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Best Intro to Post-Punk Albums on Vinyl: 17 Records That Explain the Genre
Aug 19, 2026

Best Intro to Post-Punk Albums on Vinyl: 17 Records That Explain the Genre

Start your post-punk vinyl collection with 17 essential albums, from Joy Division and Gang of Four to Talking Heads, the Slits, Wire, and Siouxsie.

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Where to Start with Jazz Vinyl: A Guide
Aug 19, 2026

Where to Start with Jazz Vinyl: A Guide

Where to start with jazz vinyl: beginner-friendly albums, pressing advice, reissue tips, and a practical first-ten jazz record shopping list.

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Shoegaze Albums for Beginners on Vinyl
Aug 18, 2026

Shoegaze Albums for Beginners on Vinyl

A beginner-friendly vinyl collector guide to essential shoegaze albums, from Loveless and Souvlaki to Nowhere, Spooky, Mezcal Head, and more.

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Best Debut Albums of the 2010s on Vinyl: 18 First Statements Worth Owning
Aug 16, 2026

Best Debut Albums of the 2010s on Vinyl: 18 First Statements Worth Owning

A collector-focused guide to the best debut albums of the 2010s on vinyl, with 18 essential first statements, cover art, pressing notes, and buying advice.

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Best Albums of the 2000s for Vinyl Lovers
Aug 16, 2026

Best Albums of the 2000s for Vinyl Lovers

A collector-focused guide to the best albums 2000s vinyl buyers should know, with pressing notes, cover art, context, and first-purchase picks.

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Best Slipmats for Turntables: Performance and Style
Aug 15, 2026

Best Slipmats for Turntables: Performance and Style

Compare the best slipmats for turntables: felt, cork, rubber, leather, acrylic, and cork-rubber options for sound, static, DJ use, and style.

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Vinyl vs Streaming: Which Audio Quality Is Better?
Aug 13, 2026

Vinyl vs Streaming: Which Audio Quality Is Better?

Vinyl vs streaming audio quality compared: lossless specs, vinyl limits, mastering differences, and which format sounds better for collectors.

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Best Turntables Under $300: A Comparison for New Vinyl Collectors
Aug 13, 2026

Best Turntables Under $300: A Comparison for New Vinyl Collectors

A practical comparison of the best budget turntables under $300, including Audio-Technica, U-Turn, Fluance, and Sony options for new vinyl collectors.

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How to Organize Vinyl Records in Small Spaces
Aug 11, 2026 | What's Spinning

How to Organize Vinyl Records in Small Spaces

A practical guide to organizing vinyl records in small spaces, with storage layouts, shelf weight facts, crate systems, and FAQ answers for apartment collectors.

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How to Store Vinyl Records in a Small Apartment
Aug 11, 2026

How to Store Vinyl Records in a Small Apartment

Learn how to store vinyl records in a small apartment with safe shelving, smart zones, compact bins, humidity control, and collector-friendly organization.

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How to Clean Vinyl Records at Home Safely
Aug 10, 2026

How to Clean Vinyl Records at Home Safely

Learn how to clean vinyl records at home safely with dry brushing, wet cleaning, distilled-water rinsing, proper drying, and storage tips.

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Best 90s Alternative Albums on Vinyl: 18 Essential Records for Collectors
Aug 09, 2026

Best 90s Alternative Albums on Vinyl: 18 Essential Records for Collectors

A collector-focused guide to the best 90s alternative albums on vinyl, from Nirvana and Pearl Jam to Radiohead, Portishead, Slowdive, Liz Phair, and The Breeders.

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