Tips, knowledge and guides about vinyl, records and collecting – from the experts at Second Music & Fun.
From Midnights color variants to Folklore pressings: which Taylor Swift vinyls are worth it, what to watch for, and what collectors actually pay.
Read the full article: Taylor Swift on Vinyl – The Complete Collector's Guide (Editions, Variants, Values)MC sales have been rising for years. Indie labels love the format, bands press limited editions. Here's why the cassette is back.
Read the full article: The Tape Comeback 2026 – Why Cassettes Are Booming AgainFrom the €1 sampler to the three-digit punk rarity: what your old tapes are really worth – and which MCs are taking off right now.
Read the full article: What Are Old Music Cassettes Worth Today? – The 2026 MC Price GuideHousehold insurance, specialist coverage or collection policy? Learn which insurance best protects your record collection.
Read the full article: Insuring Your Vinyl Collection – How to Properly Protect Your RecordsMatrix numbers, labels, groove features: Learn the key identifiers to distinguish genuine first pressings from reissues.
Read the full article: How to Identify First Pressings – Find Original Vinyl EditionsWant to sell your record collection? Whether from Munich, Starnberg, Dachau or Freising – we buy fairly.
Read the full article: Selling Records in Munich & Surroundings – How It WorksFrom carbon fiber brushes to ultrasonic cleaning: All methods compared so your records sound like new again.
Read the full article: How to Clean Vinyl Records – The Ultimate Guide for Pristine SoundMunich has a vibrant record scene. Learn why Second Music & Fun has been the go-to for vinyl lovers for 25+ years.
Read the full article: Record Stores in Munich – Your Guide for Vinyl FansPlacement decides half of the sound. We show what to watch for in surface, location, and vibration control – including simple DIY tips.
Read the full article: Setting Up a Turntable Properly – Vibration, Surface, LocationA misaligned cartridge ruins sound and records. Step-by-step guide to setting tracking force, overhang, azimuth, and anti-skating yourself.
Read the full article: Cartridge Alignment – Setting Tracking Force, Anti-Skating & Azimuth ProperlyMoving Magnet or Moving Coil? The eternal faith question in vinyl land – we explain tech, sound character, and when the switch is worth it.
Read the full article: MM vs. MC Cartridges – What Sounds Better, What Fits You?Turntable, amplifier, speakers, cables, care – what do you actually need to get started with vinyl? An honest overview with budget tips.
Read the full article: Vinyl Hi-Fi Setup for Beginners – The Complete Starter KitBlue Note is the most important jazz label of all time. Which pressings matter, what Lexington, 47 West 63rd, and Liberty mean – and what to watch for when buying.
Read the full article: Blue Note Records – The Collector's Guide to Jazz on VinylA warped record doesn't have to go in the trash. We show how to identify warps, which are fixable, and which methods actually work – including warnings about dangerous YouTube tricks.
Read the full article: Fixing Warped Records – Identifying and Repairing Vinyl WarpsA worn stylus doesn't just ruin the sound – it ruins your records. We show when to replace, how to do it, and which stylus fits your system.
Read the full article: Replacing a Turntable Stylus – When, How, and Which One?Original from the 70s or the pricey 180g reissue from 2022? We bust the myths and say when each one makes sense.
Read the full article: Reissue vs. Original Pressing – What Really Matters (and What Doesn't)An inherited record collection is more than a stack of vinyl: it's family history, collector value, and responsibility. Here's how to handle it without selling below value.
Read the full article: Selling an Inherited Record Collection – A Guide for HeirsM, NM, VG+, VG, G – the Goldmine system is the international standard for vinyl condition. Here's what the codes really mean.
Read the full article: Goldmine Grading System Explained – Mint, NM, VG+ and All the RestWhat is your record collection really worth? Discogs, Popsike, Goldmine grading – we show you the tools and tricks professionals use to value vinyl.
Read the full article: How to Estimate Vinyl Record Value – Finding the Market Price of Your RecordsConical, Elliptical, Hyperelliptical, Shibata, MicroLine – why the stylus profile decides sound, record wear, and lifespan.
Read the full article: Stylus Profiles Compared – Conical, Elliptical, Shibata & Co.Dust, scratches, heat – the biggest enemies of your record collection. Learn how to properly store, clean, and care for your vinyl records.
Read the full article: How to Properly Care for Vinyl Records – Keep Your Collection in Top ShapeFirst pressings, promo copies, matrix numbers – learn how to identify valuable records and what makes them special.
Read the full article: How to Identify Rare Records – Finding Valuable PressingsStreaming is convenient, but vinyl offers something no algorithm can replace. Why more people are returning to records.
Read the full article: Vinyl vs. Digital – Why Records Are Booming AgainWant to start listening to vinyl? Here's what to look for when buying a turntable.
Read the full article: Turntables for Beginners – The Ultimate Buying GuideFrom the Beatles to the Sex Pistols to Wu-Tang Clan – these records are worth millions. And one of them might be on your shelf.
Read the full article: The 10 Most Valuable Records of All Time