New Vinyl Playback Technology


I've seen the ad in Stereophile for the vinyl playback device that uses a laser to "read" the grooves. Anybody heard one that would want to comment on the sound? Are vinyl lovers excited by or interested in this technology?
kthomas
I saw the ad too, but stopped reading after the sentence "Plays LPs like a CD player!!"
It's not that new...I remember hearing about it ten years ago or so. Based on what people have said here and at Audio Asylum, they have flaws a plenty. Do a search at Audio Asylum and you'll find some info.
I am curious. I have never listened to one and would like to know more about it. I believe "Plays LPs like a CD player!!" referred to its ability to skip tracks that is a convenience I really like. I also like the fact that it won't put wear on LPs. On the other hand, it takes away the tweaking part of vinyl playback. To many vinyl lovers, tweaking is half the fun.