MichaelWK109 Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Looking to buy some plastic outer sleeves for my records and I kind of need pointers. Are there any brands I should avoid or try to get? Any cheap places I can get them? What thickness is recommended? Any advice you have would be helpful. Thanks! vinyl addict 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
necroking Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 http://www.bcwsupplies.com/cat/music-supply/vinyl-records This is where i get mine. Cheap bulk prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelWK109 Posted June 19, 2016 Author Share Posted June 19, 2016 14 minutes ago, necroking said: http://www.bcwsupplies.com/cat/music-supply/vinyl-records This is where i get mine. Cheap bulk prices. Is there anything wrong with 2mm, or should i get the 4mm? Anyone else second this site? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boops_popmarket Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Every sleeve company or model will have a different clarity, thickness, and feel. Some people prefer the really slick harder sleeves, some like the less slippery sleeves, some like thick sleeves, some like thinner. There is not necessarily a best outside of picking a brand with good quality control and consistent sizing/cuts. MichaelWK109 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YouTwo Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 My favorite sleeves http://www.sleevecityusa.com/ultimate-outer-2-5-pack-of-50-p/9224.htm tvham 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urban_bandito Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 On new records I buy, I use this for outer sleeve http://www.sleevecityusa.com/ultimate-outer-5-0-record-sleeve-p/9380.htm and this for inner http://www.sleevecityusa.com/diskeeper-audiophile-inner-sleeve-50-pack-p/312nrps.htm For used record... I used this for outer http://www.sleevecityusa.com/ultimate-outer-2-5-pack-of-50-p/9224.htm and this for inner http://www.sleevecityusa.com/Diskeeper-2-0-Antistatic-Record-Sleeves-p/9235.htm I have a question though, not meaning to derail or go off topic. Do you remove the plastic sleeve off of the record jacket ? Obviouly on gatefold lp's I tear them up, though I'll keep them if there is a hype sticker on them. But on single lp's I usually leave them on. Any thoughts ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boops_popmarket Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 You can leave the shrinkwrap on but keep an eye on those records because the wrap can get tighter as time goes on and damage the sleeves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tardcore Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 I usually leave the shrink on, put the record/s in individual inner sleeves, put all of the original materials (sleeves, stickers, whatever) back into the jacket and then put the whole thing into an outer sleeve with the record/s in their new inner sleeves behind the jacket. I have some records I have had for 15+ years that have some sleeve warping but I think that has more to do with 18 year old me keeping records in a milk crate than the shrink being left on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boops_popmarket Posted June 20, 2016 Share Posted June 20, 2016 I have more time so I'll throw in my experience with outer sleeves. Sleeve City 5.0 Outer Sleeves - http://www.sleevecityusa.com/ultimate-outer-5-0-record-sleeve-p/9380.htm PROS: These are super thick and super clear. Your records will be ULTRA protected. CONS: They are super slippery. If you are grabbing a handful of records in these sleeves and place them down in a stack, it's not uncommon for the records to slide and fall off your table/bed/surface. They also can be tight on some thicker jackets because the edges are so thick they don't relax and conform around the edges- they stay taut and there is a gap at the top and bottom where the seams come together, meaning there is unused space and the fit can be tight. Also, they're the most expensive sleeves. Their thickness becomes impractical/useless at a point, IMO. Sleeve City 2.5 Outer Sleeves - http://www.sleevecityusa.com/ultimate-outer-2-5-pack-of-50-p/9224.htm PROS: These are very clear. The sleeves are thinner so the fit is more relaxed than the 5.0. Of the high quality Sleeve City options, these are my favorite. The price is better than the 5.0 CONS: These are slippery too. Sleeve City Budget 3.0 Outer Sleeves - http://amzn.to/28MVd01 PROS: After I got over the initial novelty of the super clear, super thick sleeves, I started to notice I actually like the more "gummy", less clear sleeves. They aren't slippery. They "feel" better to me when I'm grabbing records, putting them down on surfaces, and handling them. Also, 100 sleeves for $25 is a much better deal than 50 sleeves for $30 (which is what the premium Sleeve City sleeves cost). CONS: They are less clear. They don't stand out like premium sleeves. As I said in my original post, my only warning when buying sleeves is that some companies and some listings on Amazon use low quality control and you'll pay $10 for 200 sleeves and they'll be wonky sizes and some seams will be poorly cut, etc. Read reviews before you buy any of the super low budget options. And my thoughts on inner sleeves: Diskeeper Ultimate Audiophile Inner Sleeves - http://amzn.to/28KwkDJ PROS: They are super thick and have a paper backing on both sides. It's like slipping your LPs into a tank. CONS: That thickness is a bit unnecessary IMO and the cost is high for a pack of 50 ($34 on Amazon). Diskeeper Audiophile Inner Sleeves - http://amzn.to/28MXUil PROS: Just like the Ultimate sleeves above, except they don't have paper backing on both sides- just one. To me, one is all you need. These are $5-10 cheaper than the Ultimates too. I like handling these more too. These used to be my favorite inner sleeve for a few years- especially when there was that period of time that the Mobile Fidelity sleeves (reviewed next) had a weird white powder in them (which has since been corrected). CONS: Less thick than the Ultimates. Mobile Fidelity Inner Sleeves - http://amzn.to/28MZoJo PROS: These can be found for cheaper than the above two sleeves (you can get 100 for under $50). I bought 200 a few weeks ago and I don't have to worry about buying inner sleeves again for a long time. I like their look and feel. They have a great reputation and are used by "professionals" who archive records (if you care at all about that). CONS: They are a little thinner than the Diskeeper Audiophile sleeves and it's easier for their corners to bunch when placing them back into the jacket/outer sleeve. If you get an old pack, there is a chance that there could be that weird white powder. I hope that helps! tvham and TFP 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 Finally, an outer sleeve thread was created here on VC. fuckinandsuckinandtouchin, circuit bored records and ajxd 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ajxd Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 This is serious @kannibal . The outer sleeves greatly change the performance of my records. Do you believe there are some peasants out there without any outer sleeves? cemeterytapes 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thomas³ Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 1 hour ago, kannibal said: Finally, an outer sleeve thread was created here on VC. It only took 10+ years. We can all rest easy now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 1 hour ago, ajxd said: This is serious @kannibal . The outer sleeves greatly change the performance of my records. Do you believe there are some peasants out there without any outer sleeves? Screw peasants. I am way too busy spending my riches to care about them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 1 hour ago, Thomas³ said: It only took 10+ years. We can all rest easy now. I'm just glad there's an outer sleeve thread for me. The others obviously don't apply to my unique entitlements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pee Posted June 27, 2016 Share Posted June 27, 2016 The only thing I'd suggest is to avoid the ones with the adhesive, fold-over flaps... the adhesive can ruin a cover if it accidentally sticks to it. Beyond that... 3mil, 5mil, 2mil etc... all very (very) similar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillhole Posted July 28, 2016 Share Posted July 28, 2016 Always used Sleeve City 2.5 mil ones. But ya can't go wrong with any of them, just like above avoid the resealable ones. Only reason why I've been brand loyal is I have very select OCD and having one record with a different sleeve standing up taller then the rest drives me nuts, so they all get the same ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannibal Posted July 29, 2016 Share Posted July 29, 2016 LOL at avoiding the resealable sleeves. All I use are Japanese resealable. best way to cover your records. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tardcore Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 3 hours ago, kannibal said: LOL at avoiding the resealable sleeves. All I use are Japanese resealable. best way to cover your records. I'm not coordinated enough to use those resealable sleeves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dillhole Posted July 31, 2016 Share Posted July 31, 2016 They just always got in the way, then lose the adhesive and now you just have a huge flap unless ya cut it of. I could totally see using those for long term storage but for regular playing records I don't see the extra hassle being worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted August 3, 2016 Share Posted August 3, 2016 On 7/29/2016 at 6:43 PM, kannibal said: LOL at avoiding the resealable sleeves. All I use are Japanese resealable. best way to cover your records. Bingo. I use sleeve city's resealable. I slide the record in so the sleeve flap is on the same side as the jacket opening. Flip the seal open and slide the record out. No need to even touch the jacket, or fiddle with the sleeve. I've been using them for years and NEVER had any of them where the adhesive wore off. Maybe that happens with cheaper ones, I'm not sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rottengoth Posted September 10, 2016 Share Posted September 10, 2016 Anyone know where I can get box set sleeves, I have several box sets that I'd like to have a sleeve over (Converge, Type O, Pantera, Etc) some ranging from huge boxes to smaller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tardcore Posted September 11, 2016 Share Posted September 11, 2016 Could probably just get some commercial sized ziplock bags or something. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arem Posted September 12, 2016 Share Posted September 12, 2016 On September 10, 2016 at 3:01 PM, Rottengoth said: Anyone know where I can get box set sleeves, I have several box sets that I'd like to have a sleeve over (Converge, Type O, Pantera, Etc) some ranging from huge boxes to smaller. http://www.sleevecityusa.com/ultimate-outer-boxed-set-pack-of-25-p/9350.htm Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rottengoth Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 4 hours ago, arem said: http://www.sleevecityusa.com/ultimate-outer-boxed-set-pack-of-25-p/9350.htm Thanks but I need bigger ones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinyl addict Posted September 13, 2016 Share Posted September 13, 2016 There's a YouTube vid with a guy that uses "archival bags" that he says he buys from a local art supplies store. They are resealable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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