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Acoustic Sounds – 40th Anniversary Vinyl Summit

From October 15-18, 2026, Acoustic Sounds will host the inaugural Vinyl Summit, a landmark gathering in Salina, KS. This will be a landmark gathering at the center of the analog universe, inviting audiophiles, vinyl collectors and dealers into an immersive, four-day experience at the helm of high-fidelity sound. It will feature a behind-the-scenes look at Acoustic Sounds production scale, record fair, hi-fi show, and world-class live performances in multiple venues. The Vinyl Summit marks 40 years of Acoustic Sounds, celebrating the past, present, and future of audio excellence.

Live performances include some of best and brightest in blues and jazz music.

Return of the Blues Masters at Blue Heaven Studios:

Big Mud Morganfield, Jimmy D. Lane, Marquise Knox, Lil” Jimmy Reed, and Robert Finley.

Stiefel Theatre:

Taj Mahal, Jimmy Vaughn and the Tilt-A-Whirl Band, and Robert Finley, with special closing performance by Bernard Allison.

Blue Heaven Studios (Jazz):

Chico Freeman & Band, Jerome Sabbaugh, Dave Douglas, and Becca Stevens.

More information and tickets are available here.

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