In the past, collecting vinyl records was an extremely popular way of supporting favorite artists and enjoying high-quality music. Even after music has become more widely available and easy to get, people still found great joy in this hobby. Nowadays, since music has never been easier to lay your hand on, many people have started contemplating the destiny of their old vinyl records and what they should do with them. Some might start coming up with different DIY projects to reuse their collection as wall art or even as materials to make necklaces and jewelry. However, it’s better to make use of these records to enjoy the music you have always loved instead of coming up with different recycling ideas. If you are planning to throw away your old collection, then you need to rethink this decision because vinyl is back, stronger than ever. Even in the digital world we live in, vinyl still persists. You can get an antique vinyl record player to complement your house décor and enjoy your favorite music instead of wasting these valuable records. Here are some tips on what to do with an old vinyl record collection.

Start DJing

Well, there may never be a better time to start exploring the inner DJ inside you. Instead of throwing away your vinyl collection, start by finding the right DJ equipment that can help you hit the ground running. It shouldn’t be that hard to find tutorials and guides online that can gradually teach you all you need to know about DJing. The number of turntable DJs is being reduced as digital equipment is replacing it, but that doesn’t mean that it’s quite popular and unique in its own way and in the right scenes.

The New Age of Vinyl

Some people might prefer old vinyl players as an antique addition to their houses. But for those interested to know how they can make use of their old records, then you might be interested in more high-tech players. Even though we witnessed the end of vinyl around the 2000s where digitized formats were more prevalent, we are now witnessing their strong comeback. Physical music formats have made a huge return to the extent that record sales had eclipsed in 2018. The return of tangible music has sparked the interest of many vinyl old lovers and pushed them to start exploring the waters of the new age. 

The Budget

The first thing you should always specify when you are trying to add something valuable to your house is the amount of money you are willing to spare. Just like anything, with vinyl players, you get what you pay for. It’s better to invest your money wisely in a high-quality player instead of wasting money down the road on maintenance costs, repairs, or replacements. Novelty boxes that make fake promises of having it all are just a waste of money and space. It’s better to determine your preferred budget to be able to start comparing players within this range to find the best modern turntable.

Recycling

If you’re adamant about throwing the records for any reason, whether they’re broken or you don’t want them anymore, don’t just put them in the trash. Vinyl records are made of polyvinyl chloride, which is a pretty pesky material to get rid of. The problem is that it’s full of chlorine gas and toxic contaminants like silver and nickel, which makes a lot of recyclers reluctant to take it because it will involve a lot of work to recycle. These chemicals can easily be released into the air, ground, and water if they’re not disposed of properly. So, before you think about throwing them away, consider selling or recycling them by hanging them on your walls.

Digitize your Records

If you don’t really have a lot of room for your records, it’s probably time to digitize them to reduce the clutter. There is no shortage of companies that can digitize your records, but you should be aware that they’ll be taking a hefty fee, not to mention a few hours to reach the record. If you have a record player, you can still make a digital backup to stay with you if you are on the move.

A vinyl collection can be collected over many long years, not to mention that each record probably contains a few memories that can make you nostalgic in a good way. While moving around with your records may be a bit cumbersome, you can still take very good advantage of your old vinyl collection to get the most out of it.

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