A vinyl hoarder’s list of items that are important to the hobby and some additional recommendations.
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Record Care
Music
Storage Consoles
Turntables
Accessories
Record Care
If you’ve started to collect vinyl, you should have some idea of how to care and store for them so you can enjoy them for years. Here are some lower cost items to help achieve this.
This kit is perfect for cleaning records. I use the velvet brush to clean brand new records and before every listen to make sure there isn’t a lot of dust and debris on the disc.
Boundless Audio: Premium Record Care Products
I encourage anyone getting into vinyl to educate themselves on the different cartridges and needle styles there are, it is the singular item that can make a large difference in your setup.
Audio Technica AT-VM95ML Microlinear Stylus
I cannot stress enough how amazing this mat is, especially when setting up your cartridge and needle. Plus, having a white mat means the colors will pop on the colorful discs!
Hudson Hi-Fi Turntable Mat w/ Alignment Tool
This is a step up from the cleaning brushes. It uses a cleaning solution in a reservoir to remove debris. It’s great for deep cleaning records that have been in your collection for a while, or if you got bought some old records that are very dusty an...
Spin-Clean Record Washer Kit
So durable and can fit my big 4 lps!
Outer Sleeves
Music
A few of my personal favorite vinyl records that are collection worthy.
This album was made for vinyl. It is a must have for your collection, plain and simple.
folklore
This album is so perfect for cozy winter nights, it’s on repeat during the holidays.
A Charlie Brown Christmas [2024 Picture Disc] [Barnes & Noble Exclusive]
Sister album to folklore, this album sounds amazing on vinyl. This is perfect to put on your turntable during a rainy or snowy day.
Evermore
Storage Consoles
Martin Record Player Display Side Table: Perfect for just getting started with vinyl or those with small collections!
Urban Outfitters
Perfect for those smaller 7-inch singles!
Vinyl Storage Solution Wood/Brass
I love this console because of how low it sits and the circular bases. Comes in two colors.
Clara Low Media Storage Console
I’m a sucker for this record rack!! How adorable is this snail shape??
Snail Shaped Vinyl Storage Rack
I love that these are stackable, so you can add on as your collection expands!
Vinyl LP Record Storage Crate - Stackable
These dividers take organizing to the next level, and make it faster to find what record you are looking for!
Vinyl Record Dividers, A to Z
Turntables
If you have a suitcase record player already, here are some ideas for upgrading in the future.
Audio Technica is a very reputable brand with high quality turntables. Highly recommend!
AT-LP120-USB
Pro-Ject Turntables are very high quality if you want to graduate to another level in the turntable pyramid.
Pro-Ject: Debut Carbon EVO Turntable - High Gloss White
Accessories
This is such a unique addition to your turntable setup!
