| Vinyl Aficionados 18:26 - Apr 15 with 3424 views | Swailsey |
I have around 500 records, but I’m tired of them being stored upright in my IKEA unit with doors. I also don’t like the fact it’s hard to admire/flick through them.
I’m in talks with a lovely chap on Etsy who has offered to customise the below by adding a hinged lid to it (worried about sun damage). This feels like a great item and a way to flick through the records like I’m at a shop.
My question is, does this way of storing records damage them at all? I’ve only ever stored them on shelves with their spines facing out. Realise this is just the reverse of that, so it may be a silly question, but they’re about the only thing of value I own, so would like to make sure.
Thank you!
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 18:35 - Apr 15 with 2296 views | carlo88 |
I would have thought they'd be fine, as long as the angle they're stored at isn't too acute. I often wince in record shops when I see LPs presented like this, with punters banging a large stack of them backwards against a few at the back. Anywhere near 90 degrees and it shouldn't be any different to storing them spine outwards. |  | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 19:46 - Apr 15 with 2176 views | Whos_blue |
Great to know there's another vinyl geek on here! I think there a few others too.
Are you a hifi geek too?
I like the look of the shelving. It has that record shop chic!
The only thing I'd say is to back up Carlo when they say about trying to keep records upright. Too much of an angle for too long and there is a small risk you might get some warping.
It does look really good though! [Post edited 15 Apr 19:47]
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:03 - Apr 15 with 2129 views | BarcaBlue |
I have a unit from ikea for vinyls on the shelves below, singles and cds above and the record player and amp at the top. I'll see if they still do it, looks smart but not sure if you could get in 500 albums. My collection is now down to a measly 150 lps after years of travelling and unexplained losses. |  | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:14 - Apr 15 with 2092 views | redrickstuhaart |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:03 - Apr 15 by BarcaBlue |
I have a unit from ikea for vinyls on the shelves below, singles and cds above and the record player and amp at the top. I'll see if they still do it, looks smart but not sure if you could get in 500 albums. My collection is now down to a measly 150 lps after years of travelling and unexplained losses. |
The ikea kallax was the go-to. Not sure if still available.
My only issue with the unit in the OP is its very big for a limited capacity. But I guess you could keep a selection fo the most used stuff in there if its a big collection and doesnt all fit.
Not sure Id put a lid on it. Get sleeves for the records instead. [Post edited 15 Apr 20:15]
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:19 - Apr 15 with 2071 views | BLUEBEAT |
Totally fine if you only have around 500 records but would take up too much space if your collection significantly increases.
The Kallax/Expedits are definitely the best cheap way to go for larger collections. I have 8 of them 😆.
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:22 - Apr 15 with 2056 views | BarcaBlue |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:14 - Apr 15 by redrickstuhaart |
The ikea kallax was the go-to. Not sure if still available.
My only issue with the unit in the OP is its very big for a limited capacity. But I guess you could keep a selection fo the most used stuff in there if its a big collection and doesnt all fit.
Not sure Id put a lid on it. Get sleeves for the records instead. [Post edited 15 Apr 20:15]
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Yep, just looked it up and is indeed a kallax. There are loads of sizes and configurations. Mine is great for what I need and space available, I see they call it a tv bench and the base is slightly different as I probably have an old version. | | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:36 - Apr 15 with 2022 views | Swailsey |
Thanks all!
I have a Kallax, but wanted them to be more on display. I know someone recommended sleeves, but I’m still worried about fading coming through. The space thing is a valid point though… | |
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:36 - Apr 15 with 2018 views | Swailsey |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:19 - Apr 15 by BLUEBEAT |
Totally fine if you only have around 500 records but would take up too much space if your collection significantly increases.
The Kallax/Expedits are definitely the best cheap way to go for larger collections. I have 8 of them 😆.
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:45 - Apr 15 with 1999 views | BarcaBlue |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:36 - Apr 15 by Swailsey |
Thanks all!
I have a Kallax, but wanted them to be more on display. I know someone recommended sleeves, but I’m still worried about fading coming through. The space thing is a valid point though… |
I have my favourite album covers framed on the wall, and change them around. This is in a holiday home property though, great talking point for some guests but my family like them less. | | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:50 - Apr 15 with 1988 views | Ryorry |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:19 - Apr 15 by BLUEBEAT |
Totally fine if you only have around 500 records but would take up too much space if your collection significantly increases.
The Kallax/Expedits are definitely the best cheap way to go for larger collections. I have 8 of them 😆.
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I understand your username now!
Nice looking shelving 👍 |  |
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:56 - Apr 15 with 1958 views | EuanTown |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:19 - Apr 15 by BLUEBEAT |
Totally fine if you only have around 500 records but would take up too much space if your collection significantly increases.
The Kallax/Expedits are definitely the best cheap way to go for larger collections. I have 8 of them 😆.
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 21:47 - Apr 15 with 1854 views | Lord_Lucan |
I'd be more concerned about the price.
£238 for that??
Think about getting a friendly chippy to knock something up to your specification..
BTW - Nice stash Bluebeat
Edit... I've just had a look at some other sh1t for sale, I don't suppose it's the worse price in the world. [Post edited 15 Apr 22:10]
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:15 - Apr 15 with 1797 views | Dubtractor |
First off, I really like that storage unit, and for a bit of oak furniture it's not stupidly pricey. Plus part of the reason you're looking at it is to show off your collection a bit, even if just to yourself, so get the storage unit that looks best! As long as you keep each section fullish, and keep out of the sun, then it'll all be fine.
Secondly, as we're showing off collections/storage.......
This is a little unit I made myself, to store a decent number of records plus amp and turntable.
This is my entry into the IKEA Kallax storage category, most of the vinyl here is breakbeat 12" that I used to play in clubs, and now play on my radio show.
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:32 - Apr 15 with 1751 views | syntaxerror |
500 records, nice work.
Don’t wish to derail your thread, but what turntables are people using?
I have a Technics 1210 (90s vintage, so an original), and a Audio Technica Soundburger in my conservatory/ smoking room. |  | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:37 - Apr 15 with 1733 views | Dubtractor |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:32 - Apr 15 by syntaxerror |
500 records, nice work.
Don’t wish to derail your thread, but what turntables are people using?
I have a Technics 1210 (90s vintage, so an original), and a Audio Technica Soundburger in my conservatory/ smoking room. |
I've got a pair of silver technics 1200 mk2's for my DJing, and a fairly basic Project turntable in my downstairs set up. | |
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:38 - Apr 15 with 1727 views | syntaxerror |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 20:50 - Apr 15 by Ryorry |
I understand your username now!
Nice looking shelving 👍 |
He does run a record label | | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:41 - Apr 15 with 1711 views | syntaxerror |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:37 - Apr 15 by Dubtractor |
I've got a pair of silver technics 1200 mk2's for my DJing, and a fairly basic Project turntable in my downstairs set up. |
Wish I still had a pair, but some idiot broke into my old house in Tooting and stole 1, yes… just one!
They are bloody heavy though.
Did steal other stuff too, XBox, games etc. | | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:47 - Apr 15 with 1689 views | Swailsey |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:32 - Apr 15 by syntaxerror |
500 records, nice work.
Don’t wish to derail your thread, but what turntables are people using?
I have a Technics 1210 (90s vintage, so an original), and a Audio Technica Soundburger in my conservatory/ smoking room. |
Thank you. It’s 90% made up of early 2000’s emo, so perhaps reserve your congrats.. | |
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:48 - Apr 15 with 1686 views | Lord_Lucan |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:37 - Apr 15 by Dubtractor |
I've got a pair of silver technics 1200 mk2's for my DJing, and a fairly basic Project turntable in my downstairs set up. |
I'm working late - and in my office I have a Marantz amp and turntable doing nothing. In fact they are only here because the Mrs wanted them out of the house.
They were my life 
You know anyone who might be interested?
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:49 - Apr 15 with 1679 views | redrickstuhaart |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:32 - Apr 15 by syntaxerror |
500 records, nice work.
Don’t wish to derail your thread, but what turntables are people using?
I have a Technics 1210 (90s vintage, so an original), and a Audio Technica Soundburger in my conservatory/ smoking room. |
In my basement I have a Rega 1 with a Marantz amp.
But these days I am always drawn to my vintage Pioneer receiver which I have paired with a Project RPM1 | | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:53 - Apr 15 with 1665 views | redrickstuhaart |
The amp is a beauty.
I would say though, that if your Mrs is imposing on things you love, there is a bigger issue to address...
Its going to be such a relief when I escape mine! | | | |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:54 - Apr 15 with 1656 views | Dubtractor |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:47 - Apr 15 by Swailsey |
Thank you. It’s 90% made up of early 2000’s emo, so perhaps reserve your congrats.. |
Thoughts and prayers, mate. | |
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| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:57 - Apr 15 with 1640 views | Swailsey |
| Vinyl Aficionados on 22:54 - Apr 15 by Dubtractor |
Thoughts and prayers, mate. |
Don’t pretend you don’t rock some Taking Back Sunday sometimes. | |
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