THE PUNK TO FUNK HEAVEN JOURNAL — guide
Inside the Pressing Plant: How Vinyl Records Are Made
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Ever wondered what actually goes into making a vinyl record? From the recording studio to the pressing plant — here's how it all works.
Building a Punk & New Wave Vinyl Collection: A Collector's Roadmap
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Punk vinyl collecting is one of the most active and competitive areas of the market. This roadmap covers where to start, which pressings matter, and how to build a collection with real depth.
Essential Blues Vinyl: Where to Start
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The blues is the root of almost everything in popular music. This guide covers the essential records every collector needs — from Delta pioneers to Chicago electric blues and beyond.
Audiophile Vinyl: What Makes a Great Pressing?
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180g, half-speed mastered, numbered, limited. But what do these terms actually mean, and do they make a difference? A practical guide to audiophile vinyl from a 25-year specialist.
Building a Jazz Vinyl Collection: A Collector's Roadmap
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Jazz on vinyl is one of the deepest rabbit holes in record collecting. This roadmap covers where to start, what to prioritise, and which labels and pressings matter most.