There’s no shortage of snobbery in the record collecting hobby, which can leave some newcomers afraid to ask what they might see as a “silly question”. But you know what!? There are no silly questions. In a bid to break down some of the elitism and continue to make this hobby viable into the future, let’s open the conversation on … Read More
Fixing Annoying Undersized Record Spindle Holes
If you collect a lot of records, you’ll occasionally come across a record with a spindle hole that’s too small. When the spindle hole is too small, it can make getting the recording on and off the turntable quite precarious. In severe cases, it can hug the spindle of your turntable so tightly that you’ll need to apply significant pressure … Read More
Rega Planar 2/Nd3 Review – Sweet Spot Affordable Turntable?
Can Rega’s new Nd3 moving magnet phono cartridge elevate a much-loved classic to new heights? The Planar 2 is a stepping-stone option between Rega’s affordable Planar 1 and its multi-award-winning Planar 3. Pros Cons Open, natural sound Molded phono cable output Superbly built & engineered A little reserved in the mid-range Impressive soundstage at this price Pricey if you’re in … Read More
Top 20 Albums of the 90s – Essential Listening from a Defining Decade
Largely taking place before the widespread use of the internet, the 90s was arguably the last great decade when you can easily associate the time with distinct musical movements on a national and international scale. From the sound of grunge that helped mark the a distinct move away from the hair metal of the 1980s to to hip-hop’s golden age … Read More
Music Doesn’t Define Generations Anymore: Why the 90s was the Last Great Decade
I recently watched a video by Rick Beato, where he talks about how music became worthless. In essence, he holds up a Led Zeppelin record and expresses how, back in the day, if he wanted to buy it, he’d have to get off his backside, do some work and save up the money. His point being, (among other things) that … Read More
Top Vinyl Record Accessories Every Enthusiast Should Own
The Best Accessories for Vinyl Records: Start getting more from your setup today with these essential tools for record collectors. One great aspect of vinyl record collecting is the countless improvements and upgrades you can make to build and improve on any setup. No matter how much you spent on your deck, there are numerous vinyl record accessories that can … Read More
How to Clean Vinyl Records by Hand
In an ideal world, we’d all be able to clean vinyl records with a fancy, purpose-built device, such as a vinyl vacuum system or an ultrasonic cleaning setup. Unfortunately, many of these advanced cleaning methods are either cost-prohibitive or impractical for the average vinyl record collector. Consequently, many of us must settle for good old fashioned hand cleaning. If a … Read More
Albums for Autumn – Five Cozy Records for Fall
As the seasons change, so does our desire for music, food, drink, and many other pleasures that make life worth living. As spring passes to summer and summer to autumn (or fall, depending on where you live), we’re encouraged into a state of reflection that reminds us of our own humanity. Put more eloquently, in the words of Yoko Ono: … Read More
Win a Fluance RT81+ Turntable – Celebrating 25 Years
To celebrate their 25th anniversary, we’ve teamed up with Fluance to give ONE lucky grand prize winner a chance to win a high-fidelity RT81+ elite turntable. We reviewed the Fluance RT81+ last year and found it to be one of the best affordable turntables on the market. The grand prize is worth $299 in total VIEW PRODUCT How to Enter: … Read More
Best Classic Rock Albums to Own on Vinyl
The best classic rock albums to own on vinyl from The Beatles to AC/DC and everything in between.