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Don't be fooled by sonic impostors. This guide for collectors explains the history of "fake stereo" and why records marked "electronically re-channeled" are a cynical gimmick to avoid in your hunt for the true mono mix.

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.

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.