Vinyl is coming back into the spotlight. Among younger people, vinyl collections (either acquired or passed down) are becoming a sign of complexion. While many consumers still cannot be bothered with the expense or inconvenience accompanied with the outdated technology, a growing number of music devotees are becoming part of the “vinyl revival.” But why? What are the benefits to the art? First and most obviously, it sounds better. It has higher sound quality than digital music. Some of this may be because turntables harness analog. But there is also a special connection to listening to vinyl. It sounds more authentic. It’s like watching a black and white movie. A certain magic comes from having a long history. And that more than makes up for the trouble you have to go through.

Secondly, records have a lot more value. They can cost more and displaying a large collection of vinyl records is a sign of class. Digital copies of albums are easy to get which takes away from their ultimate worth.  However, if you have the record, it is sure to turn a few heads. But really the value goes beyond that.

I can have an entire album on my phone, but I lose the palpability of it. Vinyl gives me the opposite. It’s very personal and tangible. It really is no wonder vinyl has come back.