These days there are countless places to pick up vinyl records. From big box stores to online marketplaces, vinyl is one of the most popular forms of purchasing music. Whether you are looking for old or new, the local record store usually has it all.We’ve outlined the top reasons to buy vinyl albums from your local record shop.1. The Expertise of the StaffThis is the biggest one. Record store s...
Why Own a Record Player?
Music is experienced differently depending on what kind of system you are using. Streaming platforms, YouTube, CDs or MP3 files, whether it’s on your smartphone, computer, at home, or even in your car, these are digital formats. Often there is compression involved to make smaller file sizes.
For some individuals, the convenience of digital music file formats outweig...
If you’re a music aficionado who is looking for a better listening experience of your favorite artists’ recordings, you can’t beat vinyl for audio quality and the warm sonic experience this recording medium provides. But if you have limited or zero experience listening to vinyl records, a bit of an introduction to this technology is in order. Here are the basics of what you need to know before ...
When it comes to enjoying holiday music, there is something uniquely magical about listening to it on vinyl. Typically anything Christmas or holiday related includes warm nostalgic feelings. It just happens to feel extra special when playing old holiday LPs. Pair the warmth and crackle of your favorite records with some fuzzy slippers, and a nice hot chocolate or eggnog, and you almost feel tra...
When shopping for used records, understanding the way vinyl is graded is important. In fact, it’s essential to your collection piece’s quality. Vinyl grading isn’t an exact science, but it’s certainly a useful metric. Vinyl grades are rather universal, and they’re established upon commonly held guidelines.
If you want to determine the value of your records, you’ll need to determine their rel...
In case you hadn't heard, vinyl is not just for old people looking to relive the glory days. We have the retro-crazed hipsters to thank for vinyl's revival. Although the hipster movement may be looking at its twilight, vinyl records are far from their demise. Today's artists are proof of that. Below are ten modern artists that sound amazing on vinyl. So put the needle on the record and enjoy.
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Cleanliness is a key part of maintaining your vinyl records. When you have dirt or dust on the records, it interferes with the sound quality and may cause your records to skip. By taking measures to keep your records clean, you avoid complications with your collection.
Wipe Down the Records
Use a lint free cloth and wipe down the records to remove any dust or dirt from the top of the record. ...
While vinyl may be old technology, it continues to attract new devotees thanks to benefits like better sound quality, the enhanced value of vinyl records and the tactile musical experience. Still, embracing the exciting possibilities and benefits of vinyl records should be tempered with knowing what to avoid when you are new to the vinyl format.
Here are the top things to avoid when you are ...
There's just nothing like the sound of a well maintained and properly configured Hi-Fi system. The records spinning on your turntable is unlike anything else. However, the music is only as good as the quality of your vinyl.
Due to this, you need to properly store the records. Protecting vinyl is different from a compact disc. There are other elements at play you need to consider. So when loo...
