Vinyl has been loved by millions all over the world for decades. Its unrivaled uniqueness, and indeed its nostalgia, has recently made way for a huge rise in vinyl sales. 4.1 million records were bought in 2017 alone, the highest annual number for 26 years. However, the problems that led to vinyl being replaced by […]
How To Transfer Vinyl Records To Digital Files Using Audacity (Free Software)
We love listening to our vinyl collection, but what do we do when we’re not at home? Or much, much worse, what if our precious vinyl records start to deteriorate? Of course, storing them properly and taking good care of them can help ensure they last a long time, but just in case, wouldn’t it […]
8 Tips For Storing Your Vinyl Records So They Last
Over 60 years have passed and billions of CD and digital sales have been recorded, but vinyl is still a firm fan favorite. If anything, we love it more now than ever. What’s not to love? For some of us, vinyls are collectibles. We become engrossed in its aesthetics, its artwork, its packaging. For others, […]
Differences Between Entry-Level Turntables And High-End Models
When looking for a turntable to buy the options can be overwhelming and the prices shocking. A high-end turntable can cost anywhere from 3 to 5 times more than an entry-level one, which makes you wonder if the differences are significant enough to warrant the extra investment. There are a lot of differences, but do they […]
Best Turntable Under $200 (Updated Jan 2019)
Now we’re getting somewhere. Unlike sub-hundred-dollar turntables, where you almost certainly have to sacrifice a feature (or several) that you really want, with the best record players under $200, you might be able to get everything you’d like. There are a lot of players in this price range, but most are not great. I’ve looked […]
Audio Technica AT-LP60 Review
The Audio Technica AT-LP60 is one of the simplest turntables we’ve reviewed.It is a fully automatic belt-driven turntable that just plays records and nothing else. But it does that far better than any other unit in this price range. In fact, it does it better than most turntables costing twice as much. To get such […]
Best Record Player Under $100 (Updated Jan 2019)
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 [Disclaimer: these players were priced under 100 at the time […]
Crosley Cruiser II CR8005C Portable Turntable Review
The Crosley CR8005C Cuiser II is the updated version of the best-selling Crosley Cruiser turntable. The main difference is that the Cruiser II can run off 6 AA batteries. Buyers have always been attracted by the small, lightweight and elegant suitcase design, but the ability to run on batteries takes portability to a new level. […]
How To Clean Vinyl Records Without Damaging Them
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 […]
Record Player Stand – Top 10 Tables (Updated Jan 2019)
So you’ve got a record player. Now where do you put it? On a record player stand, of course! But there’s a problem. A quick search reveals hundreds of options. Which ones are good and which ones are worthless? More importantly, which one among the hundreds is the perfect stand for you? Determining that will […]