In the wake of Record Store Day 2024 on Saturday, April 20th, vinyl fans are drowning in exclusive releases. Outside of events, pop-ups, and discounts, RSD record releases are one of the biggest and most anticipated parts of the holiday. In fact, Record Store Day releases have become so popular that some critics have complained that the practice disrupts the vinyl chain of production. This isn’t too surprising, as the list of exclusive releases this year features a whopping 387 titles.
With Record Store Day 2024 right around the corner, the topic of vinyl storage and care couldn’t be more important. Vinyl isn’t just about playing vinyl; it’s also about collecting and preserving pieces of history. Vinyl collecting is a hobby that requires a bit of love and care — some people have been preserving their records for decades, and keeping a record in good condition for that long takes a bit of know-how. If you’re looking to buy some records on Record Store Day this year, make sure you know how to properly store and care for them, so you can enjoy them for years to come.
As part of this year’s Record Store Day festivities, a number of our frontline turntables are up to 20% off — including the limited edition PrecisionDeck, a spectacular collaboration with Mobile Fidelity and Fender. This piece is a true tribute to some of the most iconic names in the music industry, like Jimi Hendrix, Bruce Springsteen, and Jeff Beck, while still being a high-performance turntable in every aspect. Only 1,000 units were manufactured and each model is individually numbered and badged, making the PrecisionDeck a collector’s item in addition to a functional record player.
One of our favorite holidays here at Selby is right around the corner… Record Store Day 2024! We’ll take any opportunity we can get to show our appreciation for turntables and the vinyl industry, and there’s no better time than Record Story Day (RSD). As we get ready for the 17th annual RSD coming up on April 20th, let’s take a moment to talk about how the holiday got started in the first place and the impact that it’s had on the industry since its conception.
Autumn brings good news this year for Rega fans with the release of a unique new turntable: the Naia.
On April 28th, Rega announced the release of a new product line they're calling Rega Green Grade. Rather than boasting a new design or upgraded features, Green Grade consists of Rega's classic products we've all seen before -- but with a twist. The company is furthering their commitment to environmental sustainability with a product line that reduces waste in the production chain.
Vinyl lovers will almost always find themselves asking this question at some point in their lives: what is a phono preamp, and is it necessary in my turntable setup? The short answer is yes, a preamp is a necessary component of a turntable audio system, but you may not need to buy one depending on the equipment you have. Let's take a look at what a preamp actually does and the times when purchasing one is required.
This year marks the 60th anniversary of the iconic sound tech manufacturer Audio-Technica. In honor of this special event, the company is releasing the AT-SB2022, a re-amped version of an iconic Audio-Technica turntable: the Sound Burger.
The development of the record player dates all the way back to 1877, but vinyl as we know it truly became widely used in popular culture in the 1960s and 70s. It started to fade out moving into the 80s, as the Compact Disc rose in popularity. In the 21st century, MP3 players quickly took over, and soon came smartphones, wireless streaming, Bluetooth headphones, and many other gadgets that more or less rendered technology like turntables obsolete.
Tonearms obviously play an important role in the function of a turntable. Without them, a record player couldn't play any sound at all. However, most people don't know that the design of a tonearm also has an impact on the audio quality and performance of the turntable. So, if you want the best possible hi-fi experience from your turntable, pay attention to the tonearm design.
