Vinyl Soundtrack Care: Cleaning and Storage Basics

Quick Answer

Clean your vinyl soundtrack records with a carbon-fiber brush before each play and store them upright in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

How to Clean and Store Your Vinyl Soundtrack Records

1. 1. Dust before every play: Use a carbon-fiber brush to gently sweep dust from the record surface in a circular motion while the record rotates on the turntable. Start from the outer edge and move toward the label. Never touch the grooves with your fingers – oils attract dust.
2. 2. Deep clean when needed: For stuck dirt or fingerprints, use a record cleaning solution and a microfiber cloth. Spray a small amount on the cloth (not the record) and wipe along the grooves. Let the record dry completely before playing. Avoid tap water – minerals can leave residue. Use distilled water or a dedicated record cleaning fluid.
3. 3. Store records upright and away from heat: Keep records in their inner sleeves and outer jackets, standing vertically like books. Place them on a shelf away from radiators, direct sunlight, and humid areas. Use dividers if your collection is loose. Records leaning at an angle can warp over time. Always keep them snug but not tight.

Soundtrack Vinyl to Protect

• LISA: PAIN & JOY - 2xLP Vinyl Soundtrack: 2xLP gatefold vinyl with Painful Blood and Joyful Blue colored records. Colored records show dust and fingerprints more easily, so regular cleaning with a soft brush is especially important.