I’ve always found cleaning records to be a hassle. But it’s something you need to do if you want to keep your record collection in good shape. But what’s the best way to clean them? Read 100 websites and you’ll learn 100 different methods. The truth is: the best way is to use a vinyl […]
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Good Record Player Brands (The Last One Will Surprise You)
Good record player brands does not mean expensive. In fact, many of the most expensive brands are quite overpriced. They charge a lot and justify the price by outfitting their turntables with gimmicks no one needs. The brands below are the ones that provide the best value. That said, I know we’ll get some heat […]
Worst Record Players (Avoid These Turntables To Preserve Your Albums)
One of the earliest articles on this site listed the best record players on the market. I wrote the original version of that almost 8 years ago. In all that time, I never thought to write one listing the worst record players. The truth is: it’s hard to write. There are so many terrible turntables […]
Turntable Buyer’s Guide (What To Look For When Buying Your First Record Player)
Buying your first record player can be intimidating. There are so many different models with so many different features. What features do you need? Which ones are useless? Salespeople can help, but can you trust them to have your best interests in mind, and not theirs? What you need is a complete turntable buyer’s guide. […]
Best Record Player Under $100 (What To Sacrifice At This Price?)
With a budget under $100, you’re going to have to make some sacrifices. Most turntables in this price range are severely lacking. But there are a few that are pretty good. We’ve narrowed them down to give you the 6 best record players under 100 dollars None of these players will satisfy a true audiophile. […]
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Vinyl Vs Digital Audio (Sound Quality And Other Factors Compared)
This article may be different from what you expect. Even though this is a site about vinyl record players, we’re not going to trash digital formats. We’re not even going to conclude that vinyl vs digital audio is better. Or worse. The truth is: both formats have major advantages. We’re going to take a close […]
Best Jazz Records On Vinyl (6 Masterpieces)
Jazz music and the vinyl format are a perfect match. More than any other genre, jazz really benefits from the unique vinyl sound. It enhances the sound of any good jazz album. Of course, this is most true for the best jazz records on vinyl. These are albums that are great on their own, but […]
Best Engineered Albums Of All Time (6 Incredible Records)
It is a rare occasion when everything comes together. Some albums have great music, but don’t sound the best. Others sound amazing, but the music itself leaves a lot to be desired. My choices for the best engineered albums of all time do both. I made sure to choose albums that not only feature incredible […]
Best Selling Vinyl Records Of All Time (6 Monster Albums)
I’ll admit, I was way off. I thought I had a good idea what the best selling vinyl records of all time might be. I was only right about two of them. Do you think you can guess more of them than I did? Go ahead and list the top 6, then keep reading below to […]
How To Play Vinyl Records Through Your Computer
Audiophiles may give you a hard time. But there are a number of good reasons you might want to lay your records through your computer. Luckily, it’s fairly easy to do. Once you know how to play vinyl record through a computer, you’ll be able to get it all set up in no time. Assuming […]
Vinyl Vs CD (Sound Quality And Other Factors Compared)
CDs once replaced vinyl as the predominant media for music. So they are obviously better, right? Well, no. Comparing vinyl vs CD makes it crystal clear that both have distinct advantages. Neither is better than the other overall. But one is almost always better than the other for each individual person. Which one is better […]
Vinyl Record Sizes & Speeds (Everything You Need To Know)
Let’s start by clearing up a common misconception. Vinyl record sizes are not the same as vinyl record speeds. They are related, but they are not equivalent. And they don’t always correspond with each other in the same way. This means that a certain record size does not always spin at the same speed. Two […]
How To Fix A Warped Record (4 Different Methods)
This probably won’t help you at this point. But the best way to fix a warped record is to not let it get warped in the first place. We’ll help you with that below. But first, we will show you exactly how to fix a warped record. In fact, we have four different methods for […]
How To Balance A Turntable Arm (Easy Step-By-Step Guide)
Is your record collection collecting dust instead of plays? That’s a common result when it just doesn’t work as well as it used to anymore. But why settle for that? If you know how to balance a tonearm, you can bring new life to your turntable. It is an often overlooked, but critical, step in […]
How To Clean A Record Player (Easy Step-By-Step Guide)
Is your record player sounding scratchy or skipping tracks? Don’t toss it out just yet. A simple deep clean could be all it needs to start spinning smoothly again. I won’t lie. It is a bit of work. But once you know how to clean a record player the right way and you’ve done it […]