How-To Guides

Vinyl collecting tips and tutorials

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The Beginner's Guide to Vinyl Collecting

Everything you need to start collecting vinyl records. From buying your first turntable to building a collection you're proud of.

The unwritten rules of record store etiquette. How to dig through bins, talk to staff, and not be that person everyone hates.

Learn the Goldmine grading system for vinyl records. Accurately grade your collection for selling, buying, or insurance.

Record store guides by city

Featured record store profiles

RSD releases, guides, and coverage

Vinyl industry news and updates

Best albums, covers, and rankings

Answering collector questions

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