Many individuals are bewildered by the return of vinyl’s appeal and are asking what all the fuss is about. If you’re anything like most people nowadays, the only vinyl you own is a collection of large square bags that contain the round discs your mother keeps in store.
We should let you know that those vinyl discs in square pouches have the power to transport you to Wonderland. Only this time the Mad Hatter is being replaced by the best musical experience you can ever imagine.
Although wanting to listen to a vinyl record might not be as convenient as using Spotify or turning on Apple Music on your phone. Vinyl records have this aesthetic beauty that online music services can’t match, which is why both casual music fans and analog nerds have been flocking to it.
If you’ve felt attracted to vinyl records personally but are unsure of where to begin, don’t panic; creating and correctly preserving a record collection does not have to be costly or difficult. This is why our guide will help you start, build, and preserve a vinyl collection.
Buy Records
Over the last two years, record collection has taken on a slightly different appearance, partly as a result of the global pandemic that forced many record shops to shut down, liquefy, or significantly change their activities to more online-focused approaches.
There is no better method to delve into the realm of vinyl if you get the chance to visit a local record shop. In terms of used records, picking quality ones requires skill. Not by title but rather by the caliber and state of the vinyl record.
Get Those Grooves Cleaned!
You’ve just brought your vinyl collection home, and you can’t wait to play that Beatles song you’ve been looking for days through your best speakers. We’re ecstatic too but hold off before removing that sleek disc from its case and putting the needle down. You must always clean the vinyl discs before playing them.
Clean Up Your Equipment
We discussed cleaning old records as well before playing them, but maybe even more crucial are the routine cleaning practices you must develop to preserve both records and the turntable’s very crucial stylus in peak condition. They will work more effectively and last longer as a result.
Store It Safely
Not only is it where you store the records vital for preservation, but it also gives you a chance to create something which will look really good.
Bonus Tip
In case you didn’t know, listening to vinyl through headphones is superb. The near proximity to the subtleties and dynamics of records—as well as any unexpected pops and clicks—is made possible by the compact listening environment. Grab a great set of headphones the next time you would like to properly explore a record.
There is no correct or incorrect method to starting a record collection. We simply advise you to enjoy the process and set your turntable to the proper setting while searching for your favorite records in your neighborhood record shop. Fortunately, this ought to be a simple and fruitful task, thanks to the available resources during this historic rebirth of vinyl.