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29 articles · Organized by category.

Digitization

Archiving Rare Vinyl to 24-bit FLAC: A USB Turntable Guide October 27, 2026

Storage Solutions

Poly-Lined Paper vs HDPE Inner Sleeves for Long-Term Archival October 25, 2026

Troubleshooting

Fix Tonearm Skate When Anti-Skate Dial Seems Unresponsive October 23, 2026
Diagnosing Inner Groove Distortion on 180g Heavyweight Pressings October 9, 2026
Winter Static on Vinyl: Best Anti-Static Brushes & Guns October 3, 2026
Why Brand New Vinyl Records Skip on Suitcase Turntables September 26, 2026

Collecting & Formats

Decoding Runout Groove Matrix Numbers to Spot First Pressings October 22, 2026
Picture Discs & Surface Noise: The Truth and How to Fix It October 19, 2026

Seasonal Care

Protecting Your Record Collection in a Summer Heatwave (No AC) October 21, 2026

Maintenance & Care

Ultrasonic Record Cleaners vs Vacuum Wands: Which Wins? October 20, 2026
Removing Musty Odors and Mildew from Vinyl Record Jackets October 14, 2026

Advanced Setup

Adjusting VTA for Thick 200-Gram Pressings: A Complete Guide October 17, 2026
Cartridge Alignment Protractors: A Step-by-Step Guide September 30, 2026

Special Formats

How to Play and Store Fragile Magazine Flexi-Discs Safely October 16, 2026

Gear Comparisons

Acrylic vs Glass Turntable Platters: Best for Resonance? October 15, 2026
MM vs MC Cartridges for Classic Rock Albums: Which Wins? October 4, 2026
Cork vs. Rubber Turntable Mats: Which Reduces Static Best? September 27, 2026

Collecting & Valuations

How to Spot Bootleg Colored Vinyl Pressings Online Before You Buy October 13, 2026
Decoding Japanese Obi Strips on Vinyl Records for Collectors October 1, 2026

Storage & Preservation

Traveling with Vinyl: How to Pack Records for Flights October 12, 2026
How to Safely Store Vinyl Records During Humid Summer Months September 25, 2026

Gear Upgrades

Elliptical vs. Microline Stylus: Which Upgrade Fits Your Turntable? October 10, 2026

Display & Storage

The Safest Ways to Frame and Display Double Gatefold Record Sleeves October 7, 2026

Repair & Restoration

Flatten a Mildly Warped Vinyl Record: The Glass Pane Method October 5, 2026

Cleaning & Maintenance

How to Properly Clean Vintage 78 RPM Shellac Records Safely September 29, 2026

Beginner Guides

Best Beginner Phono Preamp Under $200: Full Setup Guide September 28, 2026

Audio Equipment

Best Pre-Amp Pairings for the Audio-Technica AT-LP120XUSB (2026) September 20, 2026

Collecting

Japanese City Pop: 5 Essential Vinyl Pressings to Start Your September 20, 2026

Care & Maintenance

Removing Stubborn Water Damage Stains from Vintage Vinyl Sleeves September 20, 2026