Innovative new inner sleeves for vinyl records | Friday Night Mail

[@shoullin1761]

I just placed an order with vinyl storage solutions because of your videos showcasing them

[@KevinKohlhase]

I ordered 150 of those sleeves, I love them. VSS is my go to place for everything sleeves.

[@NickP333]

Those inners look very cool. I used MoFi inners for many years, then switched over to Sleeve City Diskeeper inners cuz they’re more substantial than the MoFi’s and don’t bunch up in the corners, but those inners look to have taken it to a whole other level. I’ll certainly be ordering some. Thanks, Frank!

[@mistergq2676]

Those inner sleeves are very cool. Definitely going to purchase a pack once available

[@offthebeatentracks4515]

Always nice to get unexpected presents. Expected ones are pretty nifty too. Congrats.

[@joshuawright8990]

Love that Elf record sitting in the wall display. My favorite release from that band. I have all three.

[@Channel33RPM]

Such a great album! Mine is the recent MOV reissue, which sounds great. Cheers Frank

[@hi-fihaven2257]

Hey Frank happy "mail" day! Love that shirt man. Awesome CCR album. Great entertaining episode. Those anti-static inner sleeves are awesome. I would like some of those!

[@dennishasselbach9674]

Love Vinyl Solutions products!! If you didn't have him on your show I would have never known about such a great product!😀Thanks Frank!

[@Channel33RPM]

Hi Dennis! Yeah, I've really been digging Mike's stuff too. He's on to a good thing. Frank

[@jamesbutler271]

Thank you Frank for having Mike on that previous episode, I ordered those inner sleeves, and some of the double flap. I will be ordering more of both. They are fantastic!! I'd love to have that CCR album. Shoot, I wish I was still traveling to Winnipeg, I'd love to have a beer with you and Sheri. Maybe some day.

[@timewarped2the80s]

That CCR album cover is really cool. Those inner sleeves are a must own.

[@fisch1139]

Hello Frank greetings from Calgary. I swore I would never own a turntable again but here I go again 30 years later. Picked up a vintage dual that needs a cartridge and will then buy my first record in a long long time. I blame you for leading me down this slippery slope. Congratulations on a entertaining and informative channel.

[@Channel33RPM]

Glad to have helped :) Cheers Frank

[@MelindaMurphy]

Great presentation of the inner sleeves. They are so nice. Another CCR album? Lucky you!

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks Melinda! I hope all is well. Frank

[@darrens7040]

Looks good I just recently received some dual pocket outer sleeves from vinyl storage solutions and they are fantastic so I ordered 50 more,will definitely look to get these when I run out of the MOFI inners.I think it’s great that your supporting a local business Frank his products are fantastic

[@Matthew-nt5ml]

Really like the design of the inner sleeve... happy Friday Frank 🤘

[@theyungcujo]

That's my favourite Muddy Waters in the back! Cheers Frank

[@andreasleonlandgren3092]

I love the see through thick plastic ones. My pale emperor record came in those. Frosted! Static be gone.

[@lcdmonitor1981]

Staying tuned for the CCR giveaway. Also Props for not being a shill. Hope you had a good summer frank

[@KamiKaXi]

I'm rediscovering vinyl I'm so excited about starting my Hi Fi mini listening studio and my collection of vinyls

[@big_burly_bro]

Frank, I won some outer sleeves in a contest from Vinyl Storage Solutions. Super high quality. I've plugged them in a few videos. Great product. I look forward to trying the inner sleeves aswell.

[@JohnLCastell]

I always catch your video uploads Frank. They're fun and informative. It cracks me up how you tear your packages like you'd open up a pack of new white T-shirts. Kind of a mystery about Universal London if you don't give out your address. Hmm. Carry on my friend. Good show! John

[@Channel33RPM]

Have a great weekend John! Frank

[@rickdrake9850]

BTW, love your channel, always interesting. Mrs. 33 RPM adds a nice touch too when you have her on.

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks Rick!

[@FishingIndiana]

What I normally do with custom sleeves is I'll actually put a mofi inner sleeve into the custom inner. 🤘

[@MK-tj5bf]

Useful video. Thanks, Frank!

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks buddy!

[@3dimensionsofmusic3D]

Hi Frank. I picked up the CCR Woodstock last week. The SusieQ side was great! Enjoyed seeing you and Sherri last time. She classes up your show. Cheers

[@Channel33RPM]

She certainly does!

[@3dimensionsofmusic3D]

@@Channel33RPM I didn't mean you have no class. Frank, you ooze class lol. Cheers

[@frederikjacob1985]

Hi Frank! Great video again! See you soon! Cheers

[@randyanderson5136]

I prefer the Japanese 1/2 round anti static sleeves. They are cheap and, in my mind, easier to handle.

[@thetubesrock]

I gotta get me some of those sleeves!

[@VinylRescue]

Cool sleeves!

[@djduke316]

Short but sweet. You just reminded me I need to buy more of Mike's sleeves lol! And I wouldn't mind having that CCR album... just saying

[@Livewire91]

CCR - Great band!

[@DAVIDGREGORYKERR]

If you are going to collect LP albums then you need the best Turntable you can get but a REVOX B790 would be a good start as it plays records the way the master was cut.

[@helgar791]

I've come around to Vinyl Storage Solutions' clear inner sleeves over the Sleeve City Ultimate Inner Sleeves, although the CS's are better in certain circumstances, and are still a great sleeve.

[@thevinyltruffle]

I put mine sideways within the outer sleeve. I would love to get some, but maybe in the future.

[@CarlosJesus27]

Love filter's take a picture 🤘🤘🤘

[@jobarrios]

Those sleeves look interesting.

[@robertbeatty9563]

frank, you have a great upbeat personality and would make a great radio dj. perhaps trying doing live radio shows right there where you do these youtube shows.

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks Robert!

[@aronbrown9751]

I love the CCR album

[@jonathanvillalobos7994]

Great video,frank!👍

[@MikeGuitarPlayer07]

That looks like a good record sleeve solution...I've been seeing them a lot around in the VC! I'd love to know how that CCR record is in a future video! All the best!

[@stephenmkeer]

If the opening of the record cover is at the top,I’ll put the outer cover sleeve opening on the side (so they are not both open at the top,so dust can’t get to the vinyl).

[@GroovyLisa]

Ah CCR love to win that record if you're doing a giveaway they're in my top 5 favorite band. Great video frank always keeping me informed.

[@droops6729]

Wait are you supposed to change the sleeves like every couple of weeks, or months?

[@Channel33RPM]

No, I wouldn't. Usually once and you are done

[@imj3688]

Iv'e been using disc keepers rounded antistatic sleeves, but I'd like to try those flapped sleeves out.... also, how are you liking that Filter album? I've always felt that it was the best in their catalog. I wouldn't mind spinning that live Creedance. I just saw the Rival Sons in Chicago the other day and I couldn't help but think at the time that they seemed to be influenced a bit by CCR.

[@CornishMotorcycleDiaries]

Talking about dust getting onto a record Frank have you ever had the situation where you cleaned a record and your stylus started pulling dust off the record in great wedges. I had that experience with a Genesis LP today that frankly didn't look or sound too bad BEFORE I cleaned it? I've had it before too, so I'm a bit wary of cleaning records. Maybe this should go in one of your AMAs??

[@Channel33RPM]

I have never had this happen. Interesting. What method did you use to clean the record?

[@CornishMotorcycleDiaries]

@@Channel33RPM Two stage process, first the good old detergent and water then cleaning and partially drying with a microfibre cloth, then the isopropyl alcohol and cleaning off again. Oh and the carbon fibre Brush to finish with. Am I somehow putting dirt BACK in the grooves again. Yet the record looks pretty clean under a hand lens. I am also wondering if I am loosening impacted dirt and pulling it out with the stylus. It is an old record and not valuable. A record cleaner is on my birthday wish list!

[@rickdrake9850]

Hey Frank, another good episode, I like those new inner sleeves, I’ve been using MoFi which I really like too. I have a question, have you ever head of “Last” for record protection. I recently revived my record collection that hadn’t been used in decades and I am really enjoying my old vinyl. I was pretty anal about holding my albums correctly even those 50 years ago. It paid off. Back to “Last” I found that I had treated several LPs with this product back then and I do have to say they sound great today. Virtually no surface noise. I just bought more and will try to treat my entire collection. Maybe time for you to review?

[@Channel33RPM]

I have not heard of this stuff. I will look it up. If you have a chance, can you please send me a link (to [e-mail]) Thank you Frank

[@rickdrake9850]

Frank, here’s a link to The Last Factory. thelastfactory.com/

[@unspecified2472]

You did an anti frosted inner sleeve video a couple of years ago....how do these new frosted sleeves compare to those Led Zeppelin box set frosted inner sleeves?

[@Channel33RPM]

The Zepp ones were horrible... they were coated in some oily substance. These are such better. Frank

[@happyhippythevinylguy]

I am going to have check out the inner sleeves. I am out of them, thanks for sharing bro

[@Channel33RPM]

They seem good so far.

[@noogie1]

Your videos always get a 👍, good video.

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks!

[@XelaHollow]

Hey man. Do you still back Mo Fi inner sleeves? I was looking to buy some. Thanks!

[@Channel33RPM]

The MoFi inners are still my top pick

[@StephenTreiber]

Definitely going to be picking up some of those inner sleeves when I make my next order for the dual pocket outer sleeves! Do you know if he is planning on doing ultra-clear versions of the inner sleeves, or is there a reason most inner sleeves are frosted?

[@michaels8503]

Hi Stephen The reason most inner sleeves are frosted is because the are either LDPE (inexpensive, typically used by record manufacturers or sold online at penny's per hundred) or HDPE (better product) PE is extremely soft and won't scratch a vinyl records. The paper sleeves with a very thin plastic sheet are also LDPE, but thin enough to be translucent.Unfortunately, using any paper type products can induce dust. Hope this helps? Mike

[@jeffhallett5007]

Hey boss. Have you checked out KOBRA AND THE LOTUS. A CALGARY band and their new record is awesome! Gonna see them live soon. Thanks for the video

[@Channel33RPM]

I will check em out. Thanks for the tip

[@sringjoymondal9377]

What inner sleeves do you use for 45 RPM records?

[@druidworks]

I’ve reached out to Mike about a possible product development. I’m hoping that didn’t go into the spam or trash folder. I know he’s a busy man. No response. I did like the informative video you made with him.

[@Vince_Tasciotti]

Frank, on a Canadian pressing what does that 4 part circle with MAPL mean?

[@Channel33RPM]

Good question. It indicates Canadian content. The letters stand for: M (music): the music is composed entirely by a Canadian A (artist): the music is, or the lyrics are, performed principally by a Canadian P (performance): the musical selection consists of a live performance that is recorded wholly in Canada, or performed wholly in Canada and broadcast live in Canada L (lyrics): the lyrics are written entirely by a Canadian I think the areas that apply to a particular to the specific recording are shaded. Hope this helps! Cheers Frank

[@psychedoutandfurious]

CCR is brand new and look at that ring wear

[@helgar791]

Now, does this anti static solutions on the inside of the sleeves leach onto the record?

[@Channel33RPM]

I don't think so. I didn't realize that all anti-static sleeves have some sort of solution in them, which prevents static. I've used anti-static sleeves for years with no issues. Frank

[@helgar791]

@@Channel33RPM Well, the problem would be if the residue is baking onto your stylus, which would cause both uneven wear on the needle tip (subsequently causing the cartridge to wear out sooner) and uneven groove wear. Check for both. Of course, if you're as meticulous as I am about cleaning your stylus it won't be as much of a problem. I use both a brush and the Onzow after every side. Rice paper sleeve however are naturally anti-static.

[@vinylstoragesolutions177]

@@helgar791 Good question! The Hdpe that surrounds the rice paper (misnomer) has antistatic additive. Leeching is typically an issue of the additive not chemically bounding with the Hdpe resin due to inferior resin with a recycled content.

[@helgar791]

@@vinylstoragesolutions177 So I'm supposing that your inner sleeves use a non recycled content plus a superior resin? Isn't resin which comes from Italy better than that made domestically? Or do you use an antistatic additive that binds best with the resin that you use? I've noticed that your inner sleeves don't use a paper inner surrounded by your type of Hdpe. Doesn't using a sandwich type with paper in the inner layer make the sleeve stiffer, more crumple resistant and longer lasting? Doesn't using paper in the inner layer reduce the possibility of leaching since the paper will potentially absorb many of these nasty elements. Again, all "rice paper" sleeves use have an antistatic element, including the MoFi sleeves, correct?

[@michaels8503]

@@helgar791 Sorry for not responding sooner, crazy busy with orders. My resin supplier is a USA manufacturer that has a very good reputation with non recycled virgin HDPE, primarily developed for food packaging which has to be approved (tested) for the FDA and pharmaceutical market. I can't comment on Italian vs USA resin, though I do have significant experience Italian manufacturing equipment in the poly industry. I opted for a thick (4 mil) HDPE sleeve to remove paper that doesn't add any value, since the so called rice paper sleeves (not real rice paper) CAN'T absorb moisture through HDPE as it has a very low moisture transmission rate, its only there to stiffen the 1.5 to 2 mil HDPE layers. If you have one of those sleeves, fill it with water and wait to see that (unless the seams aren't properly sealed) the water won't be absorbed by the paper. I personally would rather have a 4 mil layer of protection on both sides, instead of 2 mil on one side and 4 mil on the other. Yes, most HDPE sleeves have some amount of antistatic additive. the cheapest ones that are very thin tend to be more recycled content and don't provide much protection, but do eliminate paper at least. Thanks Mike

[@GilyBeck]

Those inner sleeves are pretty cool! .. but I honestly dont know how I feel about the cut of the plastic going over the groove of the record. I would be scared it would cause unexpected wear on the record after a few years if it sitting.

[@Channel33RPM]

I'll report back!

[@michaels8503]

Hi Gily I used HDPE as most inner sleeve products are made from that same material, the main reason is because it's soft and proven not to scratch records. Thanks Mike

[@roguerunner7553]

Love that Tshirt! I'm ordering it! Oh, I see you don't have the color your wearing available. 😥😫😖😔

[@Channel33RPM]

Thank you! I will see if I can add it in October. Cheers Frank

[@thevinyltruffle]

Maybe getting some sooner than I thought. I’m running low.

[@mrhoffame]

I guess I will need to try out a couple of the new sleeves. My first knee jerk reaction is they just add another complex step. I guess that depends a lot on which outer sleeves you use, right? I use the resealable outer sleeves so I guess the Mofi sleeves seem to be tad easier. I could see maybe using those for grails that you don't play often or something? Let us know what you think of them after using them for awhile.

[@Channel33RPM]

I will for sure. My go-to has long been the MoFi sleeves... and I don't imagine I will stop using them, but these ones are also very cool. Give me a few months to live with the new ones. Cheers Frank

[@MrGezzh]

Hi Guys, Do you keep the generic white paper sleeves that come with the record? I have just replaced all of my generic white one ones with Mofi sleeves. I haven't however kept the white ones that came with that particular record together. I didn't throw them away but now I have no idea which one goes with what. Some are different shapes. I mean I am not planning on selling my collection so not really about keeping all to the original. More so about keeping the record nice. Obviously if its a custom sleeve I keep it with the record. I also noticed that some of the Mofi sleeves stick out of the record cover slightly but that's not that bad I suppose. Cheers

[@Channel33RPM]

I usually just toss the plain white ones I replace.

[@MrGezzh]

@@Channel33RPM Thank you! Keep up the great work

[@inthegrooves]

Do you clean new records before swapping out the inner sleeves?

[@Channel33RPM]

Yeah, I generally try to with the Spin Clean, though I'm not as strict about it as I prob should be. I cleaned the Filter records when I got them, but without any inner sleeves at the time, I had to put them back in the paper sleeves. As someone else mentioned, the records could have gotten contaminated with paper dust, but I wasn't too fussed this time. Cheers! Frank

[@henry4773]

Great episode as always, are there any plans to bring back the "WTF are vinyls" shirt? Thanks

[@Channel33RPM]

Hi Henry. Yes, I've had a few requests for those. I'll bring them back for October (I am going to try to switch up the designs and sale items every month). Cheers Frank

[@davidkornblatt991]

I really like your channel

[@Channel33RPM]

Thanks David! \m/ Frank

[@AlterSchwedeWieGeil]

You could do a little challenge for the giveaway. Maybe an impression challenge, where people can make impression of you. Put up a deadline and then choose your favorite. This way the winner actually deserves the record and didn't just have pure luck. .... Or you could give it to the person with the best comment related to the giveaway

[@ZZ24AS]

You asking yourself how they got your adress?You made my day,every "idiot" now days have all your data."BIG BROTHER IS WATCHING YOU",and you don`t now!? :) :)

[@paulwibb.8944]

Hi Frank,😀

[@Channel33RPM]

Hi!

[@paulwibb.8944]

@@Channel33RPM hay frank, what's the shipping cost on one T shirt, to the UK, I didn't see shipping costs on the site. Regards Paul.

[@magus-mork]

Was gonna say mfsl but my autospeller said milf so there you go. But apart from that I'll leave this comment anyway so thanks Frank, love your channel.

[@AaronBilodeau]

I store my vinyl like you with the inner sleeve tucked outside the jacket. I dont see this one taking off because it requires too much digging to untuck the vinyl and slightly harder to slide it back in. Its like those pain in the ass outer sleeves that have that adhesive. I hate those things. Hard core people like you might be willing to do it but the masses are asses and were kinda lazy too.

[@davedavis9693]

Send me that extra Credence LP :) lol

[@Channel33RPM]

Sorry Dave... I gave it to a friend who was over last night

[@davedavis9693]

Don't have any friends :( Besides last break-in , they took a lot of my Rare Vinyl anyhow . Happens when you hang out with a Guitar Great . Everyone tends to get jealous . Glad that LP found a good home :)

[@ke6533]

I want to buy the outer sleeves from vinyl solutions, but just keep spending the $$$ on records.

[@randyanderson5136]

You took a record out of a paper sleeve and didn’t clean it before placing into your new sleeve? Your new sleeve is now contaminated with paper dust.

[@Channel33RPM]

Yeah ... I don't always make the brightest decisions :) Frank

[@ke6533]

Frank...its showing up at your house? Creepy

[@Channel33RPM]

Yeah...

[@Eolithmusic]

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[@tcbmike4926]

Send me the CCR record I deserve it. 👍

[@dirwanyuliansyah8053]

Again, talking, talking

[@Channel33RPM]

Isn't that what you do on a video? Silence would be boring.