So you're a record collector and you think you have everything you need? Or you have a friend who you know loves collecting vinyl but you don't know what to get them that they wouldn't already have?
Here are some ideas that aren't always essential,...
Be honest. How long did you listen to that record wondering why their voice was so low? My record time: the entire side of The Lion King on Broadway side A. I knew something sounded weird but was too busy to think that my 12" record needed to be play...
PLAY AT 45 RPM Stickers - Sheet of 10
A better slipmat will help with improve audio and reduce static buildup.
I love the white slipmats because it makes my transparent, translucent and marbled pressings shine than any other darker cork or felt mats
It's especially a must-have if your...
White Acrylic Slip Mat
This six pack of slender, clear, floating shelves are great for displaying your vinyl records on your wall.
They're set far enough on the wall that your records won't fall, but close enough on the wall to simply display your album covers like art. B...
Clear Minimalist Vinyl Record Shelves
If you don't want the near-invisible plastic ones, and your room gives off more of a vintage vibe, then these are great.
The shelves become part of the art installation, and are made of Pinewood with a Walnut stain finish.
Wood Vinyl Wall Shelves
Vertical dividers are great for those who keep their records organized on shelves or square cubbies with the spine facing out.
Horizontal dividers are great for those who keep their records in flip-through crates like at a record store.
The label...
Vinyl Record Dividers (choice of vertical or horizontal)
A great coffee table book for any record collector.
It's a great conversation starter.
It's a great vinyl record bucket list, or a way to discover new albums you've never listened to.
And it's a great way to segway into talking about your record...
1000 Record Covers - Hardcover Book
Another great coffee table addition with microdoses of music history!
Rolling Stone: The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time
If your friend loves vinyl and drinks, this is the book.
It's got an eye-catching cover, and is full of iconic records, their history, and a recipe for a mixed drink pairing to sip on while listening.
Booze & Vinyl: Guide to Music & Drinks
Something classy to compliment the album art of the record you're spinning. Album covers are art and deserve to be treated as such!
This one still looks good when you're not spinning a record!
Now Playing Vinyl Record Stand
Are you just carrying your records in your arm while you're shopping? Digging through crates is a two-handed work, let's free those hands up so you can keep easily finding those gems.
Vinyl Canvas Tote Bag
These are designed to keep your records safe and from falling. They're easy to install and it's simple to swap out records.
Bonus: you can pick whatever color you want!
Vinyl Record Disc Wall Mount
This versatile record stand can be used to display a record cover on the wall, with or without the record disc, and it can be used as a "Now Playing" stand on your tabletop!
Versatile Vinyl Record & Album Cover Display
A fun little set of six coasters to complement your drinks and your love for records!
Comes with a really cool turntable holder, too!