Wax Treasure (Vinyl)
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Do you guys keep your records in plastic covers?
I don't. I like the cardboard touch of the covers, the unrestricted view on the artwork and I don't care for the 'preciousness' of my collection (but also don't have many rare ones).
But if you do, you probably have good reasons. Please let me know.
si tacuisses
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@endo I don't usually keep the thicker plastic folders some records come in, but I do keep them in shrink wrap wherever possible. Not because of rarity or value as I don't have any particularly valuable records or ever plan to sell my collection anyway. It's just a simple case of OCD for me
Edit: and after typing that out and thinking about it I don't even know what I'm expecting from the shrink wrap so it's probably just more habit than anything!
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@endo yes, it avoids ring wear and damage to the covers. They’ve all been cleaned too.
It does take up more space than having them in the cardboard sleeves though.
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@endo - no, but i store and handle them very carefully. i have vinyls i bought 35 years ago that are still immaculate, even without plastic cover. there are couple of japanese editions i have that came with a bit firmer plastic that doesnt bunch or tear easily, those i kept.
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@endo I do on every record that comes into my collection
A majority of what I own aren't valuable first pressings (although they all have value to me)
When i get a record new, or previously owned, i always clean it, put it in a static free inner sleeve and put a brand new plastic cover on it.
This process is partly psychological for me - i find that if i take the time to go through this ritual before something gets to be on my shelf I end up treating my records with more care in general.
Obviousely it also helps me to prevent wear and tear on both the vinyl itself and the sleeve
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@endo I do. Obviously to help protect the record jacket but the biggest reason is being able to access the record itself a lot easier. I store it behind the record jacket so I don't have to fidget with opening the jacket at all. I have some really old records, and not needing to access the jacket so much helps ease the natural breakdown of the sleeve.
Anytime I want to enjoy the jacket, I just slide it out the record sleeve. Plus, I found it easier to slide in and out the shelf for some reason than the ones without a sleeve.
I'm as ugly as you
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@endo I was going to chime in but @GraemeE 's answer is pretty much mine too. The only thing I'd add is that I get peace of mind from knowing I've done what I can to take care of something I value. I'm always so amazed when I get a 60s or 70s pressing (usually from Japan) that is in immaculate condition and I enjoy being part of that cycle.
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@endo said in Wax Treasure (Vinyl):
inally got hold of one of my grails (1977 UK pressing)
I'm listening to it on Amazon Music. The "2004 remastered edition", which surely is such an anti-punk concept, it makes me giggle.
"OK face up to it - you're useless but generally pretty honest and straightforward . . . it's a rare combination of qualities that I have come to admire in you" - Geo 2011
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@J-IV said in Wax Treasure (Vinyl):
I store it behind the record jacket so I don't have to fidget with opening the jacket at all
Same here with my older records
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@J-IV said in Wax Treasure (Vinyl):
I store it behind the record jacket so I don't have to fidget with opening the jacket at all.
that makes sense
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@GraemeE timeless record
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@GraemeE my bad, how could I forgot. lol
From my experience, the OG African stuff I find that I can afford are usually torched. As long as it doesn't skip, I'm usually all for it. Hope that things plays great!
Speaking of - anyone eyeing anything for RSD 2025?
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@endo said in Wax Treasure (Vinyl):
@Giles said in Wax Treasure (Vinyl):
@Giles if you like it, have a look at this documentary:
I def will - thx
