Many older generations (and yes, that now includes millennials) feel personally attacked by vinyl record art. But in truth, those sacred vinyls just aren’t as significant to younger crowds. Besides, many of these vinyl artists do try to source the records ethically through dollar bins. They sometimes buy blank vinyls online, or scratched vinyls that …
Vinyl records are sensitive. They can easily get scratched and if dust gets into the grooves or the stylus, your albums will skip too much for an enjoyable session. These records are also expensive and hard to find, especially if you’re looking for a specific artist or soundtrack. So when you’re investing in a vinyl …
Vinyl records are valuables that can be passed down from generation to generation as families and their loved ones share the best music of their time. But vinyl is fragile and without proper storage, the records can get scratched, scuffed, or dented, causing them to crackle, skip songs, or even refuse to play. Unfortunately, once …
Much as it pains their elders, young crafters seem to have developed a taste for vinyl record art. So if you’re one of those that can’t stand to see vinyl records vandalized, you may want to skip this. But if you’re into DIY vinyl projects, we have over 30 ideas you can play with. You …
If you’re Gen X or older, you probably remember being yelled at when you scratched your parents’ vinyls. Yes, vinyl means something different among millennials and zoomers, but back then, a vinyl was a grooved record that needed delicate handling and storage sleeves. In fact, lovers of vinyl records still cringe at the concept of …
Whether you’re trying to rescue a weathered vinyl record that you just got from your favorite pawn shop or just looking to keep your collection in top shape, learning how to clean vinyl records without damaging them is crucial. A quick look online reveals dozens of methods, some of which are simply too harsh. Thus, …
We may live in a digital world, but the old-school vinyl records will never run out of fashion. Part of their charm is the mysterious ways in which they produce sound. Sure, there is a real scientific explanation on how it happens, but listening to a vinyl record feels mysterious all the same. So, how …