Why Are Bootlegs Blocked On Discogs?

Why Are Bootlegs Blocked On Discogs?

Ever tried selling bootlegs on Discogs? Well, of course, you haven’t! That’s because selling bootlegs on Disgocs is blocked. If you’re wondering why that’s so, simply keep on reading.  Okay, so what are bootlegs anyway? Does the term stand only for unauthorized stuff...
Do People Buy CDs On Discogs?

Do People Buy CDs On Discogs?

When was the last time you played a CD? We wouldn’t be surprised to hear that it was more than a decade ago. Anyway, since Discogs is your go-to place for music enthusiasts worldwide, we can’t help but wonder whether people still buy CDs on Discogs. Also, do people...
What Do You Do With Stickers On Records?

What Do You Do With Stickers On Records?

Stickers on records, often called hype stickers, are treasured possession for some people and worthless pieces of junk for others. Should you trash them, or keep them? What do you do with stickers on records? Ultimately, the choice is yours.  You can peel off the...
How Long Can Vinyls Be Stacked?

How Long Can Vinyls Be Stacked?

There are many ways in which people store their record collection. Some of them choose to stack them, one on top of another. You don’t have to be a genius to figure out something’s not exactly right with that kind of storage. However, sometimes folks don’t have a...
How Do You Save Hype Stickers?

How Do You Save Hype Stickers?

Some folks have an almost fanatical passion to collect hype stickers. Since you’re reading these words, we’ll take a wild guess and assume you might want to kick-start your hype-sticker collection (or you just want to save them and glue them someplace other than the...
Are Warped Records Worth Anything?

Are Warped Records Worth Anything?

Let’s say it went like this: you’ve recently browsed the record collection your uncle’s left you. You didn’t know he was such an avid record collector until the unfortunate thing happened (we won’t get into that). Anyway, let’s also say that you’ve noticed that, while...
How Do You Remove Shrink Wrap From Vinyl?

How Do You Remove Shrink Wrap From Vinyl?

There are avid collectors of vinyl records that refuse to remove shrink wrap from vinyl and there are those who can’t wait to do so. If you belong to the latter, you may have been pondering this question: How do you remove shrink wrap from vinyl? To remove shrink wrap...
Are Small Scratches On Vinyl Normal?

Are Small Scratches On Vinyl Normal?

If you are a newbie in purchasing vinyl records, picture this. You come home after a long day at work, settle into your comfy armchair, you put on your favorite record, just to notice small scratches on your treasured possession. Your picture-perfect evening is...
Do Guitar Strings Get Softer?

Do Guitar Strings Get Softer?

If you’re thinking about how long those guitar strings last and when to change them, you have come to the right place! Do those who need a new set of strings for every performance truly need them? Moreover, what about the ultimate few who never change those strings?...
Do I Need to Wait 24 Hours Before Opening Guitar?

Do I Need to Wait 24 Hours Before Opening Guitar?

Let’s say your new guitar finally arrived at your doorstep. Needless to say, you’re pretty eager to plug it into your amp and begin playing. However, there’s a little sticker on the box. You take some time to inspect it. It reads the following: you...