Read more
Informationen zum Autor Dave Thompson has been writing about record collecting for 40 years, primarily for Goldmine magazine and the UK magazine Record Collector . He is the author of The Ultimate Guide to Vinyl and More and Goldmine's Essential Guide to Record Collecting . He is also the author of over 150 books on music and pop culture. Klappentext Not your grandpa's guide to vinylSure, records are groovy. They're even neato and far out. But they also deliver superior audio, collectible value, and a hobby that never goes out of style. Vinyl Record Collecting For Dummies teaches you what vinyl is all about, where to find a turntable and other gear, and how to identify a record's worth. Track down rare pressings, find buyers for unwanted records, and build a vinyl library your forefathers would envy. And, thanks to the insights inside, you can do it all without breaking the bank. Time to start spinning.Inside...* Choosing quality equipment* Starting your collection* History of record collecting* Proper vinyl storage and care* Collecting by artist or label* Finding hard-to-find records* Selling your records* Cleaning and repairing vinyl Zusammenfassung Get on the vinyl train and learn about this captivating hobbyVinyl Record Collecting For Dummies teaches you how to start a collection, grow your collection, and make that collection sound excellent. You'll learn how to shop for new, used, and rare records, and how to select the turntable that's right for you. Learn how to determine a record's value, build your collection on a budget, and properly store and maintain your records. This handy Dummies guide also gives you the background knowledge you'll need to hold your own in conversations with vinyl enthusiasts--all about music genres, the pros and cons of vinyl types, how records are made, and even the history of record collecting itself. Now you can start collecting rare records, new releases, and everything in between.* Learn the basics of buying records at record shops, secondhand stores, and online* Determine the value of your collection and learn how to recognize great deals* Select the turntable and sound system that are right for your needs* Explore the history of recorded music and learn why people are going wild for vinylThis is the perfect Dummies guide for anyone who's ready to get swept up in the excitement of collecting vinyl records, including beginners and seasoned collectors. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction 1 Part 1: For the Love of Vinyl 7 Chapter 1: A Brief History of Record Collecting 9 Chapter 2: Getting the Gear for Top-Notch Listening 37 Part 2: Picking a Record Apart 57 Chapter 3: All about the Album 59 Chapter 4: Identifying Unusual Pressings 91 Chapter 5: Pressing Matters 107 Chapter 6: Records Aren't Everything 133 Part 3: From Casual Listener to Collector 143 Chapter 7: From Casual Listening to Collector 145 Chapter 8: Let's Go Crate Digging 155 Chapter 9: Making a Smart Purchase 167 Chapter 10: Caring for Your Collection 187 Chapter 11: Making Room for More Records 207 Part 4: Collecting What You Like 215 Chapter 12: Seriously, Whatever You Like 217 Chapter 13: Collecting by Artist 247 Chapter 14: Collecting by Label 279 Part 5: The Part of Tens 295 Chapter 15: Something to Search For: Ten Legendary Bootlegs 297 Chapter 16: Ten of the World's Most Sought-After Albums and Their Sleeves 307 Index 319 ...
