Just getting into the audiophile world, was into records before but due to covid I had to move into my grandparents to take care of my grandmother, my papa left behind a technics receiver and the thing sounds awesome with my audiotechnica deck been going record shopping almost every weekend of the stores are open, now I’m going to set up my collection I just thought it was a trading website thanks for the video and the info
@@904jagzsuck5 wrong analogy, calling Vinyl Records "Vinyls" would be the same thing as caling T-Shirts, Tees or shirts. Which I usually just call every type of shirt just a shirt. So the answer to your question is yes.
@@anopirsten7565 calling it a vinyl dates back to when vinyl was actually used in pressing. It was what the record was made of, as cotton is to shirt. So my analogy, while over your head, was right on point. Calling them vinyls has roots in rationality, but today just sounds silly. Kinda like saying "wrong analogy" when in fact you just didn't understand it.
Its helpful to add as many Lps on the wantlist. And then click on the seller name, then click items for sale. Right there, the site can automatically check if that seller has at least some of the records you want. That way, you can save a lot of money combining as many of records you want in one order. Vs ordering each one separately which can cost typically $5 for each to ship
Very helpful video to get the most out of Discogs. I have 400+ LPs, and too many CDs to count…have added many to my Discogs account but it takes so long. Would be super helpful to see a video on how to set it up for selling, eg, how to fill out the different fields, what to put in for shipping terms.
There’s a bunch of discogs videos on how to list or catalog with the bar code only. I new also in discogs, but have been collecting since the early 80’s. But most may 12” dance single and this market and trend seems to be more oriented towards original albums. Which I have many, but used to prefer the 12” singles for the extend play and for djing. I still don’t know if I have 2 of the same album, if I can switch the one with the better cover bc of all the different pressings and learning them.
I've inherited a large vinyl collection from a guy who was a DJ and a collector. Ive cataloged every record. Some aren't on discogs and when I scan the barcode, discogs displays several copies. I have a few that are sealed. So how do I know which copy to choose when the scanning the barcode gives several options?
I usually buy records on eBay from sellers who have 100% feedback. I thought about giving discogs a try because I found a record that’s been catching my eye for some time now haha.
I have the app on my phone but I don't have the home screen that you show. Did I not complete the application? I am completely mystified how to proceed. Please, if you can, assist me
If you’re using the barcode scanner and just adding whatever version comes up to your collection, your collection is all wrong. There can be dozens of pressings of the same record that use the same barcode and/or catalog number. You have to make sure that you are adding the correct version by comparing all of the runout info to your copy.
Well presented video, one point i have was the sales, low med high, there is no distinction between grades of vinyl, when you said no one has payed over $355 ie $355 was the most ever payed on there site but what condition was it in ? by clicking on the sale date you can get a graph of the sales and condition making it a little easier to price you record
So, what is one to do when landing on the home page and a Malware virus warning pops up? Been here a year, selling, and just 4 days ago, this Malware Virus warning pops up, so I have yet to Log In since. Could be obvious to you that I'm not really computer literate, but almost feel like a source of revenue has been snatched away. Shirley you're aware of the paltry customer service, but I can' t make a 'Request' if I don't log in, right? (I do NOT operate from a so-called 'smart' phone=home computer only).HOW CAUTIOUS am I supposed to be with this situation?
@@Music-for-Miles I've just completed cataloguing my entire CD/Vinyl collection. If you found a sealed copy of many records/CDs, you would not be able to tell what release it was until you bought it and opened it (the barcode is the same 90%) . There are numerous different run-outs for the same release. There are run-outs that don't match what Discogs has as well. Used records that you can remove and inspect, most of the time, checking the run-out will work. However, there are numerous duplicates for the same release which is very annoying. I'm trying to learn what the emails Discogs sends and asks for votes. It's kinda confusing. How do you vote? What's all the doobly doo mean ( if you ever try to add the release you have that's different from what's listed etc). Then there are all the Russian bootlegs clogging up with the same numbers, ugh!!!!
Diabolik771 Voting required you to be a contributor to a release then the other contributors can vote your change in or out. Surprisingly a lot of proper grading requires you to open the media and check it to be mint. A lot of records especially have defects or plant imperfections on the media. I’ve had a handful of brand new records be warped or have massive pits from a bad pressing.
I’m waiting for the Canada version of polythene by feeder because I really wanted that album 💿 and it’s Canada’s version of the record polythene by feeder and I really wanted that album 💿 so badly so I’m still waiting patiently when is feeder polythene Canada is going to be ready for discogs and who’s the owner is going to be for feeder polythene.
Great detailed video. I am considering purging my huge CD collection....how would I get some guidance on the shipping terms (which CD packages to buy, labels, etc, and should I include Europe or is that not worth it?). This is the one piece that is holding me back and making me hesitant. Thanks in advance if you have any insight and/or possibly a video on this already. ~Cheers, Frank
@@AlienShine Heart throb mob 'hit list' cd goes for 150 rips now(just one example)..Slayer 'Decade of aggression' in ltd metal case 130-150 rips I have Japanese cd's and also other rare and out of print cd's that will sell for a decent price...depends on what you have.CD's are still the most popular 'hard copy' option for digital music buyers and will remain that way until another option appears in the future..trust me,there are lots of people who dislike streaming and they all have good reasons for that.
You really didn’t go into cataloging much. You assumed that a bar code is on every album and that a bar code scan would bring up proper matches. I’ve found a lot of my records don’t fully match what’s listed on Discogs. Information in the runout might not match anything listed by a character or two or by much more. What do you do when there’s 16 listings and none match what’s in your hands? Do you find the closest and edit it? Do you create an entirely new submission? What do you do?
About the barcode search, you cannot be sure that when using this features, that you will get the exact right version your looking for, as some releases use the same barcode, but is listed other ways on it's "birth-title"? The same barcode for a titel, is not the same as the same edition/version, as the barcode often follows the titel/media (cd, cassette, vinyl), but has different origins/pressings? One needs to pay attention to that fact, when collecting.
"I use best offer all the time and got some great records." Two minutes later(if selling) "I could use best offer but I usually won't because you will get lowball offers." Typical record collector. Haha.
@@Music-for-Miles Thanks so much. I actually do have some music Laser discs including a few small about half size music laser discs that I got in the late 1990`s and early 2000s.
Great information for me..Im a newbie...What is the difference between red and black versions? Some listing show RM, RE and 180 or 200. And , that means it was reissued or remastered and wieght of vinyl. Why does that matter?
ImagesBy JonEvan correct RE and RM mean re issue or remaster. RE means it’s the same mix as the original pressing just a newer batch. The older the pressing usually the more it’s worth. Remaster means it’s a re-press and it’s been fully remastered. Depending on the release sometimes it’s worth more or less just depends on the amount pressed. I have some soundgarden remasters that sound twice as good as the original.
@@Music-for-Miles thanks ,,im 3 days into this new journey and am trying to avoid mistakes. Havent ever gotten my turntable yet!! But, I am learning, thanks to your videos, so much more than I expected..
Good overview, thank you. What if you're adding your own records to your collection and the result the scanner comes up with has multiple choices for that record? How do you know which one is actually your one? I thought each version has its own barcode/catalogue number.
@@michaelsj7968 Thanks, Michael. I looked it up after you mentioned it and found this: support.discogs.com/hc/en-us/articles/360005054893-Database-Guidelines-5-Barcodes-Identifiers There's a box for adding the "matrix" in the advanced search on Discogs' site, but the app doesn't seem to have advanced search.
Weird that you can’t upload photos with discogs. Think buyers want to see damage on covers etc. The annoying thing with discogs is also making sure you figure out exactly what pressing you have. Need to type in matrix info. Buyers, I know because I’m one of them, are picky about that stuff
It's made for selling and buying in collecting so no one will bother you if you don't want to sell your records for CDs. I myself have had people at sending emails about records they were interested in from my collection but just tell them know or ignore the email and you'll be fine.
Runout numbers on the inside of the record. They will be hand engraved. Then you’ll need to compare images to other known examples. But most of the time matching the runout number works.
Communicate with the seller often. I have only had a few issues on here with sellers. If you get the record and it's not VG write the seller and ask for a refund or discount.
I just learned that Discogs may attempt to collect sales tax on items sold, so beware if you are a hobbyist like myself selling personal items. Stupid to pay income tax on something you've already paid sales tax on because you no longer want something someone else does.
Dave Duffy it’s good to catalog your music even if you don’t sell it so you know what you have. The app also has a feature where you shake the phone and it pulls up a random record on your collection to listen to.
Thank you for sharing information about Discog. I have been collecting for many years with a large collection I now know how to proceed to sell.
Just getting into the audiophile world, was into records before but due to covid I had to move into my grandparents to take care of my grandmother, my papa left behind a technics receiver and the thing sounds awesome with my audiotechnica deck been going record shopping almost every weekend of the stores are open, now I’m going to set up my collection I just thought it was a trading website thanks for the video and the info
I just acquired about 400 nice condition vinyls from an estate clean out. I'm sure glad I watched this before going to ebay!
"vinyls" ... ugg
@@howardowens721 don't be like that, man
@@anopirsten7565 Do you call your t-shirts "cottons?"
@@904jagzsuck5 wrong analogy, calling Vinyl Records "Vinyls" would be the same thing as caling T-Shirts, Tees or shirts. Which I usually just call every type of shirt just a shirt. So the answer to your question is yes.
@@anopirsten7565 calling it a vinyl dates back to when vinyl was actually used in pressing. It was what the record was made of, as cotton is to shirt. So my analogy, while over your head, was right on point. Calling them vinyls has roots in rationality, but today just sounds silly. Kinda like saying "wrong analogy" when in fact you just didn't understand it.
Its helpful to add as many Lps on the wantlist. And then click on the seller name, then click items for sale. Right there, the site can automatically check if that seller has at least some of the records you want. That way, you can save a lot of money combining as many of records you want in one order. Vs ordering each one separately which can cost typically $5 for each to ship
I just made a video about making my first 1000 sales on discogs. Love the site. Stoked to check out your videos.
Very helpful video to get the most out of Discogs. I have 400+ LPs, and too many CDs to count…have added many to my Discogs account but it takes so long. Would be super helpful to see a video on how to set it up for selling, eg, how to fill out the different fields, what to put in for shipping terms.
Glad it was helpful!
There’s a bunch of discogs videos on how to list or catalog with the bar code only. I new also in discogs, but have been collecting since the early 80’s. But most may 12” dance single and this market and trend seems to be more oriented towards original albums. Which I have many, but used to prefer the 12” singles for the extend play and for djing. I still don’t know if I have 2 of the same album, if I can switch the one with the better cover bc of all the different pressings and learning them.
AS A COLLECTOR THANKS VINYL FOR MILES
Very helpfull and also for my as Dutch very welcome to start with Discogs
Great Video and very helpful!! I didn't know about the barcode scanner on the mobile app.
Greg M it’s my favorite feature! It’s saved me a lot of $$$ when I see the average price on something vs what a store is charging
i found out about the scanner, after i added about 60 records to my collection without the scanner :D
Are you going to do a video on setting up your shop? Maybe something to be aware of now.
had to help you hit 100 comments!😀
Great video, thank you so much. I am wondering how to add an edited release to the Master so that it will show up as a Version?
I had nearly 800 records entered in my collection before I came across an LP that wasn't in the database.
Amazing tips, thank you! 🤘
12:28 you played it a few times, so it's not mint
free5403 ah yes I would not sell that record haha I was just giving an example. It’d be near mint on both not mint you are correct
I've inherited a large vinyl collection from a guy who was a DJ and a collector. Ive cataloged every record. Some aren't on discogs and when I scan the barcode, discogs displays several copies. I have a few that are sealed. So how do I know which copy to choose when the scanning the barcode gives several options?
Thank you!👍
I usually buy records on eBay from sellers who have 100% feedback. I thought about giving discogs a try because I found a record that’s been catching my eye for some time now haha.
I have the app on my phone but I don't have the home screen that you show. Did I not complete the application? I am completely mystified how to proceed. Please, if you can, assist me
If you’re using the barcode scanner and just adding whatever version comes up to your collection, your collection is all wrong. There can be dozens of pressings of the same record that use the same barcode and/or catalog number. You have to make sure that you are adding the correct version by comparing all of the runout info to your copy.
Stewart Dowouis true usually several pop up and choose the one that is your pressing or matches the runout
Well presented video, one point i have was the sales, low med high, there is no distinction between grades of vinyl, when you said no one has payed over $355 ie $355 was the most ever payed on there site but what condition was it in ? by clicking on the sale date you can get a graph of the sales and condition making it a little easier to price you record
I was trying to spell discord
So, what is one to do when landing on the home page and a Malware virus warning pops up? Been here a year, selling, and just 4 days ago, this Malware Virus warning pops up, so I have yet to Log In since. Could be obvious to you that I'm not really computer literate, but almost feel like a source of revenue has been snatched away. Shirley you're aware of the paltry customer service, but I can' t make a 'Request' if I don't log in, right? (I do NOT operate from a so-called 'smart' phone=home computer only).HOW CAUTIOUS am I supposed to be with this situation?
Informative video. Thank you.
There are multiple multiple releases with the same barcode. So much for scanning...
Diabolik771 check the runout number or other unique identifiers among the list to find the right one
@@Music-for-Miles I've just completed cataloguing my entire CD/Vinyl collection. If you found a sealed copy of many records/CDs, you would not be able to tell what release it was until you bought it and opened it (the barcode is the same 90%) . There are numerous different run-outs for the same release. There are run-outs that don't match what Discogs has as well. Used records that you can remove and inspect, most of the time, checking the run-out will work. However, there are numerous duplicates for the same release which is very annoying. I'm trying to learn what the emails Discogs sends and asks for votes. It's kinda confusing. How do you vote? What's all the doobly doo mean ( if you ever try to add the release you have that's different from what's listed etc). Then there are all the Russian bootlegs clogging up with the same numbers, ugh!!!!
Diabolik771 Voting required you to be a contributor to a release then the other contributors can vote your change in or out. Surprisingly a lot of proper grading requires you to open the media and check it to be mint. A lot of records especially have defects or plant imperfections on the media. I’ve had a handful of brand new records be warped or have massive pits from a bad pressing.
I’m waiting for the Canada version of polythene by feeder because I really wanted that album 💿 and it’s Canada’s version of the record polythene by feeder and I really wanted that album 💿 so badly so I’m still waiting patiently when is feeder polythene Canada is going to be ready for discogs and who’s the owner is going to be for feeder polythene.
Wot if olays as a vg+ but has 1 skip. But if put 3.5g downforce it plays as a vg+
Excellent overview.
Great detailed video. I am considering purging my huge CD collection....how would I get some guidance on the shipping terms (which CD packages to buy, labels, etc, and should I include Europe or is that not worth it?). This is the one piece that is holding me back and making me hesitant. Thanks in advance if you have any insight and/or possibly a video on this already. ~Cheers, Frank
CD's are almost worthless now.
@@AlienShine not really more people collect cds more than vinyl so if anything vinyls are worthless
@@AlienShine Heart throb mob 'hit list' cd goes for 150 rips now(just one example)..Slayer 'Decade of aggression' in ltd metal case 130-150 rips I have Japanese cd's and also other rare and out of print cd's that will sell for a decent price...depends on what you have.CD's are still the most popular 'hard copy' option for digital music buyers and will remain that way until another option appears in the future..trust me,there are lots of people who dislike streaming and they all have good reasons for that.
@@prince_flp You're right about cd's not being worthless but vinyl is still number one-and deservedly so.
@@smashdalde9713 they are although I prefer cds vinyl definitely will last longer in words of being valuable
You really didn’t go into cataloging much. You assumed that a bar code is on every album and that a bar code scan would bring up proper matches. I’ve found a lot of my records don’t fully match what’s listed on Discogs. Information in the runout might not match anything listed by a character or two or by much more. What do you do when there’s 16 listings and none match what’s in your hands? Do you find the closest and edit it? Do you create an entirely new submission? What do you do?
Check my newer video this one is quite old: How to Catalog & Value Your Vinyl Collection with Discogs
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About the barcode search, you cannot be sure that when using this features, that you will get the exact right version your looking for, as some releases use the same barcode, but is listed other ways on it's "birth-title"? The same barcode for a titel, is not the same as the same edition/version, as the barcode often follows the titel/media (cd, cassette, vinyl), but has different origins/pressings? One needs to pay attention to that fact, when collecting.
Definitely check the label, runout, pressing color and other identifiers
whats the max number of vinyls you can list to sell?
"I use best offer all the time and got some great records." Two minutes later(if selling) "I could use best offer but I usually won't because you will get lowball offers." Typical record collector. Haha.
Haha so true
great info
Hi can you use this for CD`s ? if no what would be a good choice to catalog a huge CD collection ? Thanks
Yes, you can use discogs to catalog your CD collection too. Its not just for vinyl, Its for all forms of music media.
@@Nukes818 Thanks so much...
Rob Wille 100% they even have music dvds and loser discs
@@Music-for-Miles Thanks so much. I actually do have some music Laser discs including a few small about half size music laser discs that I got in the late 1990`s and early 2000s.
Great information for me..Im a newbie...What is the difference between red and black versions? Some listing show RM, RE and 180 or 200. And , that means it was reissued or remastered and wieght of vinyl. Why does that matter?
ImagesBy JonEvan correct RE and RM mean re issue or remaster. RE means it’s the same mix as the original pressing just a newer batch. The older the pressing usually the more it’s worth. Remaster means it’s a re-press and it’s been fully remastered. Depending on the release sometimes it’s worth more or less just depends on the amount pressed. I have some soundgarden remasters that sound twice as good as the original.
@@Music-for-Miles thanks ,,im 3 days into this new journey and am trying to avoid mistakes. Havent ever gotten my turntable yet!! But, I am learning, thanks to your videos, so much more than I expected..
Good overview, thank you. What if you're adding your own records to your collection and the result the scanner comes up with has multiple choices for that record? How do you know which one is actually your one? I thought each version has its own barcode/catalogue number.
Tom you’ll have to read the runout numbers engraved on the record
@@michaelsj7968 Thanks, Michael. I looked it up after you mentioned it and found this:
support.discogs.com/hc/en-us/articles/360005054893-Database-Guidelines-5-Barcodes-Identifiers
There's a box for adding the "matrix" in the advanced search on Discogs' site, but the app doesn't seem to have advanced search.
Does it have an option to creat a shipping label like EBay? I’ve been using eBay because of the ease of paying for postage and mailing
Under The Silent Tree yes it does but it doesn’t give you a discount like eBay. I use pirate ship to print labels now
Weird that you can’t upload photos with discogs. Think buyers want to see damage on covers etc.
The annoying thing with discogs is also making sure you figure out exactly what pressing you have. Need to type in matrix info. Buyers, I know because I’m one of them, are picky about that stuff
I’ve been using eBay and reverb Lp a lot lately
What if an album has not sales?
Then it will be listed as unknown or the value will be blank
Can you buy a cd without creating an account?
What happenes if I dont want to sell my cd collection but want to put my collection on Discogs
You can just add items to your 'collection' on discogs. Items you are actually selling are added to your 'inventory' which is a different thing.
It's made for selling and buying in collecting so no one will bother you if you don't want to sell your records for CDs.
I myself have had people at sending emails about records they were interested in from my collection but just tell them know or ignore the email and you'll be fine.
How do you value really old record's? Like early elvis, beatles, pink Floyd etc? They have no barcodes and I have about 15 boxes of old records
Runout numbers on the inside of the record. They will be hand engraved. Then you’ll need to compare images to other known examples. But most of the time matching the runout number works.
How do you tell which version you have with the scanner?
Hey dude I was wondering wat your thought are of me buying a vinyl that's very good and thing is it's my first time buying from this site
Communicate with the seller often. I have only had a few issues on here with sellers. If you get the record and it's not VG write the seller and ask for a refund or discount.
@@Music-for-Miles happens all the time on ebay.. buyers trying to get more of a discount all the time..
I just learned that Discogs may attempt to collect sales tax on items sold, so beware if you are a hobbyist like myself selling personal items. Stupid to pay income tax on something you've already paid sales tax on because you no longer want something someone else does.
What if I just buy stuff to listen to?
Dave Duffy it’s good to catalog your music even if you don’t sell it so you know what you have. The app also has a feature where you shake the phone and it pulls up a random record on your collection to listen to.
What if there is no barcode
Andrew Mason type the catalog number in. There should be one on the spine, back of the cover or record label.
@@Music-for-Miles Thanks a million my friend.
Andrew Mason no prob! I’ve also been using reverb LP a lot for buying. I found a ton of good deals on there.
There is an option to just explore music
Searcher for Discogs of course!
Barcodes don't exist on 95% of my collection
Great video...and this guy is so hot!
Thanks for the kind words!