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How to read a record's condition grade before you buy

Keeping records pristine: a guide to vinyl storage

Why 180g doesn't mean better sound

The beginner turntable guide, 2026 edition

How to grade records like a dealer

About our guides coverage

Our guides are written to be the last page you need on a subject. Every recommendation is something we'd buy ourselves, every step is one we've actually done, and nothing is padded to rank. Start with the beginner turntable guide if you're new; the pressing and sound-quality explainers go deeper once the basics are in place.