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vinyl record pickguard.
- Thread starter DredFetus
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This was the first thing that sprang to mind when I read the OP.
cool idea, Im not sure I would feel good about using an original collectable though. If there were reissues made that werent as valuable than definitly , I like unique stuff like that.
Makes me want to fit a cartridge/needle to a piezo and some rollers. Skritch-skreewee-skrit on breaks and whatnot
You could even buy the more valuable LPs in poor condition for a bargain, if all you want it for is a pickguard. A vinyl record will also shine up pretty nice if you run some 2000 grit sandpaper in a circle, then buff it.
No i just made this one, i just noticed that my pickguard was the same size as the vinyl and happen to have a bandsaw. ill have to look around at the local vinyl stores then 96tbird, even if i spend $10 on it thats still cheaper then a new pickguard. i have a yellow dj vinyl from some unknown dj i was thinking of using because it yellow but ive never really liked pickguards that are different colours, almost wish it had no label like someone else mentioned.
will it really, i might try that, any ideas for removing the label, i have like glue gone but it might damage the vinyl beyond repair.
A record label can not be removed. If you ever see the way a record is made, the label is actually melted into the vinyl. While the vinyl is a hot blob it is pressed into the label.
If the label is a sticker I just read that you can remove it by roughing it up with some sand paper and then letting it soak over night, should come off with a sponge after that. Apparently a lot of solvents can be too rough on the vinyl. Just something I read though, never tried myself.
buldog5151bass
Kibble, milkbones, and P Basses. And redheads.
didnt know that either, well the vinyl that is yellow i have would be perfect though, its blank on one side with just a white label no writing. and like 180gram or more. just wanted to remove the label
I tried this and ended up ruining a perfectly good record.... Been wanting to give it another go just haven't worked up the courage to...
I would find something scratched up in the bargain bin. Try the buffing method posted. I own a bunch of colored vinyl, but I'm not willing to cut any up.
The problem with those old picture discs is they were often cardboard sandwiched between two thin layers of vinyl. It's why they sound terrible.
The problem with those old picture discs is they were often cardboard sandwiched between two thin layers of vinyl. It's why they sound terrible.
I could make one for someone if they wanted to pay for it to be shipped, i mean it only took me like a hour and i enjoy building stuff
