LPs - display/storage etc ideas

I say get one of the racks like the record stores used to have. The ones I'm talking about are tiered, and have like three different levels, maybe four feet tall. That way the records face you, and you can flip through them easily.

I don't have vinyl, so don't share this problem, but I was impressed some way when I saw one in a friends house. Your makin a statement with one of these, I think, that the records are more than just left overs from the 70's (my usual reaction). Lately I've noticed there is one (but never more than one) like I am talking about in every small antique shop, or small resale shop. Try one out, you'll see.

Kubla: The electronics in our living room system are displacing my clothes closet (in the hallway as my wife "owns" all of the other ones). I have not figured out what to do with my clothing yet, but it is not a priority. My leisure suits and polyester shirts are wrinkle free anyway (just need to keep the white belts and shoes away from dirt and grime).

You have the red sports coat and the white pants, Dave? I think that's called a "full Cleveland".

I just received this email from Gene Rubin (a local high end dealer) and hope he does not mind that I am posting it here. I wanted to give him credit as well. Here's the info:

Dear LP record owners,

those of us with lots of LP records all know how difficult it is to
find a shelf unit with just the right dimensions at any reasonable
price. Many of you have to go the very expensive custom route. I am
sending you this email to let you know about a very attractive, simple
unit that holds 600 to 700 LP's available at your local Target Store. I
happened into it a day before I was to order a custom $700 unit. This
shelf unit was exactly what I needed at only $129! All the dimensions
are perfect, it is very strong, the look is contemporary. I searched the
web for a picture of it to email you but, alas, there was none to be
found. You'll just have to go to Target to check it out for yourself. It
is in the furniture department, Furio model #40054.

Hope this helps some of you out,

Gene Rubin
http://www.generubinaudio.com/

I recommend modular wire rack systems. They're made by various manufacturers and are available at Target, Container Store, Home Depot and others. The racks come in chrome, black or white and you can put them on optional casters. The spacing between shelves is adjustable in 1 inch increments. I use the 72 inch post with four 48 wide shelves. Each unit will hold approximately 800 records. Style wise, they're more functional than attractive. Prices ranges from $80 to $120 per unit.