Since 1979, Oracle Audio has been satisfying a passionate desire of thousands of audiophiles in the world. Anyone who was around when Oracle’s player was introduced recalls the stir caused by its audacious beauty. In a world of sedate boxes, it was a lightning bolt stripped to its essence and industrially futuristic in its obvious functionality, yet executed with an eye toward detail, finish, proportion, and style. The resulted was a device of staggering beauty. No one who saw an Oracle was left untouched. Photos don’t do it justice, and a verbal description doesn’t come close. Imagine something that’s equal thirds Buck Rogers, James Bond, and MoMA, with an attention to detail and fit’n’finish that scream exquisite hand-craftsmanship. -Brian Damkroger