Different mixes of tracks on singles – 18 mix types explained
What are all those different mixes of tracks on singles? 18 common mix types explained, so you know what to expect from your new purchases!
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Flexidiscs – what are they, and just how bad do they sound?
Flexidiscs? What are they? How do you play them? And what do they sound like? Read on to learn about this economical, lo-fi alternative to vinyl.
AAD? ADD? DDD? What are SPARS codes?
AAD? ADD? DDD? What are these weird codes on my CDs? Learn what SPARS codes are, and if your CDs are purely digital creations – or not!
Picture discs – how they’re made, and do they really sound terrible?
Picture discs: How are they made? Are they purely for looking at, or can you actually play them? And what do they sound like? OK, poor or terrible?
Coloured vinyl records – how they’re made, sound quality and value
How are coloured vinyl records made? What’s their sound quality like compared to black vinyl? And are they collectable, and therefore valuable?
How much are vinyl records worth? – Are you sitting on a goldmine?
How much are vinyl records worth? Are you sitting on a goldmine, or a pile of junk? When you’ve read this article, you’ll know how to find out!
How vinyl records are made – a tale of masters, stampers, fathers, mothers and biscuits
Wondering how vinyl records are made, and what all those masters, stampers, fathers, mothers and biscuits have got to do with anything? Read on!
Promos – what they are, how to identify them and whether you’ll get in trouble for buying them?!
What’s a promo? Is it the same as a white label? How do you identify promos? And will the police batter your door down if you buy one?!
Record fairs – a great chance to help build an amazing collection!
Learn what record fairs are, where to find them and what you and your soon-to-be-empty wallet or purse can expect to find once you’re there.
PDO CD bronzing – are yours affected, and can you stop it destroying your CDs?
What is CD bronzing? Which CDs are affected? Any of yours? And more importantly, can you stop it destroying your cherished CDs?