An amazing full-basement music room & man cave | VINYL DENS

[@mrhoffame]

Thanks so much for the showcase Frank. Vinyl Dens is my absolute favorite series on your channel and it truly is an honor to make an episode. I don't care how big, small, organized, or disorganized a place might be....there is just something about seeing a person's musical world that is magic to me!!! \m/ Please keep them coming!!!!

[@Channel33RPM]

Great basement Brandon - thanks for sending me the pics and info. I'm glad you enjoyed the segment, and (hopefully) many more to come!

[@mickschnabel]

dude, only 16 years collecting and that epic of a set up? well done! Also I spotted that EPMD pillow (my fav) also go ahead and sell me that Ice Cube Predator, thanks! ;) I see you have great taste in hip hop (for me the golden years were mid 80's to mid 90's) But I love every genre...ALMOST. LOL

[@heavymetalbasement7002]

Brandon's music room always looks immaculate and organized. I believe it's one of the best music rooms in the VC.

[@teckertime]

And he's a super nice guy.

[@Hoss1492]

Others may have more vinyl however Brandon has the most organized room on the planet. We have all been into record stores that don't look half as good!

[@user-mn5ul9vo9m]

Love the Atari st111

[@recintodelosagrado]

I have followed mrhoffame for a few years and he has one of the most impressive collections. I’m glad to see he and his channel were featured in this episode.

[@tumbleweedconnection7906]

Yeah he definitely has the most impressive music room on KZbin

[@MsKalachakra]

Yes, used his videos as a kind of template to organize my own record collection. I made up like 75 categories for vinyl and like 70 for CD's. he probably uses more than that. Ian King's book Appepetite for Definition has more than 200 subgenres but just for rock music. Categories for CD's and vinyl have to be different in my opinion. Alphabetical blows ! lol

[@Cimone90]

Thanks for featuring my basement!

[@Channel33RPM]

No problem! Thanks for sending in the pics. Frank

[@neilfisher7999]

Brandon's basement is off the hook. It really looks like a record store. This is one of my favorite video themes. Super cool to see what other music lovers have done to set up a music room. Also gives me ideas on what I can do.

[@Channel33RPM]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tomfurgas2844]

Jason in Kansas has my favorite den in this episode. Great atmosphere for relaxing with a few cold ones and great music. Looks like a fun place to be!

[@toms4442]

Brandon's room is a record store! Wow!!! All the rooms look great 👍 Definitely something to aspire 2!!!!

[@michaelmcgilvary9097]

Moxy on the WOW wall! Probably the most underrated Hard Rock LP ever! RIP Tommy Bolin.

[@Tnapvrvideo]

The creativity in the layout of these rooms and the passion for their hobby that is on display is fantastic to see and enjoy as an audience member during these room visits. These places are awesome. I grew up as a kid in the 60's and 70's when vinyl was it. Then came cassettes, then 8-tracks, and finally CD's as the decades moved along. I abandoned vinyl and went all in on CD back in the early 80's. Now, I am thinking about returning to vinyl as a supplement to our CD collection. I miss the album covers, the artwork, and the tactile feel of an album in hand. I remember holding onto the album cover while the record played and reading every word written, looking at the cover art and enjoying the included images and photos; that made up the entire listening experience. These room visits are inspiring. I truly admire their commitment to their music collecting. Thank you ALL for such a wonderful share!!!

[@sixzerothreeonesevensixnine]

This Vinyl Dens series is the best idea ever. I love these episodes! I've watched Mrhofame for years myself and enjoyed all his previous room tours. That's a guy who seems to get maximum enjoyment from this hobby.

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks my friend! I'm glad you enjoyed the video.

[@twisted2291]

The idea of redoing old record carrying cases to make custom box sets is really awesome. It really has my gears turning now. That Technic table is cool. Tecmoan did a video on that one. Thinking about sending in a few photos of my place.

[@Kane26510]

You should do it!

[@davidhatred7275]

nothing makes me happier than seeing the melvins about!

[@richardcrook2112]

15:50 Some cool Sisters of Mercy singles on the wall there - Body Electric and can't quite make out the other one.

[@jimb2416]

Great video again Frank! Isn't it fun to see all the different set ups from all over the world? It's nice to see the modest systems and rooms like mine get mentioned too. The gentleman from Switzerland who had the Technics TT made me proud. For I'm still using my 1985 Technics SLDL1 linear tracking turntable!! I love the automatic features of it. The only problem with these is the cartridge selection is slim because they use P mount system. Keep on spinning Frank 👍

[@NorthernRevolutions]

Thanks for showing my music room Frank. Love your channel.

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks!!! And thank you for sending me the pics of your excellent space!

[@ConcertBuddie]

Both Brandon and Rob are great dudes, with great listening areas. Awesome to highlight their spaces on this video Frank!

[@andyshacks7812]

I love those music rooms. They are all impressive. Hours of work has obviously gone into each one. Oh yes I remember those linear tracking turntables- a friend of mine back in the day had one and yes you could skip tracks. Not seen one in years! Cheers Frank! 👍

[@roberttoews2775]

Great edition of vinyl dens. Love the variety. 👍

[@jazzpunk]

Wow...unbeleivable!!! Exactly, I would be impressed IF it was a Record Store, too. I am so jealous!

[@iskandertime747]

I have one of those sl-j2s! It's not working right now, but it was fun. One drawback is that it got confused by clear or colored vinyl.

[@Channel33RPM]

Interesting. Thanks for the info.

[@duh50360]

You do such a great job on this series, Frank. Always interesting and fun to see how other people set up their listening space. I’ve probably said it before, but I really appreciate your channel and the fact that you stick to putting your videos out a couple times a week and don’t over saturate yourself, the way so many others do. Keep on spinning.

[@thomaswery3087]

I have 2 Cerwin Vega speakers from 1975 they were $900 got them for $450 because they were demos.I also purchased 4 more Cerwin Vega speakers 5 years ago.I have 2 systems set up with Rotel receivers,2 Marantz cd players and a Technics turntable and also 1 Rotel cassette player

[@vintagevinylvets1187]

Like you, we have been subscribed to Brandon’s channel for some time. As far as we know, he has the best room by far! Love his mindset, taste and his organization. If he’s wanted to duplicate a record store, he’s nailed it!-Chris & Beth🎧

[@tinostabile3256]

Hi Frank, thanks you for the virtual vinyl den visits. Yes, I am aware of Brandon... I follow his channel... his den is a record store. Thanks and have a great week..

[@PrankZabba]

16:32 - I sure hope he has curtains on that window. Not that long ago I was in a record store that left a bunch of records out in the sunlight for 2 days. And now they got thousands of albums with melted edges. And even though you may not see it when you check the album. I went back through the 20 I had set aside and spun them on my fingertip. 19 of them were shot. So, as a tip when it comes to buying used. Spin them on your fingertips to see if there is any issues with wraps or melting. All of the ones I saw had melts on the side exposed to the sun. Which makes me wonder. Does the store even know they got thousands of albums that are now garbage?

[@Channel33RPM]

Good tip!

[@anarkie2016]

Hey man, Kyle here. So the flat I'm living in is rented but has blinds, which is what we use to keep the sunlight out 😃

[@ChrisPropfeMusicallyObsessed]

Great video!!!! Brandon’s room is incredible!!!!! Happy to call him a friend too.

[@johnharts2463]

That first room is incredible!!!!

[@frederickfranchi6408]

Oh Frank, what else can I say those rooms are just undeniably so 👍 for me it's excited to see people so passionate about music and the setups of their rooms just great 👍😃

[@MsKalachakra]

I liked the first one. He really knows how to categorize his records, i can relate to that.

[@Channel33RPM]

Absolutely!

[@audioeeze8396]

I have been following your channel for a long time and always look forward to a new video. I have 3 stereo systems in different rooms, along with close to 3000 records spread throughout. I am trying to get some good photos together to send your way. Always exciting to see other rooms as well.

[@Channel33RPM]

That’s awesome! Looking forward to seeing them.

[@cradio52]

I have the similar Technics SL-L92 linear tracker and it is indeed very cool. It’s like playing vinyl as a CD; the skip track feature works great.

[@michaelfavreau7617]

I live in in a townhouse in Ottawa Can. Never use the dinning area so figured, during the midst of the pandemic, turn it into a record store room vibe. Very small but one wall is albums A-Z. Another wall is all my signed albums ( and CD`s ) And the smallest wall is a concept wall. All Yes albums 1 month,, then all Steely Dan, then all 1972 albums, then all Marillion picture discs...... I enjoy changing up the A-Z wall and concept wall regularly.

[@Channel33RPM]

Sounds awesome!

[@bobbymoore7874]

Ive been following you and mrhoffame for a few years.

[@genuinescorruption]

I too have a Technics linear (SL-5). No auto track select, but still a fantastic machine indeed.

[@josefbuckland]

I LOVE LANDRY DAY!

[@andrewskivington6453]

I love these tours, do keep them coming!

[@vinylisbetter5950]

I too REALLY like Brandon's room/space. not to mention he's a Hell of a human being. we have spoken on several occasions and I have never met a nicer guy. just like you frank I'm subscribed to his channel as well and look forward to any and all videos you both post. another thing that wasn't mentioned was the care Brandon takes with his cds and cassettes as well. his cds are sleeved just like his vinyl. he takes really good care of his collection and it shows. that's all for now. still spinning way down here in North Carolina and thanks for sharing these awesome dens!

[@Channel33RPM]

Brandon seems like a great guy.

[@cradio52]

I love this show, what a great idea for a vinyl-centric video that isn’t just the normal vinyl review or music discussion. I haven’t seen any of the other VC KZbinrs do this. It really showcases the community and creates MORE of a sense of “community,” and it’s just plain cool to see everyone’s setups/rooms. Some of these inspire me to do certain things with my space. Great job!

[@Channel33RPM]

Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I have a playlist of past episodes of Vinyl Dens, if you are interested: kzbin.info/aero/PLhWc90qw1UvLnQDlDZUUzqSW3jM9vXbEW

[@krwd]

Love your channel really like videos of others vinyl collections and set ups. Keep doing what you do 👍 Thanks.

[@richardabney4528]

Glad to see u finally got Mr Hoffame I would agree too he has the best set up you should try to get Lazereath he got a cool set as well

[@steveenglish9363]

Fantastic space, well done mister

[@RobertKohut]

Room 1, wow!! Very impressive!!

[@stev0sterling294]

Great Video as usual! Some excellent rooms to drool over! Thanks!

[@ralphmilburn6245]

I use a Marantz 6150 turntable, too. Heading up to Eastern Canada on Wed. for a week.

[@Channel33RPM]

Have a good trip!

[@grahambiggs9822]

You've done it again Frank. When I wasnt expecting it, you pull out another awesome edition of vinyl dens. Wow , there are some beauties in there andf that first one from Brandon is amazing. Thanks for sharing and keep on spinnin !!

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks Graham. This segment is 100% dependent on the stuff people send me. It's an honour for me to showcase so many great spaces. Frank

[@thetubesrock]

Wow! Those are some sweet music rooms! I need to whip mine into shape so I can send you some pictures!

[@Thevinylscavenger]

Brandon works in a record shop and his house is a record shop. Lovely guy, with deep knowledge and sometimes personal touch, stories to share and he replies too which is appreciated. Never heard of the York, England guy maybe you could share a link please.

[@ChrisDons_TheLounge]

Really like these Vinyl Den Videos! I’ve been watching Brandon’s KZbin Videos forever! He has a killer mult-genre collection!

[@gnayr1305]

Thanks for the tours Frank! It’s always a pleasure seeing how other record collectors showcase their vinyl, gear and more! 🙏

[@Channel33RPM]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@Kane26510]

Hey Frank - Great Video, as always. VINYL DENS is my second favorite type of episode (Second only to the "Frank Landry Travelogue" videos). People love their music. I'm glad you've already looked at mine, because my recent accumulation of CDs has mine looking rather cluttered and disheveled at this point. My wife and I both grew up in houses with basements back in the northeast US - Houses with basements in Metro Phoenix are as rare as hens' teeth, and I would KILL for my house with a full, finished basement. We used to have "Basement Parties" at her house, listening to The B52's, Ramones, and Talking Heads, but I digress. I also started out with an all-in-one record player - on the floor in a corner of the dining room. We would listen to 78s with kiddie songs on them, with my little brother's favorite being "Frosty The Snowman" on Peter Pan Records - usually played at 5:30 on a summer morning. We graduated to a Curtis- Mathes console TV with a STEREO turntable in a drawer. I was about 1980 when I finally talked my Dad into buying a legitimate family stereo (Technics SA-404 Receiver and RS-M8 Cassette Deck, Pioneer PL-400 Turntable, and No-Name-Store-Brand floor-standing box speakers). When I went away to university, I was determined to bring a system, but space was an issue. Wound up with a Mitsubishi X-10 Interplay System (again with an all-in-one, but of considerably higher quality) and some Polk Audio Monitor 5s. You know where I am now: Too much stuff, too little room. Cheers!

[@Channel33RPM]

Too much stuff, too little room... I can relate. I am running out of space as well.

[@tumbleweedconnection7906]

I get giddy everytime I see that Tracy Chapman album especially when someone says they "only" paid $50 or something for it bc i found mine, a near mint copy, at a yard sale for $1 about 7 years ago 😊

[@mrhoffame]

I hear ya my friend. I think I paid around $7 for my Tracy Chapman lol. I always say I was really, really lucky that I got obsessed with collecting records about 13 years ago where I was buying like crazy and traveling all over the country hitting record stores so a vast majority of all my grails today where purchased back when I felt like I had to give serious, serious thought to paying $15 for record lol. Everything on that wall is valued at $50-$150 dollars, but I think I only paid more than $25 for 4 of them lol. Ahh...the good old days :)

[@tumbleweedconnection7906]

@@mrhoffame right?! I just started collecting about 8 years ago but even that recently good stuff was so much cheaper. Hopefully we get back there some day soon.

[@MK-tj5bf]

All rooms are great! But I’ve noticed that last year quality was more important than quantity

[@705johnnyboy]

i have thorens td166m2 in my bedroom system ,a linn lp12 as my main and my lounge has sansui 4050c ,kef 104/2 speakers etc ,ive collected vinyl since 1974 and cds since 1985 ,i have to many lol ,still finding vinyl full on in thrift shops and the odd new vinyl in my local vinyl store ...

[@TLA1014]

Thank you, Frank! I love these Vinyl Den videos!

[@tumbleweedconnection7906]

Mrhoffame's room tours are epic. Looks more like a record store than a room!

[@Channel33RPM]

Epic, yes!

[@jamesfinley1819]

I agree that the haters just need to ease up on the Crosley vitriol. There is a market for them. Not everyone can drop fat stacks of cash on something that they aren’t sure about, so that’s an entryway for some people and there’s no need for condescension because you feel that you are above such people. I’m just glad that the internet wasn’t around to judge my Fischer-Price suitcase record player that I started with as a kid. I couldn’t care less what anyone thought of it. It was my introduction to my own music (although it was hand me down 45’s to start) and I treasured it as much as anything that I have ever owned!

[@Channel33RPM]

Absolutely - we all have to start somewhere. As we saw here, the all-in-one was a stepping stone.

[@el4174]

Cerwin Vega.....had some 10s in my trunk back in the day...they pushed

[@TheTop40hub]

Thanks for the video Frank. Love looking at these setups and collections.

[@danielpacheco225]

I have to assume I'll never get to that level of Brandon's music den, but I can assure you I'll get the best I can to make my place to enjoy music. Greetings from Chile Frank and everyone!

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks Daniel.

[@tompatchak8706]

Wow. Just wow!!

[@j.f.johnson7843]

Man, I’m jealous of several of those rooms. While I love my setup, I’m out of space. I have room for maybe 20 more records. Great video!

[@zackamania6534]

I’ve got that Ice Cube and that Tracy Chapman. I like Lethal Injection a bit more but The Predator was pretty heavy…

[@janishall8062]

Holy Smokes! I love them all. Goals 😎

[@Homebrew58]

I wish I had the space to display my Bowie era box sets the way Brandon does. I'm also envious of wall space for posters and album cover displays.

[@Channel33RPM]

He's done a great job with his basement, that's for sure.

[@DocJJohnson]

Another really really Goode one..thank you..!!

[@KevinKohlhase]

Mrhalloffame what a killer room setup.

[@kana4114]

Enjoyed this episode and your style of presentation.

[@Channel33RPM]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@danielpacheco225]

Great chapter by the way, it's a great chance for us to get ideas to improve our set ups. Thanks!

[@aaronmuthaalamare4165]

Killer video Frank!! Brandon has my favorite music room in the VC and he’s a great guy! One of my best friends in the VC, it was very cool seeing Rob’s room too, they’re all great rooms , awesome video 👍🤘🤘

[@Channel33RPM]

Good to hear from you Aaron!

[@anarkie2016]

Thanks for showing off my setup! Hard to compete against that sick basement though!

[@Channel33RPM]

No problem. Thank you for sending the pics!

[@Josal]

Wonderful music basement 👍🏽🤙🏽

[@kurtzcol]

i enjoy these vinyl den videos keep em coming Frank

[@landonpraught9170]

Wow very cool Frank thanks!

[@catherine6653]

Amazing music rooms and collections. Love these videos!

[@stevescott200]

some lovely rooms

[@stevescott200]

Frank how do i send you pictures of my music room setup?

[@reptilerobots]

Those custom box sets are a great idea. Might have to look into it! Anyone know if there are other videos of them?

[@DarkSideOfThePepper]

Man, all of those are incredible

[@rabarebra]

@6:43 LOL, is that subwoofer placed on top of a shelf? And another sub on top of some gear. I never get surprised anymore of these ridiculous setups. @11:08 Haha. Speakers on the same base as the turntable, and the speakers placed close to the wall while sound waves hits the shelf itself. Oh my, oh my. Also the guitars will start "singing" if you play music loud enough.

[@Channel33RPM]

You sound like a fun guy 😀

[@rabarebra]

@@Channel33RPM Just stating how you should not do things.

[@jodywoodruff6473]

All the rooms are fantastic. 👍☺️

[@Channel33RPM]

I think so too!

[@bobby666666]

I bought my first HiFi system from York in the early 90s. Wow, I knew European HiFi was expensive in America and Canada. £325.00 for Q Acoustics 3010's. They cost £99.00 in the UK. I bought the Q Acoustics 3050's which are Floor Standing and they cost £349.00 about four months ago.

[@iceWaterProductions1]

Jason is cool he has The Melvins “Nude with Boots”:vinyl.

[@CapitanFantasma1776]

Thanks!

[@Pluralofvinylisvinyls]

I found one of those Technics TT's at a Goodwill, but it was all screwed up unfortunately. Im American, and say Tech-Nicks, btw.

[@668_neighbor_of_the_beast6]

Hi Frank. Not related to the video but I’m wearing your listen to metal on vinyl T-shirt at the Anthrax / Black Label Society concert tonight in Philadelphia. Everyone is stopping me to ask were I got the shirt. Sending them to your youtube channel. Hopefully you get some new subs and T-short sales. The shirt is a huge hit tonight 🤘🤘

[@Channel33RPM]

That is amazing. Thank you \m/ \m/ Hope the show was good. Anthrax is one of my favs. They just seem to keep getting better and better. Fran

[@theflipside-vinylcommunity]

Brandon one of my BFF. The hall of fame himself

[@fortherecord8241]

Brandon finally made it into one of you “vinyl dens” videos congrats Brandon

[@Channel33RPM]

I'm glad he sent me his pics. I loved showcasing his space.

[@fortherecord8241]

@@Channel33RPM I’ve watched Brandon’s rooms grow and grow over the years . I remember when he first started on KZbin years ago in the beginning he didn’t show his face and his collection was small and confined to a small room like an office but growing

[@dawnpatrol700]

Check out a KZbin video called " heavy metal basement". Guy back in 2001 shows off a massive Judas Priest collection, as well as other memorabilia. It's part of the Heavy Metal Parking Lot DVD, which I highly recommend for the 7 hours of extras.

[@Channel33RPM]

7 hours of extras! Wow. I will check it out.

[@Gary-qq7og]

Brandon must have won the lotto !

[@djroach3237]

God bless 🙌 🙏!!!

[@dimebagdave77]

Viva La Hoffame!🔥THNXFRNK!🔥 edit: I've been in quite a few record stores over the years that paled in comparison to Brandon's room.the other fella has a great set up as well, and nothing against him at all but I wouldn't put my records on that linear tracking turntable in a million years.the 3rd set up is lovely and I see it has Deliverance by C.O.C.! OH MAN..i need that one

[@spda242]

Sweet dens 👍

[@rockandroller8352]

great video

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks!

[@djhavickofficial]

This Series Is Amazing & Inspirational #VINYLDENS

[@JasonJames72]

Incredible. 🤩

[@SaintMartins]

17:15 Direct sunlight on vinyl ? hmmm, not a good idea bruh.

[@chewableorb1125]

The OCD is real in this video😂

[@dustinanderson2738]

Just seeing this somehow. 1st guy has the Teen Wolf soundtrack!!

[@rusrus555]

Hi Frank!:-)