Surface Noise | Record Show Road Map 2026 + The Latest Debates in Vinyl Record Collecting!

Join us at 8pm CST/9pm EST as the world famous SURFACE NOISE* returns to kick off 2026 in proper form. 🎙️ (*Not recommended for the pacemaker crowd) If you are new to the show, welcome! This is Surface Noise, the livestream dedicated to vinyl record collecting, rare records, and the stories behind the this hobby we enthusiastically enjoy. In this live podcast episode from Vinyl Community Podcasts, we’re diving deep into the world of vinyl collecting, from crate-digging tips and pressing variations to record values, condition grading, and the latest news in the vinyl marketplace at large. We’ll be talking about: • Vinyl record collecting strategies for beginners and seasoned collectors • Rare and valuable vinyl pressings • Original pressings vs. reissues • Record grading, condition, and what really affects value • eBay vinyl sales, auctions, and recent market trends • Audiophile pressings, mastering, and sound quality • Listener questions and live vinyl discussion Whether you’re chasing first pressings, hunting grails, flipping records, or just love talking records, Surface Noise is The Show of Record, Talking Records™ for vinyl collectors of all levels. 👉 Join the live chat to ask questions, share your recent pickups, and talk vinyl with fellow collectors. Subscribe for weekly vinyl content, livestreams, market breakdowns, and deep dives into record collecting culture. #vinylcommunity #podcast #vinylcollection . . . Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst). Save 10% using the code(s) below: CONCERTBUDDIE . . . Don't forget to visit FOTS (friends of the show) Vinyl Storage Solutions for the BEST sleeves to protect your best records (and your worst). Save 10% using the code(s) below: CONCERTBUDDIE