Vinyl care

Vinyl Record Care for DJs: From Crate Digging to Your Next Set
Prepare your records before the gig, keep the booth routine simple, and reset your crate after the set with this DJ-focused record-care guide. Read more...
Vacuum Record Cleaning vs. Dry Brushing: What Each Method Does
Dry brushing and vacuum extraction have different jobs. See how to combine quick dust removal with a more deliberate wet-cleaning routine. Read more...
How to Clean Vinyl Records: A Practical Guide for DJs and Collectors
A favorite album and a record pulled for tonight’s set deserve the same thing: a clean playing surface. For everyday care, start by removing loose dust. When a vinyl record needs a wet clean, use a suitable record-cleaning fluid, remove the used liquid, and let both sides dry completely before playback. This guide covers ordinary vinyl LPs and 12-inch singles. Shellac, lacquer, damaged, and mold-contaminated discs need a different assessment; don’t assume the same fluid or cleaning method is appropriate. Start with the record, not the cleaning bottle Look at... Read more...