How do you sort your LPs?

Paradoxically perhaps, the sound quality of LPs is influenced by not only how you have your LPs arranged but how you have your CDs arranged. Yes, I know what you’re thinking, are you out of mind?

I listen to vinyl 99% of the time.  Separate storage for classical LP's (about 300) vs. everything else (about 1500).  Alphabetically within each pile.  For listening I just go through each collection in alphabetical order from Abba to ZZ Top and from Albinoni to Wagner.  I was wasting too much time deciding "What should I listen to today?"  I put a CD on when i need background music for a nap.

1 album at a time

Classical by composer. Jazz by instrument. Vocals by female/male/jazz/folk/rock/era. Classical guitar by artist. Separate area for audiophile and demo stuff.

If I want to listen to Chet Baker, I go to the trumpet section. If I want to listen to Cal Tjader, I go to the vibes section. For Cannon Ball Adderley, I go to the alto sax section. For Kenny Burrell, I go to the guitar section.

I also have a special section (my favorite) for the ’50s West Coast jazz. That’s where guys like Brubeck, Desmond, Shelley Mann, Conte Condoli, Buddy Collette, Chico Hamilton, and Bud Shank reside.

Frank

1- Genre2- Artist by Alphabet