February 2023 - Proaudio Newsletter - Sound Press

Keep on Spinning: Caring for Your Vinyl Collection

With the resurgence of vinyl in recent years, record sales are on the rise as music lovers across the world eagerly build their collections. As record lovers embrace vinyl, they also know that it takes more than keeping your record in its sleeve to ensure your growing collection stays in mint condition. Cleaning Vinyl AT6012 Record Care KitPlaying a vinyl covered in dust and grime will ultimately damage the vinyl and negatively impact the sound quality in the long run. This is important to keep in mind when purchasing vintage vinyl that may have been mishandled by a previous owner. In order to extend the life of your records and styli it’s best to properly clean them. The AT6012 Record Care Kit will help keep your records looking and sounding their best. The kit comes with a cleaning solution that is scientifically designed to gently remove dust, dissolve fingerprints, and eliminate static electricity. Cleaning is not a cure all, however. Cleaning cannot repair damaged records, unfortunately sometimes the vinyl is too damaged to salvage. Cleaning the Stylus audio-technica stylusRegardless of how well you clean your vinyl, your turntable’s stylus will pick up bits of dust during play. This accumulation of dust is often visible to the naked eye. Make sure to remove this build up before playing a record, as the stylus won’t rest properly on your record’s grooves, leading to skipping.

Read on as we explore how you can keep your vinyl spinning for years to come.

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