There’s nothing like a live album to capture the energy and excitement of your favorite band. That said, concert albums can be a mixed bag. The sound can be weak, and some of them are actually “live-ish,” having been tweaked and sweetened back in the studio. The best ones catch the band at their best, with extended jams and fresh energy. These are some of the Deaf Man’s favorites:

Stylus pressure, or tracking force as it is sometimes called, is simply the weight, or force, placed on your stylus as it rides down in the grooves of your vinyl record. It’s a super critical adjustment and is usually made when...

Hopefully, you’ve checked out the Deaf Man's previous blogs and videos on the best ways to clean your vinyl records. So far, we’ve covered how to bust the dust using a carbon fiber brush and a Discwasher pad. We’ve gone...

I get a lot of questions about first pressings of records. Specifically, “Are the first versions of an album more valuable?” And, “Do first pressings sound better?” The answer to the first question is yes. First pressings of a vinyl record are generally more desirable. 

This is part 2 in the series where the Deaf Man shares his knowledge of grading and valuing your vinyl records. Do you have the next $100,000 vinyl record in your closet somewhere? Here’s how to find out. You can also read more about first pressings here. (Be sure to check out part 1 of this video series here.)

I know, I know. Everybody thinks they have the best way for cleaning dirty records. I always say if you want to start a fight at a record show, ask a couple of hardcore vinyl guys for some record cleaning tips. A riot will break out. Because everybody’s got an opinion. Everybody thinks their method works best. They've got the best record cleaning kit and they will absolutely bore you to tears explaining their incredibly detailed, anal-retentive process for cleaning records.

The Deaf Man shares his knowledge in this Youtube video “record selling masterclass.” Learn about artists that always sell, how to value your own records and grade according to the accepted Goldmine standards — and discover if you're sitting on gold!

Hey, what’s groovin’? I’m Natalie Sadler, a recent college graduate, a long-time friend of the Deaf Man himself and a connoisseur of classic rock. Wait, wait — a 21-year-old “Zoomer” who likes classic rock? I know, shocking! I began my classic rock journey during my junior year of high school, after a friend got me into Fleetwood Mac.

The Deaf Man shares his tips in this Youtube video on the best way to clean your valuable vinyl records of persistent dust — without creating mudd and cement!

Well, why not? Turns out all this enforced seclusion is rocket fuel for dreamers and schemers. With a little time on my hands, a passion for all things vinyl quickly went from an eBay side hustle to something much bigger. Out of the COVID chaos, Deaf Man Vinyl was born on this day, May 25, 2020. No junk. Just a lovingly curated list of really great records. Important albums. Classics. Music that should be heard.