{"id":423527,"date":"2022-03-29T18:23:52","date_gmt":"2022-03-29T15:23:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.buradabiliyorum.com\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/"},"modified":"2022-03-29T18:23:52","modified_gmt":"2022-03-29T15:23:52","slug":"how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/","title":{"rendered":"#How Are Vinyl Records Made? \u2013 Review Geek"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3845a07dfef\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #dd3333;color:#dd3333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a3845a07dfef\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#%E2%80%9CHow_Are_Vinyl_Records_Made_%E2%80%93_Review_Geek%E2%80%9D\" >&#8220;How Are Vinyl Records Made? \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#Optimization_and_Preparation\" >Optimization and Preparation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#Creating_the_Master_Disc\" >Creating the Master Disc<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#Imprinting_Music_Onto_the_Master_Disc\" >Imprinting Music Onto the Master Disc<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#Creating_the_Stamper\" >Creating the Stamper<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#Pressing_the_Actual_Vinyl\" >Pressing the Actual Vinyl<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#Test_Pressings_Quality_Assurance\" >Test Pressings &amp; Quality Assurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#Packaging_Distribution\" >Packaging &amp; Distribution<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/buradabiliyorum.com\/en\/how-are-vinyl-records-made-review-geek\/#So_Now_That_You_Know_%E2%80%A6\" >So Now That You Know \u2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%9CHow_Are_Vinyl_Records_Made_%E2%80%93_Review_Geek%E2%80%9D\"><\/span>&#8220;How Are Vinyl Records Made? \u2013 Review Geek&#8221;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<div id=\"article-content-area\">\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"type:primaryImage wp-image-112321 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cc968488.png?width=400 400w, https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cc968488.png?width=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, 400w, 1200w\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/03\/cc968488.png?width=1200\" alt=\"The Vinyl Factory, Record in the press\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/vinyl-factory-record-press-1387621409\" data-credittext=\"Stock Rocket\/Shutterstock.com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"type:primaryImage imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/vinyl-factory-record-press-1387621409\">Stock Rocket\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Anyone who has had the pleasure of listening to music on a vinyl record knows how wonderful the iconic medium sounds, but few actually know how records are made. Surprisingly, it\u2019s quite an intricate process\u2014and an interesting one at that! Let\u2019s take a peek behind the curtain.<\/p>\n<p>Those unfamiliar with the process might be surprised to learn all that goes into making a single vinyl record. On the other hand, serious vinyl enthusiasts know how critical each step is; every part of the process can significantly affect a record\u2019s quality. So here\u2019s\u00a0a step-by-step look at how 12-inch LP records\u2014the most common\u2014are made.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Optimization_and_Preparation\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_0\">Optimization and Preparation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Believe it or not, the roots of the record creation process take hold long before heading to a vinyl pressing facility. This process actually begins in the hands of the mastering engineer the band or artist is working with.<\/p>\n<p>This sound engineer (or sometimes, a team of engineers) will take the digital studio recording files created by the musician and prepare them for transfer to vinyl. They will ensure that tracks are properly optimized for vinyl by running them through several steps, including ensuring that tonality and levels (and other <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/hub.yamaha.com\/author\/pete-lyman\/\">high-level details<\/a>) are consistent song-to-song.<\/p>\n<p>Engineers also work with the musician and producer to determine an album\u2019s song cover, as each side of a record can only hold about 20-30 minutes\u2019 worth of audio. Together, the group will figure out the final order of the songs, evenly splitting them across the two sides of the record. This is all further complicated by the fact that <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/hub.yamaha.com\/audio\/vinyl\/how-a-vinyl-record-is-made\/\">sonic resolution is gradually diminished<\/a> the closer to the center of the vinyl you get, affecting the sampling rate and overall fidelity.<\/p>\n<p>The mastering process is one that\u2019s incredibly complex\u2014so much so that we don\u2019t have nearly enough time or space to dive into it here and do it justice\u2014but it can make or break a record long before it debuts on your favorite streaming music service or becomes a vinyl record. So much has to line up just right before an artist\u2019s music ever makes it to the vinyl press. Speaking of which \u2026<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creating_the_Master_Disc\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_1\">Creating the Master Disc<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>After the digital files are prepared, the next step is to get them onto the Master Disc, also called the Lacquer Master. As you\u2019ve likely assumed from the name, this is the primary disc all of the individual copies will be made from.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-112455 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/03\/100ac744.png\" alt=\"Vinyl record pressing machine in action, Making metal stamper for the press in a vinyl factory\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/vinyl-record-pressing-machine-action-making-2015475452\" data-credittext=\"MyStockVideo\/Shutterstock.com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/vinyl-record-pressing-machine-action-making-2015475452\">MyStockVideo\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Master discs have aluminum cores that are sanded down to be as smooth as possible; this process also gets rid of dust, scratches, and anything else that might impact the record\u2019s sound. This process is absolutely critical when it comes to creating a high-quality record.<\/p>\n<p>From there, the aluminum is covered in a thick coat of nitrocellulose lacquer, left to dry, then put through a rigorous inspection. Any excess nitro lacquer will be removed and reused later. If a lacquer master fails (which isn\u2019t uncommon), it\u2019s back to square one until a viable master is produced. Once a master is approved, however, the engineer then punches a hole in the center and packs it onto a spindle along with any requested duplicates for backup, each separated by protective strips.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Imprinting_Music_Onto_the_Master_Disc\"><\/span>Imprinting Music Onto the Master Disc<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now it\u2019s time for the cool part\u2014imprinting the music onto the master disc! First, the disc is placed on the cutting lathe; you\u2019ll typically also see a sapphire-tipped carving stylus (or one made with a comparable material, like diamond) in this setup, as well as a microscope and a vacuum stick. Next, the engineer does a test cut at the edge and inspects it for flaws with the microscope.<\/p>\n<p>If everything looks good, the actual continual-groove recording is then imprinted, starting with the outer edge and working toward the record\u2019s center. Remember those digital files the mastering engineer worked so hard on? Yep, those digital files are sent to the cutting lathe, which, in turn, converts the sound waves in real-time into vibrations that the lathe carves into the master disc\u2019s grooves.<\/p>\n<p>The entire process is (obviously) closely monitored by a cutting engineer who will also manually create the spaces in between each of the songs on the album. The master disc then goes through another round of inspections and must pass before moving on to the next step.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Creating_the_Stamper\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_3\">Creating the Stamper<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019re not off to creating the individual pressings yet\u2014there\u2019s still one more disc that needs to be created. This disc, called the stamper, is made from the master disc and the one that\u2019ll be used to stamp the grooves onto the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/73425\/the-best-places-to-buy-vinyl-records-online\/\">vinyl copies we buy in stores. Depending on how many copies are ordered, multiple stamper records may need to be created, as they wear down over time; typically, one stamper disc is used for every thousand records produced.<\/p>\n<p>Unsurprisingly, the process for creating stamper discs is just as complex as it is for creating the lacquer master, if not moreso. Once the master disc has the music files imprinted onto it, it\u2019s washed to remove any new debris, sprayed with liquid silver, washed again to remove excess silver, then sprayed with tin chloride.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-112457 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/03\/8345b224.png\" alt=\"Vinyl record factory: Removing metal layer from the lacquer creating a metal stamper to press from.\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/vinyl-record-factory-removing-metal-layer-2015475410\" data-credittext=\"MyStockVideo\/Shutterstock.com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/vinyl-record-factory-removing-metal-layer-2015475410\">MyStockVideo\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>From there, the master enters the electroforming process (also called electroplating), in which it is submerged in a nickel bath. This part is key, as the nickel creeps into every groove on either side of the disc and bonds to it by an electrical charge. The nickel siding is then removed, and you\u2019re left with two discs\u2014the master disc and the newly-formed electroplated disc, called the \u201cFather\u201d disc. What\u2019s noteworthy is that the Father disc sports upward ridges instead of the carved grooves of the master\u2014this is the disc \u201ctemplate\u201d that\u2019ll be used to stamp that particular album\u2019s copies.<\/p>\n<p>The electroplating process is then repeated, this time with the Father disc, to create a \u201cMother\u201d disc, which has grooves just like the lacquer master does. Mother discs are used to create the stamper discs, which are what\u2019s used to create individual vinyl records, aka the final product. Of course, final stampers get the center hole punch for processing and have excess material trimmed off before they officially hit the press.<\/p>\n<p>Naturally, both Father and Mother discs undergo quality inspections, and additional stampers can be created from the Mother disc as needed. This three-step process is typical for larger runs. If it\u2019s for a small release, however, this process is often reduced to just one step, wherein a stamper is made directly from the master. This stamper is usually only good for a few hundred records.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pressing_the_Actual_Vinyl\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_4\">Pressing the Actual Vinyl<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With the stamper ready to go, it\u2019s time to bust out the vinyl \u2026 literally. Individual records start off as polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pellets. These are transparent by default, but you can add colorant to create the traditional black vinyl records or a more unique and colorful pressing.<\/p>\n<p>A portion of these vinyl pellets, which weighs about 160 grams (though it can range anywhere from 120-200 grams), gets melted at about 320 degrees Fahrenheit and squeezed into a blob, usually called a puck, cake, or biscuit. As a side note, there is <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.fluance.com\/180-gram-vinyl\">some debate<\/a> within the vinyl community over 180-gram pressings (often dubbed \u201caudiophile-grade\u201d) and whether or not they are better than the \u201cstandard\u201d 120-140 gram pressings, thanks to their heftier weight.<\/p>\n<p>Once a vinyl puck is formed and sat on the hydraulic press, the stampers are then placed on either side of it, like two pieces of bread on a sandwich. Before the actual pressing happens, the album label is centered onto the puck. It\u2019s interesting to note that labels aren\u2019t actually glued onto the record after it\u2019s pressed\u2014they\u2019re squished into the place by pressure. Furthermore, they are baked beforehand at about 250 degrees Fahrenheit to remove any moisture and prevent bubbling.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-112459 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/03\/7ac587c3.png\" alt=\"Making music record, vinyl factory\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/making-music-record-vinyl-factory-1387620740\" data-credittext=\"Stock Rocket\/Shutterstock.com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/making-music-record-vinyl-factory-1387620740\">Stock Rocket\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Then the pressing commences! The two stampers come together at about 2,000 PSI (that\u2019s about the level of pressure medium-duty pressure washers use for cleaning). Initially, the press reaches 300 degrees Fahrenheit, but then the vinyl is cooled to a mere 100 degrees. During this process, the stamper ridges push into the hot malleable vinyl to create the grooves; the label is also squashed into place here. After, a separate machine makes a quick pass to remove excess vinyl, often reused for future records.<\/p>\n<p>Once cooled, the record is popped out and lands on a spindle. The pressing takes 30 seconds a pop and is hands-down the fastest part of the entire process.<\/p>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Test_Pressings_Quality_Assurance\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_5\">Test Pressings &amp; Quality Assurance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>During each batch of pressings, a quality assurance check is performed. A few random albums are created and played by an employee\u2014called test pressings\u2014to ensure there aren\u2019t any significant problems and that everything sounds good. Test pressings also get shipped to the artist, producer, and music label for approval.<\/p>\n<p>The approval process is different for every album and artist. Depending on the vinyl press company (and likely a slew of other circumstances), a digital copy of the randomly-selected albums can also be created and emailed to save some time, but this isn\u2019t ideal. Once everything is approved, the newly-created records are green-lit for mass production.<\/p>\n<figure style=\"width: 1920px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-112461 size-full\" data-pagespeed-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/p\/uploads\/2022\/03\/a2b6b674.png\" alt=\"grooves of a vinyl 33 rpm LP stereo record\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" data-crediturl=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/grooves-vinyl-33-rpm-lp-stereo-172766303\" data-credittext=\"Michal Chmurski\/Shutterstock..com\" src=\"\/pagespeed_static\/1.JiBnMqyl6S.gif\" onload=\"pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\" onerror=\"this.onerror=null;pagespeed.lazyLoadImages.loadIfVisibleAndMaybeBeacon(this);\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span class=\"imagecredit\"><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/grooves-vinyl-33-rpm-lp-stereo-172766303\">Michal Chmurski\/Shutterstock..com<\/a><\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Packaging_Distribution\"><\/span>Packaging &amp; Distribution<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here were are, at the final step in this incredible process! Pressed records are placed manually into their inner sleeves and outer album cover. This process doubles as yet another quality checkpoint and ensures that the final product isn\u2019t scratched, dropped, bent, or otherwise damaged before it gets to you.<\/p>\n<p>Once in their cover, the records are sent through a shrink wrap machine, boxed up, and shipped to the music stores. Voila!<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<h2 role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"So_Now_That_You_Know_%E2%80%A6\"><\/span><a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" name=\"autotoc_anchor_7\">So Now That You Know \u2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve explored the creation process\u2014right from when the band or artist finishes recording and hands over the digital files to the mastering engineer to getting the final product packaged and ready for distribution\u2014it\u2019s time for you to pick up some vinyl for your collection. We found plenty of <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reviewgeek.com\/73425\/the-best-places-to-buy-vinyl-records-online\/\">online record stores with tons of selection, as well as a handful of cool vinyl subscription boxes that\u2019ll deliver new music to your doorstep each month.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re new to the wonderful world of vinyl\u00a0like I am, you\u2019ll probably also want to purchase a beginner-friendly turntable and some over-ear headphones to get started with. If you\u2019ve already started building a healthy vinyl collection, here\u2019s how to keep your records clean.\u00a0The more you know, right?\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script>\nsetTimeout(function(){\n  !function(f,b,e,v,n,t,s)\n  {if(f.fbq)return;n=f.fbq=function(){n.callMethod?\n  n.callMethod.apply(n,arguments):n.queue.push(arguments)};\n  if(!f._fbq)f._fbq=n;n.push=n;n.loaded=!0;n.version='2.0';\n  n.queue=[];t=b.createElement(e);t.async=!0;\n  t.src=v;s=b.getElementsByTagName(e)[0];\n  s.parentNode.insertBefore(t,s)}(window, document,'script',\n  'https:\/\/connect.facebook.net\/en_US\/fbevents.js');\n  fbq('init', '1137093656460433');\n  fbq('track', 'PageView');\n  },3000);\n<\/script><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong><span style=\"color: #ff6600;\">If you liked the article, do not forget to share it with your friends. 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Surprisingly, it\u2019s quite an intricate process\u2014and an interesting one at that! 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