Spin It: A Beginner's Guide to Collecting Vinyl Records

 Written by Joe Di Nardo, one of the partners at Unvaulted New York, this guide is a practical and engaging guide to the world of record collecting, written with newcomers in mind. Readers will learn everything they need to get started. From understanding gear and record grading to spotting bargains in the wild, cleaning and storing vinyl properly, and navigating the buying and selling scene. Along the way, you’ll also discover the cultural side of collecting: the thrill of crate digging, the stories behind album artwork, and the community that has grown around vinyl records for decades. This reference-style guide is both a handbook for building a collection and an invitation to join a passionate global culture that celebrates music in its most timeless form.