Resurgence of Records: Vinyl Record Storage | Devon Self Storage

Let’s face it – a vinyl record renaissance is upon us.

Since 2007, the sale of vinyl records has steadily increased in the United States year-over-year, reaching monumental heights that far surpassed industry insights. According to Nielsen’s 2018 album consumption report, sales of vinyl LPs were up 15% from 2017, with record-breaking sales occurring during the week of the 11th annual Record Store Day. From April 20-26 of 2018, record store retailers sold a staggering 580,000 vinyl records – with the total sold for the year reaching upwards of 16.8 million.

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Vinyl LP unit sales chart courtesy of Statista and Nielsen.

But just how is a century-old technology thriving in our increasingly digital world? And with modern advancements in music streaming technology – such as Spotify, Apple Music, and Youtube – how could a bulky, delicate, and outdated medium of music cause such ripple in the industry?

With the 12th annual Record Store Day happening this month, the Devon Self Storage team wants to take a deep dive into how vinyl records have officially re-staked their claim within the music industry, as well as discuss vinyl record storage practices – such as storing your record collection in a climate-controlled storage unit – that will ensure your valuable records are safe for years to come.

 

Vinyl Just Sounds Better, Man

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One might think the resurgence of vinyl records is due to nostalgia, but most of the current demographic responsible for the surge (aka millennials) are far too young to have experienced records second-hand from their parents while growing up.

Surprisingly, vinyl’s newfound popularity is contributed to:

The Dematerialization of Music

The digital landscape of music has left us with billions of MP3 (Moving Pictures Experts Group – Audio Layer 3) files floating around the internet. With access to so much music at our fingertips – via smartphones, computers, tablets, and MP3 devices – records provide a ritualistic escape from the dematerialization of music.

From sifting through LPs at your local record store for Record Store Day to the physicality of placing a record on a turntable, records provide listeners with an immersive experience that digital music can’t match. “It’s [vinyls] revival is about rediscovery of engagement, sensuality, coolness, care, ritual, rarity, and specific auditory experience,” write Dominik Bartmanski and Ian Woodward in their book Vinyl: The Analogue Record in the Digital Age.

The Perception of Playing a Record 

According to Sean Olive (Director of Acoustic Research at Harman International) and Scott Metcalfe (Director of Recording Arts and Sciences at the Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University) in their interview with NPR, taking a record out, placing it on a turntable, clearing the dust, and setting the needle plays a huge role in how you hear the music. Both Olive and Metcalfe argue that perception has a lot to do with how listeners feel about a piece of music on vinyl versus its digital counterpart.

Fully Analog is Fully Lossless

The analog process of recording music allows the artist to transport their work from magnetic tape, to LP (Long Playing – an industry term that means “album”), to your speakers or headphones without the complications of digital conversion. Because MP3  files are compressed to be digitally stored and save space, they lose out on the complexity of musical information that physical records retain during their creation.

Vinyl Records Produce High Fidelity

Digitally engineered songs, or songs that are created solely to be streamed online or on the radio, are hyper-compressed and stripped of their dynamic sounds in a race for high-reaching volume. When a vinyl record is produced – whether through an entirely analog process or from a copy of a digital master – the quality of its sound is based upon the length of its sides and the depths of its grooves. This means that mastering a record for a specific genre of music will give it a higher dynamic sound range and provide the listener with musical information they would otherwise not get.

The “Warmth” of a Vinyl Record

When audiophiles use terms like full, airy, or warm to describe sounds records produce, they’re  normally referencing subtle sound frequencies retained during the record-pressing process. “A full or warm sound comes from a system that reproduces low frequencies well. An airy sound means that the music reproduced gives the listener the impression that the instruments are in a spacious environment and usually refers to sounds in the high frequency range,” writes Jonathan Strickland, senior writer for the electronics and computer channels at HowStuffWorks. “Some audiophiles say that vinyl albums perform better in the lower frequencies, meaning they provide a warm sound.”

 

The Five Tenets of Vinyl Record Storage

Rules for vinyl storage

With the resurrection of records in full swing, new audiophiles must learn that proper vinyl record storage is key to maintaining a well-playing, valuable collection for years to come – especially after you snag that rare gem you’ve been hunting for this Record Store Day!

According to Discogs (a user-built database and marketplace for all things vinyl records), there are five main aspects to vinyl record storage that ensures your music stays safe:

 

Vinyl Record Storage in a Climate-Controlled Self Storage Unit

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At Devon Self Storage, our storage units can help any audiophile stow their prized collection in a climate-controlled environment. With a wide range of self storage unit sizes, available tenant insurance, and easy online payments, our storage units will protect your vinyl records from humid attics, dusty basements, and whatever else Mother Nature has in store.

If you find yourself with too many records after the 12th annual Record Store Day this year, don’t hesitate to reserve a storage unit at your local Devon Self Storage facility for proper vinyl record storage!

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If you have more excess belongings lying around your home or workplace than you know what to do with, head to Devon Self Storage for the space you need. Our storage facility in Baton Rouge, LA, boasts a broad variety of storage unit options to help you find the room you need to breathe, whether for short-term business inventory or long-term personal storage. With our flexible month-to-month leases and helpful customer service, discover your ideal storage experience here at Devon Self Storage.

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You can find our Baton Rouge storage units on Laurel Street next to Stephen Wilson Stained Glass, and just a few turns off Main Street. We are only four minutes from Capitol Senior High School and Park Elementary School, making us the ideal place for families to secure their belongings, from seasonal equipment to guest room furniture. Residents of the following communities are in the perfect location to rent a space at our Baton Rouge storage facility:

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Climate-Controlled Storage Units in Baton Rouge, LA

The summer heat in the South can be relentless, especially when safeguarding your storage. At Devon Self Storage, our climate-controlled storage units in Baton Rouge provide consistent year-round temperatures, perfect for items like wooden furniture, electronics, documents, and vinyl records. Whether you’re a Louisiana State University attendee needing student storage over summer break or a local business owner wanting commercial storage, help protect your belongings from the harsh Louisiana sun with climate control. 

Check out our unit size guide for assistance in choosing the ideal storage unit for your needs!

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At our storage facility in Baton Rouge, we offer a variety of unit sizes to accommodate whatever you need to store. Whether you’re looking to tuck away a few boxes or need space for larger items, we’ve got you covered. Here are the available storage unit dimensions at this location:

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We’re just down the road from Texas Tech University and only a short drive from Interstate 27, so no matter where you live or work around town, we’re an ideal choice for Lubbock businesses, students, and everyone in between. Lubbock neighborhoods you can easily reach us from include:

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We strive to make your storage experience as convenient as possible from the moment you move into your unit. Our Lubbock facility is equipped with a wide variety of features and amenities to make storing your belongings easier, such as:

Climate-Controlled Storage Units in Northeast Lubbock

Climate-controlled storage is an excellent option for tucking away temperature-sensitive belongings. If you need to store delicate items like wood furniture, electronics, documents, or leather goods, our climate-controlled units offer a stable environment that helps prevent damage caused by extreme temperature fluctuations. 

Climate-controlled storage can especially be a game-changer for small businesses in Lubbock. Whether you need a place to keep records or you plan to expand your seasonal inventory, a climate-controlled storage shields your property from intense summer heat waves or winter cold snaps that could otherwise cause damage.

Affordable Storage Options for Texas Tech University Students

Between classes and homework, the last thing you should worry about as a Texas Tech University student is having enough storage space. We understand that dorm rooms and off-campus housing can be cramped, and moving all your belongings back home between semesters can be stressful.

Keep your belongings close to campus during the summer or throughout the school year with our wide range of affordable student storage units. For students looking to store a single room’s worth of belongings, our 5’ x 10’ units provide a flexible and affordable option. If you find that you need more space, upgrading to a 10’ x 10’ unit is easy with our flexible month-to-month rentals.

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You can reach your storage unit every day from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., giving you the flexibility to retrieve or store items whenever it’s convenient for you.

What items need climate control?

Not everything you store needs climate control, but it is always a good idea. If you plan to keep any of the following fragile materials in your unit, climate control is right for you:

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We have storage locations all across Texas and beyond. Explore our other locations near Lubbock, TX, to find the most convenient option for you. 

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When your Barker apartment feels cramped, or your Oswald Hall dorm is overflowing with clutter, head to University Storage on West 23rd Street. Located next to Eddingham Place Apartments, our Lawrence storage facility is designed to help you take back valuable room in your living space at an affordable rate.

From locker-sized spaces to large units for your entire home’s contents, you can find the right storage solution with us. If you have any questions about our available units, dive into our unit size guide for more information.

Storage Unit Features in Lawrence, KS 

When you choose University Storage, you’ll discover convenient features designed to simplify your self storage experience. Park right outside your storage unit with drive-up access for easier loading and unloading, or enjoy peace of mind that you’ll never miss rent with our autopay option. Even if you have large or bulky furniture or boxes to unload, we provide free dollies and carts to save you time and energy.

Other ways we make self storage in Lawrence easier include:

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With the University of Kansas just down the road, University Storage is especially convenient for Jayhawks and KU faculty in need of more space. Stop by your storage unit anytime between 6:00 a.m. and 9:00 p.m., seven days a week, for convenient access to your belongings. 

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Climate Controlled Storage on 23rd Street 

At University Storage in Lawrence, KS, we offer reliable climate-controlled storage units to protect your belongings from extreme weather changes. Whether you’re storing electronics, important documents, or seasonal items, our climate-controlled spaces maintain a consistent temperature to keep your items in top condition. Located near the University of Kansas, our facility provides easy access for students, faculty, and locals who need dependable storage solutions. With 24-hour access and security features, University Storage ensures your items are safe and accessible whenever you need them.

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You learn many things when you head to college—including the importance of space. When students have to consolidate their lives into a college apartment or a dorm room, they often find they have more belongings than places to keep them. Create the space you need with a student storage unit from Devon Self Storage. Our affordable rates are perfect for all kinds of budgets.

Do you need to store all your college furniture during the summer? Take advantage of our convenient month-to-month leases and avoid toting all your belongings home between semesters.

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Make the most of your storage space in Lawrence, KS, with Devon Self Storage. From a 5’ x 5’ storage unit to expand your Lewis Hall dorm room’s closet to a 10’ x 20’ space for your growing business, you can rely on our wide range of solutions. If you’re not sure which space is right for you, browse our helpful unit size guide.

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