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Sought After Vinyl Records: What Collectors Hunt For
Learn what makes vinyl records sought after, from withdrawn covers and test pressings to first pressings, and how to judge whether your own records might be valuable.
Collecting & Care
Collectible Value
4 guides, starting with Sought After Vinyl Records: What Collectors Hunt For.
Best Albums on Vinyl for Building Your Collection
Looking for the best albums on vinyl? Browse classic rock, pop, jazz, soul and hip-hop picks, plus tips on sound quality, pressings and starting a collection.
Vinyl Record Condition and Grading
Understand vinyl record condition and the Goldmine grading scale, including what VG and VG+ mean and how to inspect a record and its sleeve before buying or selling.
When Did Colored Vinyl Start? A Short History
Colored records are almost as old as the format. Learn when colored vinyl started, from maroon shellac 78s to RCA's 1949 color-coded 45s, and whether it is worth more.
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