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Vinyl Week 2024: reviews, features, advice and more on all things vinyl and turntable-related
By Kashfia Kabir last updated
A week dedicated to new turntable reviews, vinyl-related features, advice and interviews building up to Record Store Day 2024 on Saturday 20th April.

When every week was vinyl week: a look back to What Hi-Fi? 1976 issue #1
By Jonathan Evans published
A half a century is a long time in hi-fi; and only a few venerable turntable brands have made it through the long journey.

The 11 best Record Store Day 2024 releases – Gorillaz, Pearl Jam, Sonic Youth and more
By Harry McKerrell last updated
Record Store Day returns for 2024 – here are the special edition albums we think you should look out for during the event.

14 of the best vinyl documentaries to buy, rent or watch for free
By Becky Roberts last updated
From John Peel's record collection to the history of scratching, here's our pick of the best vinyl documentaries ahead of Record Store Day 2024.

What led to the resurgence of vinyl? Here are 5 reasons why it’s back and booming
By Ainsley Walker published
After years of stagnation, vinyl is seeing a continued re-emergence as a major format. For Vinyl Week, let's take a look at some of the main factors behind this growth.

10 tips for buying second-hand vinyl
By Alastair Stevenson last updated
Crate digging for records is an art. Here's how to do it right.

How does a vinyl record make a sound?
By Ketan Bharadia last updated
More and more people are discovering the joys of vinyl. But how does the information on the LP become sweet music?

Tales from the Record Store: Lost punk classics, Elton John encounters, CD-fusion and more
By Alastair Stevenson published
As part of our Vinyl Week special event and to celebrate Record Store Day, we spoke to three big-name store owners to find out their weirdest customer stories.
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