Vinyl records offer a richer sound than the digital formats most people use to listen to music these days. But you’ll only get that kind of sound quality if your vinyl record collection is clean.

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are various reasons why vinyl records sell better than CDs these days, but the fact remains that with a good turntable, vinyl's often ...

As fun as collecting records can be, vinyl is a finicky medium. Records can get warped and worn down, and they attract dust (so much dust). The best value for vinyl is often buying used, but between ...

Whether you recently acquired a load of dusty vintage vinyl from your grandparents' musty basement or have been meticulously collecting for years, it's important to keep your records clean. Yes, it's ...

Looking to preserve your records for a lifetime of listening? A quality record cleaning brush is the first step. Here are our top picks that are definitely worth trying. Some might “bristle” at the ...

Stockpiling digital saves on music streaming services might seem like the best, most convenient approach to enjoying music today. But to many, collecting humble vinyl records remains a stubborn act of ...

Tue, July 8, 2025 at 10:00 PM UTC That record was in great shape for 1973, but it needed to be cleaned — as do many old records. These days, some new ones do, too: A combination of falling quality ...