10 Tips for Caring for Your Vinyl Records (Comprehensive Guide)
Vinyl is back in style. And rightly so. Nothing comes close to that warm, analog sound of a well-maintained LP. But if you want your records to keep sounding great and looking their best, proper care is essential. In this...
These are the 5 best record stores in Frankfurt!
Frankfurt am Main is much more than just a financial hub. For music lovers, and especially vinyl collectors, it's a surprisingly pleasant place to explore. Whether you're looking for jazz classics, obscure techno, or forgotten rock gems, the city has...
These are the 5 best record stores in Cologne!
Cologne is an absolute dream for any vinyl lover. Whether you're into hip-hop, techno, punk, or jazz, this German city boasts record stores brimming with character, music history, and surprises. As a Sticky Vinyl contributor and a collector myself, I'm...
These are the 5 best record stores in Munich
Munich has more to offer than just beer and castles – the city boasts a surprisingly rich vinyl scene. From indie gems to underground electronic music, these five record stores are not to be missed. 1. Optimal Records Specialization: Indie,...
These are the 5 best record stores in Berlin
Berlin is a paradise for vinyl lovers. The city offers a rich mix of record stores: from techno temples and punk havens to jazzy boutiques and vintage gems. Here are five stores you absolutely can't miss. 1. Hard Wax (Kreuzberg)...
These are the 10 best gifts for music and vinyl lovers!
Finding the right gift can be tricky, especially if you're looking for someone who already has a lot or has distinctive taste, like a vinyl collector or a true music lover. Luckily, there are plenty of original and fun gifts...
Current vinyl holders not a success Like many music lovers, we wanted to do more with our vinyl albums. The idea of hanging them on the wall and displaying them seemed perfect, but we soon discovered that this was much...
The 2025 record fair agenda, don't miss this!
The warm crackling sound of vinyl is back from never having been gone. More and more music lovers are diving into the world of LPs, limited editions and obscure gems. Where can you find them? At the record fair of...
You need these audio cables for your turntable and for your speakers!
Choosing the right audio cables for your turntable and speakers can be quite tricky. As a beginner, it is not always clear which cables you need exactly, how expensive they may be and what influence they have on the sound....