16" Record Envelopes - 10 pt. thick acid-free paper.

16" Record Envelopes - 10 pt. thick acid-free paper.

16 and 20" discs — Although 12" was the largest disc diameter used in consumer products, broadcasting studios made use of 16" and 20"-diameter 78 rpm acetate "transcriptions," used for time-delaying programs and for prerecording broadcasts. These could provide up to 20 minutes of unbroken program material with very good fidelity (indistinguishable from live to casual, but not to critical listeners). Early classical LP recordings were in fact initially recorded on 20" 78-rpm acetates for later transfer to LP. 16" turntables are still seen in professional broadcast equipment, although it is probably very rare that any disk larger than 12" is ever played on them. Quote taken from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.

Pinterest

Pinterest

The Straight Dope: Why are vinyl record speeds 33, 45, and 78 RPM? And why the big hole in 45s?

The Straight Dope: Why are vinyl record speeds 33, 45, and 78 RPM? And why the big hole in 45s?

NEW SHOWS and RECORD STORE DAY!

78's The Classic Vinyl Record

Bags Unlimited | bagsunlimited
http://bagsunlimited.wordpress.com/wp-admin/post.php?post=186&action=edit

Original Puzzles From Jaymar Puzzle Company! Makes a Great Gift!

These handsome, uncut DISNEY PUZZLE SHEETS were created in the early 1990's by Jaymar Puzzles in Rochester, NY. The designs were created by actual Disney artists and purchased by Jaymar to convert into puzzles. The colors are vibrant and the images have excellent detail. They are available in either UNFRAMED or FRAMED format: UNFRAMED uncut puzzles come matted, with a corrugated backing and enclosed in a crystal clear polypropylene sleeve. FRAMED uncut puzzles have the following specifications: Black 1-1/4" wood frame; Black mat 1/16" thick, pH neutral and a 3% calcium carbonate buffer; Crystal clear acrylic front glazing, .093" thick; Corrugated backing. NOTE: Click on drop-down to see pricing of unframed puzzle sheets. $4.00 small order charge will apply to unframed, uncut sheet pricing if order total is under $25.00.

16" and 20" Vinyl Discs

16 and 20" discs — Although 12" was the largest disc diameter used in consumer products, broadcasting studios made use of 16" and 20"-diameter 78 rpm acetate "transcriptions," used for time-delaying programs and for prerecording broadcasts. These could provide up to 20 minutes of unbroken program material with very good fidelity (indistinguishable from live to casual, but not to critical listeners). Early classical LP recordings were in fact initially recorded on 20" 78-rpm acetates for later transfer to LP. 16" turntables are still seen in professional broadcast equipment, although it is probably very rare that any disk larger than 12" is ever played on them.

Cleaners for Vinyl. PROTECT YOUR VINYL

Cleaners

Clean Records Sound Better Longer!

Bags Unlimited has developed its own LP Record Cleaning Fluid specially formulated for its deep-cleaning, antistatic, and residue-free properties. Each 4 ounce bottle cleans about 50 LP records. The 2, 4 & 8 ounce bottles come with a convenient spray-top cap.

Use our record cleaning cloths and sponge for deep cleaning. Use our Stylus Cleaner Kit to keep your turntable stylus free of dust and dirt. Replacement fluid is available.
Static is another culprit that can contribute to poor sound. In addition to the antistatic guns shown below, we have added an extensive line of antistatic supplies that can be used in your effort to keep a dust- and static-free area. Click here to view those products.

REMEMBER: Clean your records before playing and before storing. NEVER put records back into storage wet.

RECORD STORE DAY

Hi, there! Now that RSD 2012 has come and gone, we were hoping you guys would share your experiences with us!
We would love to know what you did, was it successful for you and what was better or worse this year as opposed to last year!
It's always interesting to note what happens for people with a program that continues to grow each year!
Any ideas yet for Record Store Day 2013??
We would love to hear about it!
www.bagsunlimitedcom

Independent Record Stores Struggling?

Louisville Filmmaker to Screen Record Store Documentary

by ERIN KEANE on APRIL 2, 2012

Louisville filmmaker Scott Shuffitt will screen his new documentary about the struggles of independent record stores Saturday at the Louisville Science Center.

Shuffitt began working on “Brick and Mortar and Love” in early 2010 after former ear X-tacy owner John Timmons issued a public appeal to help save his store. Shuffitt originally hoped the film would be a rally call to keep the store’s doors open, but ear X-tacy closed before the documentary could be completed.

“Obviously that can’t happen now. But the idea is still the same, that there are still independent record stores that need support,” Shuffitt says.

Now, Shuffitt hopes his film will help others understand the struggles independent music retailers face and what the cultural insight music communities stand to lose if they fail.

“I appreciate culture. When I would go into ear X-tacy it was inspiring to me to be in there, to be in that place, to be surrounded by the feel of the store,” he says. “To know that the people who worked there loved and cared about music and were excited about turning me on to new music, that’s very valuable.”

Timmons will join Shuffitt for a Q & A session after the film.

Though “Brick and Mortar and Love” focuses Timmons’ struggles to keep ear X-tacy afloat, it also takes a wider look at the health of the independent record store across the United States.

“They’re all struggling. The music industry, things have been tough for music retail for several years. It wasn’t just John,” says Shuffitt.

Shuffitt interviewed owners of other venerable indie stores like Cincinnati’s Shake-It Records and Austin’s Waterloo Records about the effect the tough economy and a struggling music industry has had on independent music retailers.

“The record stores that are out there, they’re trying really hard. They’re fighting every day to keep their customers, to build their customer base, and to make sure their customers are satisfied. But it’s not an easy fight by any means,” he says.

Saturday’s screening starts at 7 p.m. “Brick and Mortar and Love” will open in the Nashville Film Festival later this month.

How Do I Choose a Storage Box?

bagsunlimi…
(1 item)

Storage boxes can be confusing....i.e. what is the best type and size to use for my collectibles, and what materials are better than others?
What should I look for when searching for storage boxes?
We might have a few answers for you!
Depending on what you're storing, you will want to make sure the box is particular to that certain collectible. If you want to store magazines, what TYPE of magazines, and what year are they? Different years have different sizes in some cases. Find a box meant for that particular magazine.
Look for the TEST WEIGHT...if the test weight is 250 lbs. that is the recommended weight that box can withstand.
What material? Well, acid free corrugated is a standard "go to" box, however, PLASTIC corrugated can help prevent damage depending upon where you are storing your collectibles.
You can find much more information about preservation on our website, and don't forget to check out our "HOW TO" videos while you're there!what do I need to look for in a storage box?

RECORDS and RECORD STORE DAY

Record Store Day

RECORD STORES! You want FREE stuff to give away, right??? Then PLEASE contact us for your FREE give away kit at customercare@bagsunlimited.com
We're locked and loaded and ready to give it to you!!!!!!!

VINYL RECORD FRAMES

http://bagsunlimited.com/c-920-vinyl-record.aspx
Vinyl IS making a comeback, and if you're a collector, you may be interested in these original round frames. How cool are they?? Pretty cool.
You may also want to consider inner sleeves, jackets, album storage boxes and many other products we carry for records, and album art.
Thanks for visiting!
and make it a great day!
Marion

Are Your Collectibles Worth Anything?

WHAT TO DO WITH ALL THOSE.....

books, magazines, comics, records, and everything else you have been hanging on to for.....? What was the reason again? Well, if you can't readily come up with a reason, maybe we can GIVE you one! ALL collectibles are worth SOMETHING, even if it's only sentimental.

Before you throw away that box of old digests, perhaps it might be worth a look see to go through them and see if they hold any collectible value. Lots of appraisers will gladly do this for you (make sure it's a reputable company), or you might be able to find a book on the value of your collection (which can often be a tedious job looking up price value book by book)....either way, it's probably worth at least checking.

Things that bring the value of an item up are:

 1. Are both the front and back covers still intact?

 2. Are the corners still flat on all sides?

 3. There are no rips or tears in the pages

 4. There is historical information published 

 5. It's numbered

 6. It's signed

 7. It's an original

 8. It's a misprint

 9. It's a first issue

10.The author is no longer living

These are just SOME of the things that bring a collectible up in value.

One of the ways you can ASSURE that time will not ravage your collection is by PROTECTING it with acid free sleeves and backing boards and even storage boxes.

If you store your collection in your basement, make sure they are stored in boxes OFF the floor (in case of flooding) and are no exposed to too much heat, and be sure not to stack boxes more than the allowed pressure of the box.

For more information on collection protection, please visit our website at www.bagsunlimited.com

Happy Collecting!

Marion

What's the difference?

This is a question people often ask concerning the poly sleeves they use for their comics, photos, vinyl records, posters, magazines and more. We stock three types of poly materials that are considered acid-free and safe for long term storage: Polyethylene, Polypropylene and Polyester. All of these materials are inert which means that there is nothing in them that can transfer to the stored item and cause damage to it. All of our poly materials have been tested by an independent lab and have passed the photo activity test which means that the material is safe for storing printed images.

The following is a synopsis that should help you to decide which material is right for you.
POLYETHYLENE: Is a bi-product of natural gas. It is a soft, clear material that has some stretch to it. It is not as clear as the other two materials listed, but does have excellent contact clarity. It comes in four different thickness. The thinner the sleeve, the higher the clarity. 3 mil is by far the most popular and generally gives the protection and clarity that is considered the standard of the industry. Our polyethylene is 100% pure virgin polyethylene.
POLYPROPYLENE: Is a very clear, high sheen, crisp material. We use bi-oriented polypropylene which mean that when the material is made, it is stretched in both directions so that over time it will not pucker (decreasing the clarity) as some polypropylenes do.
POLYESTER: Is considered the ultimate material for archival storage. It is crystal clear, semi-rigid and in acclerated tests shows no break down of the material for over one thousand years. Storing collectibles in polyester is the equivalent of using the Library of Congress archival preservation standards.
poly sleeves for collectors

Tomorrow- Backing Boards 101 ;)