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Phono Cartridges and Styli Explained: How They Affect Sound, Wear, and Record Life
Turntable cartridge and stylus issues are one of the most common causes behind noisy playback, distortion, and prematurely worn records. Understanding how they work — and how to care for them — protects both your records and your investment.
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Feb 9, 2026
New Album Releases & Arrivals February 13, 2026
Spend Valentine's Day (and every other day) with your turntable and these new releases and arrivals.
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Feb 4, 2026
Record Store Day 2026 - The Official List
The list for all of the Record Store Day 2026 exclusives has just dropped today! These exclusive albums, CDs, and boxsets will be available in-store on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at GOOD TASTE Records
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Feb 2, 2026
New Album Releases & Arrivals February 6, 2026
Another Friday, another dangerously good stack of wax landing this week. From Jazz Vinyl, Hip-Hop Essentials, and Soundtrack Gems blog sections, it's all in GOOD TASTE Records!
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Feb 2, 2026
Belt-Drive vs Direct-Drive Turntables: Which Is Right for You?
Choosing a turntable isn’t just about brand or price — drive type matters. One of the first decisions vinyl listeners face is whether to go with a belt-drive or direct-drive turntable.
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Jan 26, 2026
How to Set Up a Turntable: A Step-by-Step Guide for Better Sound
Setting up a turntable correctly is the difference between vinyl that sounds warm and detailed — and vinyl that skips, distorts, or slowly damages your records.
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Jan 26, 2026
New Album Releases & Arrivals January 30, 2026
From Japanese city-pop gems and reggae royalty to grunge staples, hip-hop legends, and collectible color variants galore, this batch of new vinyl releases is a crate-digger’s dream.
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Jan 19, 2026
How to Clean Vinyl Records Safely: What Works and What to Avoid (2026 Guide)
At GOOD TASTE Records, proper cleaning and care is part of GOOD listening. Find out how we keep records sounding clean and lasting lifetimes.
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Jan 19, 2026
New Album Releases and Arrivals January 23, 2026
January 23, 2026 is shaping up to be one of those sneaky-huge vinyl release dates — the kind that hits every corner of record culture at once.
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Jan 14, 2026
Understanding Vinyl Record Grading: Mint to Poor, Explained Simply
Record grading exists to answer one simple question: What should I realistically expect this record to look and sound like?
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Jan 13, 2026
New vs Used Vinyl: What’s the Difference and What Should You Buy?
One of the most common questions for record collectors is: Should I buy new vinyl or used vinyl? The answer isn’t as simple as one being “better” than the other.
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Jan 12, 2026
New Album Releases & Arrivals January 16, 2026
January vinyl drops don’t usually go this hard—but January 16, 2026 is stacked with everything from underground jazz-funk and Japanese city pop to hip-hop, psych-soul, soundtracks, and audiophile-grade reissues.
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