Only newer releases I buy are just that, new releases of current bands, mainly Stoner genre. Regarding the old original lps, I have to agree. That's my main hobby and I have lps worth hundreds of dollars. When I have the money, I don't think twice about laying out that kind of money for a minty example of something I need
The collector element... I admit I am a collector as well as a listener. I own lps I will never listen to just because they are collectible. If you were ever into "collecting" you know what a pain in the ass and time encompassing thing it is to track down certain things in the best possible condition that are grails of that specific hobby
Sometimes it's just a rush to pick it up and know that it's yours while others look and drool. Chasing records is a lifelong passion, something the casual listener will never understand
I am listening to a Lynyrd Skynyrd soundboard recording on vinyl now from 1973. Back in the day, this (and tape) was the only way to enjoy things that otherwise you'd never get to hear. Kids today don't understand that since anything they want to listen to is just a quick search, click and download/listen
I buy new releases on vinyl sparingly, due to their expense. I still prefer the old vinyl than the new vinyl. It seems unfathomable that people would like to own the records without having a turntable. That means those owners appreciate the artistic element of the jacket. Maybe those copies will remain sealed? Vinyl, mostly used vinyl, has definitely increased in sales from my viewpoint in my little part of the world. There's nothing better than getting a primo copy of a 30-40 year old record. I have an older record valuation guide, and a few of those thrift store vinyl LP buys are worth over $100 each
Nando.
