Knewit #83 · November 5, 2026
Which object do these five clues point to?
The clues run from hardest to easiest. See how few you need before you open the answer.
The clues
- CLUE 1Dead wax
- CLUE 2180 gram
- CLUE 3Turntable
- CLUE 4Album sleeve
- CLUE 5Needle drop
The answer
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Vinyl Record
- Dead wax
Dead wax is the blank run-out area between the last track and the label.
- 180 gram
Heavyweight audiophile pressings are commonly sold as 180 gram vinyl.
- Turntable
A turntable rotates the record during playback.
- Album sleeve
The sleeve protects the disc and displays its artwork.
- Needle drop
A stylus placed in the groove reads the recorded sound.
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