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Archives: September 2025

30 September 2025

The Allure of the Original: Are First Pressings Always Better?

The ultimate vinyl debate: Are first pressings always better? Discover why a modern reissue can sometimes sound superior and learn what truly makes a definitive pressing.

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30 September 2025 | Collecting
23 September 2025

More Than Just Words: The Art and Importance of Liner Notes

Go beyond the music. Discover the lost art of liner notes and how they connect you to the album's story, creators, and secret history in a way digital streaming never will.

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23 September 2025 | Collecting
16 September 2025

Beyond the Grooves: A Guide to Reading the Dead Wax

Think the story ends with the last song? Look closer. We reveal the secret language of the dead wax, turning your vinyl collection into a treasure map.

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16 September 2025 | Collecting

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