The Throwback

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Deck Check

The fourth generation of a classic first issued in ’77, the new Rega P3-24 turntable will make your vinyl sing. Among the updates are a low vibration motor and a cosmic range of high-gloss colors. Because when it comes to savoring the sonic stylings of Stryper, a little neon never hurts. $1,295, soundorg.com

Tracks on Wax
Somehow music just sounds better on vinyl. And not just old stuff like Cash and the Clash, whose work you can cherry-pick at legacy recordings.com. Turns out some newer bands are putting out actual records, too: Snag new vinyl albums from current acts like Murs, the Black Keys, and the Raconteurs at becausesoundmatters.com.

Tee Time
Channeling Joey Ramone takes more than sweet bangs. Revive his style—and that of other music icons like Cobain, Lennon, and Zappa—with a Worn Free T-shirt. The company reproduces tees rockers wore onstage, complete with a photo so you know Debbie Harry actually did wear that Camp Funtime number. $40, wornfree.com

leica_m8_zoom1.jpgUltimate Fan Cam
Leica’s new M8.2 rangefinder camera may look old, but it’s got modern guts. Use the 10.3 mp shooter with Leica’s legendary lenses, and even if your stage-diving shots stink, you’ll still be the coolest-looking rock photog in the room. $6,295, leica-camera.com

Ear Candy
Question: How to rock out in retro style without wearing 20-pound headphones? Answer: WeSC’s Oboe, which combine a classic studio look with updated sound delivery, thanks to 30 mm power drivers and a 20–20,001 Hz frequency range. $60, wesc.com