Jie Li took off the limited skin for the profiteer and put on his original skin. He looked brand new, with handsome features, and looked somewhat similar to Jie Xizhi.
He looked around and asked in confusion, "Where's Xizhiren? I asked her to come and tell you guys first."
"I'll ask her to do me a favor." Zhu Changyang checked the time and stood up and said, "It should be about time, let's go check it out."
Jie Li was confused and followed the two people to the guest room in a daze.
Sure enough, the door of the room just opened, and Xie Xizhi came out and shouted to them, "Brother Zhu, it's already been carved."
"Very good, let me see." Zhu Changyang walked into the room, picked up the vinyl disc from the metal turntable, turned it towards the window, and carefully looked at the patterns on it under the light.
Facing the light, you can clearly see that the originally smooth and flat surface of the disc is now engraved with circles of fine lines that are as winding as water waves.
This is a vinyl master tape with the sound recorded on it.
Jie Li looked at the strange machine on the table and the black disc in Zhu Changyang's hand, and was puzzled: "What are these?"
"This is the sound of me playing the pipa. Brother Zhu's machine can record the pitch of the sound." Xie Xizhi said, "But I don't know what it can be used for after recording it."
"After engraving it, of course it will be restored." Zhu Changyang said, reaching into his pockets and taking out a larger machine.
This machine is somewhat similar to the previous one, but slightly larger in size.
The base is a square box carved from wood, with a rotating disc on top. A long arm is connected to one corner of the base, extending above the disc, with a thin needle sticking out from the end.
The most eye-catching thing is a flower made of metal, a huge morning glory, commonly known as morning glory. Judging from the color, it should be made of bronze, with its petals spread out to form a trumpet, with a diameter of more than one foot at the widest point.
The bronze flower has a thin rhizome at the end, fixed to the side of the base, while the flower hangs above the base, appearing in full bloom.
Studio:
[Fuck! It’s a phonograph after all!]
[To be more precise, this is already a vinyl record player with very perfect craftsmanship! ]
The machine in front of you is the most classic classical record player that modern people are familiar with.
The base is made of high-quality wood, and the turntable on the base is the turntable for placing vinyl records.
The turntable is made of metal. Aluminum alloy is die-cast into a pan-shaped disc using a lathe, covered with a layer of processed shellac, and a texture is engraved on the surface so that the record will not slip when placed on it.
The long arm attached to the turntable is the phonograph's tonearm, counterweight and needle.
The copper morning glory is naturally a speaker used to amplify the sound.
As for the motor that drives the turntable, it is hidden inside the base. When the phonograph first came out, it used a purely mechanical structure that did not require electricity, but was driven by a spring hand crank. However, Zhu Changyang had a spiritual power battery, so he used electricity directly, which was more convenient and simple.
Such a machine that is familiar to modern people is completely unfamiliar in the world of cultivation.
Apart from Zhu Changyang, the other three people present were becoming increasingly confused. The black cat also tilted its head: "Meow?"
"It's so beautiful." Xie Xizhi looked at the morning glory again and again and exclaimed, "Is this a decoration?"
Although this thing looks a bit weird, its shape is unique and elegant, and it is a good choice for decoration.
"It's indeed unique." Jie Li showed his approval and thought, "I know a master who specializes in collecting handicrafts. He is very generous. If Brother Zhu wants to find a buyer, I can negotiate a satisfactory price for you..."
Jun Shu nodded: "Not bad."
Although it seems a bit ordinary compared to flashlights and rice cookers, since it was made by Zhu Changyang, it should still be praised.
"This is not a decoration." Zhu Changyang smiled, put the black round disc engraved by Jie Xizhi on the turntable, turned the tonearm over, let the needle fall into the grooves of the record, and finally pressed the switch.
There was a slight "click" sound, and the round turntable with the black record began to spin gently.
At the same time, several "ding ding dong dong" sounds were heard, crisp and melodious, which was the sound of the pipa's turning axis and plucking the strings.
There was a sudden silence in the room.
Jie Li and Jie Xizhi's eyes widened and they looked at the machine in surprise.
This machine can actually make sound? ! !
Xie Xizhi couldn't believe it, because the sound produced by the machine was exactly the song she had just played, "This, this, this..."
After saying "this" for a long time, he still couldn't utter a complete sentence.
Jun Shu was also stunned, then raised his eyebrows, with a proud look on his face: "You are really amazing."
Developer: “Meow meow meow!”
Zhu Changyang raised his index finger: "Shh, listen to it first."
Several people immediately fell silent, and continued to enjoy the sound made by the machine with excitement and anticipation.
The turntable rotates slowly, driving the record to spin, and the stylus moves up and down along the grooves on the record, accurately reproducing the waveform of the sound.
The vibration is transmitted to the speaker through the tonearm, and then amplified and released by the speaker, clearly reaching the ears of everyone present.
Although Xie Xizhi didn't understand what was going on during the recording, since Zhu Changyang had given her the serious instruction, she tried her best and the song she played was "The Blue Sky," which was her best song.
But listen to the beautiful sound of the strings, circling and melodious, at first it is like clusters of flowers and fluttering butterflies, gradually the sound becomes louder and louder, just like the wind shaking the branches and the singing of birds, suddenly there is a violent storm, the birds fly away, and a solemn feeling arises suddenly, and finally the wind stops and the rain stops, the sky is blue and cloudless.
The sound stopped and Zhu Changyang pressed the switch.
The room remained silent.
Xie Xizhi's skills were so outstanding that even Zhu Changyang, who was not good at music, felt his heart beating fast and excited when listening to him.
For others, what was even more surprising was that the machine actually preserved and reproduced Li Xizhi's playing completely.
When Jie Li first heard the sound, he was a little suspicious whether the sound came from somewhere else, but now he had no doubts.
This tune was very familiar to him; it was clearly played by his sister.
"This, this, this!" Jie Li looked at the machine, then at Jie Xizhi, still unable to believe it, "Xizhi wasn't playing the pipa, so how could there be the sound of her playing?"
A cup of tea ago, several natives of the cultivation world were still confused by the words "recording" and "recording", but now there was no need for explanation.
What you see and hear is the best explanation.
After a long while, Jie Li came back to his senses and rubbed his hands with excitement: "It's amazing, it's really amazing, I didn't expect that sound could be preserved like this!"
There are magic weapons for transmitting sound in the world of cultivation, but they are all made of natural materials and treasures, which are extremely rare and require cultivation. Moreover, the sound transmission cannot be preserved permanently and can only be transmitted once. Therefore, it is impossible to use it to preserve music for daily appreciation... and it is even impossible to preserve such a long piece of music.
As for the mortal realm, such magic weapons have hardly ever been seen.
This phonograph is completely different. With a weak level of cleavage, it can be detected that the materials used in this machine are very ordinary, just common wood and metal, and it does not seem that any profound cultivation or magic power was used in its forging.
Like a flashlight, this machine is a thoroughly ordinary item. Even its usage is similar to that of a flashlight. Just push a button. It is really very simple.
Xie Xizhi looked dazed: "I heard that when Elder Jiang Hui participated in the Le Tian Tour for the last time a hundred years ago, he was at the peak of his realm. At that time, the sound of his zither could be heard for a thousand miles and linger in the air for three days, which became a legend at the time. I have heard from everyone since I was a child that only the instruments of a truly enlightened immortal master can keep the sound of his zither in the world for a long time, allowing mortals to observe and enjoy it. I didn't expect, I didn't expect..."
She never thought that one day she would be able to see with her own eyes that her music could be preserved using just an ordinary machine, without any magical instruments or spells. How could she not be shocked and moved
If such a machine appeared in Gongyu City, one can imagine what kind of sensation it would cause.
Not only in Gongyu City, but also in the entire Piaomiao Continent, it is an extremely amazing creation.
"Haha, it is indeed an amazing creation, but I also learned this technique from somewhere else." Zhu Changyang did not dare to take credit for it, "It is all the wisdom of our predecessors."
He spoke modestly, so others didn't dare to ask in detail. This was a unique secret method no matter where it was, and anyone with a little bit of insight wouldn't be so shameless as to pry into it.
Jie Li's cheeks turned red with excitement, and the look she gave Zhu Changyang was even more passionate.
When he had seen the flashlight before, he had been astounded, seeing the possibility of creating a mortal weapon close to a magic weapon without the use of skills.
Seeing the phonograph again at this time completely confirmed his idea.
Even if one has no cultivation and cannot make progress, as long as one has enough wisdom and uses the right methods, it is still possible to become a great weapon refiner.
"I think the phonograph should be able to sell for a good price in Gongyu City." Zhu Changyang looked at Jie Li, "Can you please help me find a buyer?"
"Of course, no problem!" Jie Li nodded hurriedly. "There will definitely be a lot of people vying for a machine like this. Don't worry, I will definitely help you sell it at a satisfactory price!"
He was a little reluctant, "But are you sure you want to sell it? This machine is so precious..."
"I kind of want it, too." Jun Shu suddenly said, looking at Zhu Changyang, hesitating for a moment, and then added, "Just a little bit, forget it if there's nothing."
Zhu Changyang was shocked when he heard this.
Did you hear it right? The guy who was trying to scam people is actually so tactful! It seems that he still has good qualities.
Zhu Changyang couldn't help but feel relieved and looked at him with amusement: "Got it, I'll make another one for you."
Jun Shu smiled happily: "Haha, I have it again."
Zhu Changyang: “…”
Cleavage, cleavage: "…"
Studio:
[So sweet, so sweet, so sweet! Chang Yang is so good to Jun Shu, he gives him a copy of everything. ]
[These two are not real. I wash my hair upside down!]
[Who was worried about finding a buyer before? Now you know that worrying is unnecessary. If you put this thing in La La Land, there will be buyers everywhere! ]
[I am dying of laughter. La La Land is so damn iconic! ]
After deciding to sell the phonograph, Zhu Changyang took out a few new vinyl records and said to Jie Xizhi, "I'd like to ask you to record a few more songs and sell them together with the phonograph. I'll split the sales revenue with you then."
Xie Xizhi waved his hands quickly: "No, no, no, how can I..."
"Don't think you're taking advantage of me." Zhu Changyang interrupted her. "The phonograph is precious, but good music is equally priceless. If there's no moving music to show it off, the phonograph may not impress the buyer. This is what you deserve. Think about it, when customers come to the music house to listen to music, don't they have to pay?"
In modern times, the copyrights of outstanding singers are very valuable.
Xie Xizhi was still embarrassed, and glanced at Xie Li, asking for his opinion.
Jie Li hesitated for a moment, then nodded. In his mind, his sister's music was certainly worth rewarding.
Xie Xizhi finally agreed and bowed, "Thank you, Brother Zhu."
Jie Li bowed deeply to the ground: "Thank you, thank you!"
Studio:
[Ah, I think I know why Chang Yang didn't just make flashlights and let Brother Xixi sell them. The phonograph is more suitable for La La Land, and it can also let Sister Xizhi participate in the recording. Sharing the money through royalties is more meaningful than giving money directly. ]
[Indeed, Chang Yang is very thoughtful. ]
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Zhu Changyang had full confidence in Jie Li's sales ability, so he gave him the entire task of selling the phonograph, expecting that Jie Li could sell it for a good price.
Unexpectedly, the cleavage was even stronger than he expected.
The next morning, not long after Zhu Changyang got up, Jie Li came to him in a hurry and said happily, "Brother Zhu, has the sale of the phonograph been arranged?"
"Sold?" Zhu Changyang was surprised. He thought it should be sold quickly, but he didn't expect it to be so fast. "How much did it sell for?"
"Not yet. How can I sell such a good thing to only one person?" Jie Li rubbed his hands and said, "I found the largest Huayan Auction House in the city and asked them to conduct the auction. Huayan has a list of all the big families in the surrounding cities. They can notify us to ensure that no one will slip through the net. It just so happens that they have an auction this afternoon, so everything has been arranged now."
Then he took out an invitation and said, "This is the private room that Huayan specially reserved for us. You and Brother Jun can go and take a look this afternoon."
Zhu Changyang: “…”
With such talent in cleavage, in modern times, it would be unreasonable not to mention Maserati.
(End of this chapter)