Äänilevyllään

Äänilevyllään is a Finnish term that translates to "on his/her/its sound record" or "on their sound record" in English. It refers to the presence of a sound recording on a physical medium such as a vinyl record, CD, or cassette tape. The phrase is often used in contexts discussing music, audiobooks, or any other form of recorded sound that has been released or distributed in a tangible format.

When something is described as being "äänilevyllään," it implies that it is available for playback through a device designed to read that specific type of sound record. For example, a musician might say their song is "äänilevyllään," meaning it has been released as part of an album or single on a physical record. Similarly, a collector might note that a rare recording is "äänilevyllään," indicating its existence in a tangible, playable format.

The concept is distinct from digital music files that are stored electronically and streamed or downloaded. While digital formats have become dominant, the term "äänilevyllään" still holds relevance for physical media, acknowledging its historical significance and continued presence in the market. It emphasizes the physical nature of the sound carrier and the traditional method of listening to recorded audio. The specific type of sound record, whether it be a vinyyli (vinyl), CD, or muu äänilevy (other sound record), would typically be clarified in further context.