How To Store 9,000 CDs & Other Useless Knowledge

I’ve gotten a lot of questions asking how I store my collection of over 9,000 CDs. So this video shows how I do that but also goes through recent CD’s purchased during NYC’s 100 day lockdown to give you an idea of how I decide what to listen to.
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[@bioof4]

I can’t even fathom listening to 4,000+ full length albums let alone owning that much I salute you sir.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thanks! Every day starts with 2 hrs of music listening when I first wake up. It kicks the day off right.

[@josephcontreras8930]

@@BrendonSnyder my mind is blown right now. My collection is steadily growing as I love hitting yard sales where I often make a cash offer for everything and ecently picked up a large haul that I'm still going thru. I also picked up a lot of beatles solo cds 2 big under bed shoe containers for 25 bucks. I wasnt going to stop but I'm glad I did.

[@AdamLB]

I'm coming to the point where I'm starting to run out of space on my CD shelf lol. So this will be very useful.

[@moonbeamskies3346]

I usually "thin the herd" by selling off dead weight when I run out of room on my shelf.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I used to sell off “dead weight” also but over the years I’d miss certain albums and have to rebuy them so now I don’t sell any of them. Plus you get next to nothing selling CDs anymore so it’s not worth it in my opinion. Now I just move the “dead weight” to boxes that are stored out of the way. At some point I’m always really glad I hung onto them and it’s great to go dig them out.

[@jimmycampbell78]

I agree, I sold a lot of CDs when I ran out of room at my old place as I thought I was going to go minimalist. After time, I deeply regretted it and I eventually felt had to re-buy those albums once I moved to a bigger apartment. Even with less played material, I found that my tastes can change or I want to revisit music I rarely played when I first bought it.

[@BrendonSnyder]

There are albums I listen to when I first get them and that just don’t click with me. It used to be I would sell them and go buy something different. Now I just put them away and wait and revisit them later when I’m more in the mood. There are times I wonder why I didn’t like it and it becomes a new favorite. So I’ve learned not to be so quick to get rid of something. Like you said tastes change over time.

[@filmtintin]

Enjoyed seeing your storage and makes me feel better when I have to store new ones . I like the idea of keeping top ones out. Love your channel!

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’m the same way. I can’t immediately file new ones away. I have boxes that are dedicated to new releases by year. So that if an album came out in 2019 or 2020, I know where to go to find it. I also leave lots of new ones sit out around my stereo as I love seeing the album covers and presentations of them.

[@kristopherlizotte654]

Tony Martin is a very underrated vocalist. The albums that he recorded with Black Sabbath were awesome.

[@BrendonSnyder]

He certainly is and deserves more respect than he gets. I love all of his side projects and I’m really looking forward to his new solo album.

[@salvatoredurgali6093]

Tony Martin great vocalist and the eternal idol one of the best sabbath albums.. Lost forever in my top ten sabbath songs. Brendon yr show is always amazing.. Next question.... Where do you find the time to listen to 9000 cd's.... I have a problem listening to 3500 cd's and always don't know what to pick because they're all good. many I haven't listened to in decades because I always buy new ones and i focus on them.....!!!!!! Keep up the good work and long live your fantastic program.

[@BrendonSnyder]

TYR is my fave of the Black Sabbath albums with Tony Martin but Eternal Idol is a close second. And I’m always listening to music. It’s never not on. Even watching tv sometimes I put on subtitles and mute the tv to listen to music instead. I sleep with it on too. Plus in NYC I ride the subway so I’m always listening on my commute to the office. And if I’m not on a call, my headphones are playing music while I work. I find every conceivable way to get my listening in.

[@tjbullitt]

What a collection. Love to see the equipment you use to listen those CDs on. Maybe when you give us the tour? I have heard NY apartments are small. ✌🏻

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’ll try and incorporate it in to a video so everyone can see. And yes NYC apt are small which is why we have to be creative about storage space!

[@jorgeamartineze120]

Hello Mr Snyder! What can I say?! A lot of really interesting stuff. Totally worth it. A completely different video. Thanks for sharing a shadow of your collection. Congrats.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Right? Only a shadow of the whole collection, that’s for sure! But it gives you an idea. Glad you’re enjoying these “different” videos.

[@RockStarParking10]

Very cool new music I had never heard of and will be looking out for, thanks!

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah I tend to go off the beaten path especially when there are no new releases coming out. That’s when I search out side projects and one off releases to quell my appetite for new music.

[@ricardorivera8873]

Brendon, I appreciate you showing and explaining how you store your cds. I had been looking everywhere for boxes to match the size of the ones you use. I didn't realize until now that you customize standard size boxes. Do you measure by eye or ruler using scissors to cut before assembling each box? Also, do you collect vinyl? If so, any suggestions for vinyl storage? Thanks, Rick

[@BrendonSnyder]

I measure each box with a ruler. Make a could guide points to follow. Then using a metal ruler straight edge to cut against, inline it up on my guide points so I get a straight cut and use and x-acto blade to cut the box down to side. Also I do it while the box is flat to make it easier. Then fold it later after cutting. For vinyl I do the same thing but use different boxes. Vinyl box sides are a little harder to find. So I keep an eye out at my grocery store until I see one that’s perfect and then request if I can have it.

[@4tuneagent]

I never got rid of my 2,000 Cd's, 1,200 albums, hundreds of cassettes, and even 8 tracks.. The value is in the physical product, and not some electronic signal on your phone.. I've only purchased digitally recordings that are not available, or are too costly, in physical formats.. Stuff like Real Life, "Heartland", LP.. Starz, "Live in Louisville ", Wall of Voodoo, "Dark Continent", Head East, "Gettin' Lucky/Head East(s/t)", Pylon, "Chomp" or "Gyrate"..(if you can find them).., and would like to find Cindy Bullens, "Desire Wire" or Topaz, "Topaz"(s/t), not available but are on you tube.. I would recommend any of those, and also Bad Boy, "Back to Back".. which I got from Rock Candy.. Credits to you for amassing such a collection..

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thank you! Yes physical media is where it’s at for me too.

[@qdaveq6597]

All this time I thought you were sitting at a desk!

[@BrendonSnyder]

Nope, sitting on the floor. The magic of video...haha!!

[@robertbeadle769]

That's awesome, about cd storage, and that is totally how my mind works with my cd's as well I look for certain band members and get because I like the sound of certain band members.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I figured some of you all would get it. There is always a relation between how I move through music, but sometimes it might seem like a leap when really it’s not.

[@karendadd483]

Carl Dixon lives around the corner from us in Haliburton Ontario..we see him quite frequently in town ..great guy and great vocals ..we also have a wide assortment of cds collected over the years my husband picked up 12 pioneer Elite carousel CD player that hold 301 CDs which you can program the group name and album..he would travel all over and pick them up ..he had 2 that he bought brand new and they were quite expensive at the time now there a mere fraction of what they were worth new ! Luckily Compact disc's are not popular anymore and people got rid of these CD players cheap and they were easy to find Only thing we don't like about them is the fact that the disc covers are in storage and really miss them being out and displayed ..we definitely will change the boxes they are in to the ones you are using ..what size are they ?

[@BrendonSnyder]

Well the Santers albums you recommended seem to be quite rare and are quite high priced at around $40+ each. I’ve downloaded the albums through my streaming service so I can listen while keeping an eye out for them. I’m listening to Toronto and Headpins right now. Just got Toronto’s Head On in the mail today.

[@karendadd483]

Yes they are expensive and well worth the money ..I was lucky enough to get all of their CDs when I saw one of their shows and met Rick between sets ..one of my favorite Toronto Rock bands I recommend all his albums especially shot down in flames and guitar alley and his solo album Revitalize

[@jackland454]

Thanks for the pro storage tips.

[@matthewg666]

I love Phenomena's first album. I don't remember where, but I seem to recall reading that it was supposed to be a soundtrack to an unrealized movie. In any case, Glenn knocks it out of the park on it. Speaking of which - I assume yes, but if not, have you ever checked out the Hughes Turner Project? Two killer albums.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Oh yes absolutely I love Hughes/Turner Project!! I wish they did more than just the 2 studio albums. They did another pairing for a Russian millionaire but he was involved in all the writing and they just sang so even though it has the Hughes/Turner Project name it’s not really one which is why it’s never been released outside of Russia. Still you can find it on some bootleg markets if you’re interested. rzrecord.jp has it

[@pmarshall5812]

Hey thanks for sharing this. Very useful, I will stop by Staples tomorrow to get some. I have probably over 1500 cds. I like a lot of the late 80’s, early 90’s, hair band stuff as well. Do you have all pristine cds when you receive them? Do you ever replace the cases? A lot of my cases have scuffs, cracked, or sticker residue. Some have been damaged due to shipping or buying from thrift stores even though cds and paperwork is good. Thought about buying some bulk new cases on eBay instead of trying to buff them. Thanks for your very good videos

[@mutant_blues]

How do you store a growing cd collection? You are moving to a bigger apartment! I really enjoyed it!!! Irrelevant to this video, but if you allow me I would like to suggest you a topic to present: Since you have over 9000 cds in your collection, it would be very interesting to present us some hard to find albums!!! I know there is a lot of research behind this, but I'm sure many of your viewers will enjoy it ...

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’ve been asked about that one too. My most “rare” or “valuable” CDs. It’s really all subjective. Things I find rare or valuable may just be because the album didn’t sell and people generally consider the album bad. But that aside, I can see it would make for an interesting presentation. I’ll have to ponder on it a bit and see what I can come up with. Thanks for the suggestion, they’re always welcome.

[@mutant_blues]

@@BrendonSnyder Thank you very much for the response! What I mainly had in mind was out of print albums that you would also call "hidden gems".

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’ve got plenty of those as well. I’ll see what I can dig up for a presentation.

[@GeraldLamb-fm5ri]

I have over 16,000 CDs including several hundred box sets of various sizes all in one room and all on display with easy access to every title. Everything is in alphabetical order. I also organize each artist in order of original release date oldest to newest within the alphabetical order. Every spine is viewable. I custom built standard CD jewel case size shelving along each wall from floor to 10’ ceiling with the reachable top shelves deeper that are deep enough to hold any oversize box set. The box sets follow alphabetically by artist the standard jewel case CDs below them - all the way around the room. I added controllable lighting in eight sets around the room so that every title is lit and easily readable. The room is large enough to include on one end a top end audio system with 18 different playback and recording formats that are controlled in a central mix system. My 8,000 vinyl albums and 45’s are housed in this floor to ceiling system cabinet. At the other end of the room a current vintage large widescreen offers glorious video with awesome surround sound. My many music videos flank the big screen TV. The head in the system sends audio to all rooms of my three story home as well as to all sides of the exterior of my home so that I can hear audio anywhere in my yard and garden. I have a custom German handmade 9.2 surround system in this studio room as well as stereo or surround in all of the rooms of my home. Been collecting since I was five starting in 1964 with “Introducing The Beatles”. May sound like a brag. Not my intention. I am a music nut like the rest of you and I assembled this piece by piece over these many years and I chose a profession in the pro audio industry that gave me the contacts and the means for assembling what I have today. I haven’t many years left but I will enjoy what is to come. Thank you for reading this.

[@hartmutpeter215]

You have an excellent system to store your Cds and other stuff 👍. ---I saw Demon's Eye some years ago in Dortmund, Germany. It was an excellent gig. 2 and a half hour. All the classical stuff. From Child in Time to Highwaystar, Burn and Stormbringer and many other awesome tunes. I dig the band so much. The band is also writing own terrific material. Best wishes.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I appreciate these bands that pay tribute and create new material at the same time.

[@christophergordon7433]

That first Phenomena album rules.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Oh it’s so good, right!! I like their first 3 albums as well.

[@ricardorivera8873]

Thank you for the tip on cd storage! With the standard Staple boxes, the handles provide extra support to keep the boxes secured. After cutting the boxes down to size, do you need to use tape to keep the boxes from opening when the top lid is off? If possible, could you demonstrate step by step with video when you are ready to prepare a new box? Have a great day!!!

[@BrendonSnyder]

I plan to do a follow-up video with a step by step process as a lot of people have had questions. No, tape is not required. The boxes stay together the same as if they were not cut.

[@raidynamics]

Do you get full albums because you like every song? Or do you get full albums because you like a couple of songs on some? For the second question, is it because you want to keep the full CD quality audio. Btw, I would so do both. I like listening to full albums like "loose" by Nelly furtado and some other albums that I only listen to some tunes from. Reason why I do this is because I want to get the most out of my audio, even iv I just like afew songs. But yeh sometimes if my friends have an album then I don't need to buy it. I could actually rip/ copy the disc and keep the songs I want, then I burn them to a seperate CDR at 1x speed on cdburnerxp.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’m an album person and want to listen to a bunch of music that’s similar. So an album will have its “hit” or “single” that I like but I want more of that so the album will provide it.

[@raidynamics]

@@BrendonSnyder OMG SO TRUE! That's the same case for me!

[@cycoaxe]

Awesome stuff dude we have the same tastes in music!

[@bhouser79]

It must suck when you want to listen to a CD on the bottom of that stack of boxes! Always love seeing how others organize their collections! Thanks for sharing.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yeah it can suck when I just want one album and I have to remove 12 boxes to get to it. But usually when I open the boxes and get into them I find 10 more things I want to hear and always end up with a big pile of new stuff to dive into after digging for just one album. Still it’s about the most organized way I could find to do it.

[@berntmansson]

@@BrendonSnyder I am impressed both over your collection and the organizing method. Keep it simple ;-) But I am wondering, how are they sorted? How do you know what box a special CD is located in? How about streaming and you,? Do you always listen to the CD or do you by any chance use Qobuz or Tidal? Keep up the good work! //Bernt

[@BrendonSnyder]

They’re broken down by genre and then alphabetized generally like all the A’s are grouped, then B’s etc. When I’m at home I generally only stream a new song that just dropped. Otherwise, I’m pulling out the CD.

[@berntmansson]

@@BrendonSnyder Thank you for your swift reply. I am kind of new subscribing on your Vlog. I like the lenght of your videos and the content in each and every one of them. My test of music is similar to yours. If I find of any CD’s that intrests me, I take a note of the album in question. Then I look it up in Roon (that searches from Tidal and Qobuz) and then I listen to the album in the ”best quality”, possibly I add it to my wantlist in Discogs so I can remember the titles When I am out and about. .

[@DV-ty6yc]

I have about a thousand CDs in my basement. Similar taste in music. I finally wised up. Now I have unlimited songs in my pocket. Apple Music, iPhone, and JBL Bluetooth speakers I can listen to anything anytime anywhere. Best way to go if your music tastes are outrunning your budget or storage space.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I do both.

[@christophergordon7433]

The singer (Parramore McCarty) from Steve Stevens’ band was in Warrior. Fighting For The Earth (1985) is an American metal classic.

[@BrendonSnyder]

He’s in a new group called Radiation Romeos that’s really good too.

[@christophergordon7433]

@@BrendonSnyder I’ll definitely check it out.

[@leswidner632]

Have you ever thought about opening your own store with all those CDs and also do you have any country or pop albums in your collection

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’d open a museum but not a store. I don’t want to sell them. Yes I also have pop, country, jazz, folk, hip hop, rap, R&B, funk, and more in the collection.

[@laurencegoodwin4047]

I had to move my entire collection into the mother in laws house who has dementia. My trouble and strife said she wouldn’t put up with them any longer in our house. As I now have a room at the mother in laws because of my snoring I get to listen to some great music at night. I like the look of the Staples boxes though and will give them a go 👍🏻

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’m glad this helped give you an idea to store your collection. It’s certainly a clean organized way to do it and for people who don’t want to see it all, the boxes stack nicely and tend to blend away. I have curtains hanging in front of some of my to conceal them.

[@laurencegoodwin4047]

@@BrendonSnyder Lovely to hear from you and respect. I should’ve married a rock chick ! I’ve tried to reign in my cd purchases but cannot stand downloads etc . Contrary to what my wife says I get endless pleasure digging out cds I haven’t heard in a while. Life wouldn’t be worth living without my music and listening to people like yourself who keep the flag flying, thank you so much, peace and love

[@BrendonSnyder]

I know exactly what you mean. I love going through my collection. I always find things to pull out and listen to. Music is what makes the world go round. You know how they always say what would you rather loose, sight or hearing, I’d loose sight because I can’t imagine never listening to music again.

[@LuchaLibertaria]

You picked up some great CDs 🤘I like those Phenomena albums, My fave song by them is 'Banzai' from Phenomena III. Great AOR stuff

[@BrendonSnyder]

Hey so there is a new compilation for Phenomena due this Friday that collects together all of the tracks sung by Glenn Hughes. I’m super excited for this release.

[@archie6962]

Impressive CD collection !

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thank you! Wait until you really see it as some point when I take you on the tour!

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’m still working out the logistics of it. The bulk of my collection are in these kinds of boxes. So it would be hard to actually show the discs because they’re all concealed. Plus NYC apts are really small so everything is on top of everything. But I’ll figure out a cool way to present it at some point and then show everyone. I’ll keep it in mind, thanks for the interest.

[@SaintMartins]

I thought i had too much ( 963 ) but that number is all my CDs, Vinyl & Cassettes combined. Years ago i decided to stop collecting Vinyl & Cassettes with intent to sell them b/c they can be worth a lot to collectors. I'm sticking to CDs & i decided to become more selective. | only buy from artists i truly admire.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Well mine is probably too many but I love it so I forgive myself for the huge collection! Haha

[@kevinleclerc9214]

Hi Brandon, I'm planning to go to NYC after COVID. Do you know any good used cd record stores in Manhattan? Thanks.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Hi Kevin, I know of 3 good ones. Generation Records is the best IMO. Next would be Village Revival Records, and last but not least Academy Records (they have two locations).

[@kevinleclerc9214]

@@BrendonSnyder Thanks!

[@frankcantelmi245]

Great Video Brendon wow i thought i had a lot of Cds i have aprox close to 2,000 maybe never really counted them but keep collecting Brendon and stay safe

[@BrendonSnyder]

Hey 2,000 is impressive too! I had no idea I was over 9,000 until I counted during lockdown. I thought I had around 5,000 but turned out it was nearly double haha! Who knows maybe you’re the same. Music is life!! Stay safe yourself Frank!

[@christophergordon7433]

What’s that Mr. Big box set sitting on?

[@BrendonSnyder]

It’s just a trunk.

[@roberthead375]

I recently discovered your channel. Very enjoyable. I’m curious how you listen to your music. Speakers, headphones? You mentioned you live in NY so I did not know how easy it would be to use a speaker setup in an apartment. Thanks again for the enjoyable videos

[@BrendonSnyder]

Hi Robert! Yes NYC, small apt, but I listen to my CDs on a Denon shelf stereo when at home. I’ve never been one to listen to things loud. I just like good sound. But when commuting to work, I use a pair of Bose over ear noise canceling headphones. And while at the office I use Apple air pods pro with noice cancelling. So I’ve got all facets covered. Maybe I’ll do a video covering all of these.

[@roberthead375]

Thanks for the reply. I always enjoy hearing how people listen to the music they love

[@BrendonSnyder]

No problem, thanks for the idea! I love the interaction with everyone so keep the ideas coming if you think of something.

[@BobJP77]

Now I don't feel so bad about having 300 cds. 😉

[@BrendonSnyder]

Haha...but now you make me feel bad for having so many! JK...😉

[@BobJP77]

@@BrendonSnyder I have digital music downloads and a Spotify account as well but I still like cds even though it seems to be slowly becoming a novelty item.

[@memorythree70]

Hey Brendon. Great channel. Enjoying your videos and your enthusiasm and dedication to music collecting. One question: do you rip all your CDs before you box them up?

[@joelampo1]

The landlord called and said he noticed the support beam is sagging. 🤣🤣 I'm a huge Billy Squier fan and I cant find the 2 Piper Albums. U have those ?

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yes I’ve got both on CD and vinyl! Haha

[@joelampo1]

@@BrendonSnyder where did u find them on cd? I looked on Amazon, ebay, asked local stores, couldn't find them

[@BrendonSnyder]

Originally I bought it from Amazon but this is going back maybe 10 or more years. It was both albums on one CD by the American Beat label. That’s the only label that I know has officially released them on CD. Prior to that I only saw bootlegs.

[@joelampo1]

@@BrendonSnyder oh cool thanks bud ill have to dig deeper. I found a couple of listing on ebay for the cd for $338 🤣🤣

[@BrendonSnyder]

Haha! Yeah I saw that but didn’t send you the link because that’s ridiculous! I’ll keep an eye out too. Actually I know where you can get it, it’s a bootleg but it’s super high quality. I just remembered seeing it at rzrecord.jp have I recommended them to you before? Super high quality bootlegs. I’ve bought about 40 to 50 and have been super impressed and I’m not a bootleg guy at all. Anyway I just checked and it’s not listed but I have seen it there for $30. I’ll keep an eye out for it.

[@lordvader5233]

How are these compared to plastin bin

[@dimifisher7942]

A really honest question, you believe all those cds have good music? I tend to be very picky with i everything i want to own, cant believe that there are so many good records in the world, lol.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Haha…yes all are good or I wouldn’t own them. That being said I listen to music for different reasons. It can be because the music is spectacular. But it can also be for context and historical reasons like a member of a famous band did a solo album and when I’m listing to the famous band I like to listen to related items. It doesn’t mean everything is the best ever, but it’s good for what it is and what it provides me.

[@theburningelement.6447]

Most people when thay buy a dvd holder don't realise the part that actually reads on the disc goes towards the plastic

[@BrendonSnyder]

Really? I don’t know anyone who has put it in upside down.

[@teddypintono4881]

Dear sir, i appreciate and salute how you organize all those CDs. Question: since i am planning to go on a flight and bringing my CDs collection with me. Can You Bring CDs on a Plane? How do you usually pack those CDs on a flight? I need your advice, Please kindly help, thanks

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yea you can take them on a plane. If you’re checking the luggage then they have to be protected as good as if you were mailing them. If you’re taking them to your seat on the plane then not special packaging is needed.

[@teddypintono4881]

@@BrendonSnyder thanks for the kind reply, but is it safe to bring all of them in a large quantity on the cabin for overseas flight? Like 90 cases of cd album in one box?

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yes totally fine. There is nothing in a CD that can be affected by cabin pressure or flight. You’re ok to proceed 👍

[@dentalsurgeon5591]

Awesome video

[@feliciafisher9153]

Enjoy your videos. Very informative! Just curious what gear you listen to? CD player/DAC, speakers?

[@BrendonSnyder]

It’s a small Denon D-M41 home stereo system. For its price and size I think it has phenomenal sound.

[@feliciafisher9153]

@@BrendonSnyder How long ago did you start collecting CDs? Do you always have music playing?

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’ve been collecting since 1989 so 31 years now. And yes music is always on. I mute the tv during commercials and play music. Sleep with it on. Sometimes even have it on in the shower...haha!

[@feliciafisher9153]

@@BrendonSnyder Thanks for answering my question in your video, very cool! I, too, am ALWAYS listening to music whenever and wherever I can. Music is my life as well. I am fortunate to work for a wonderful home & car audio gear company-- thank goodness for the generous employee discount. I am familiar with your Denon set up and the Bose Quiet Comfort headphones that you use. I like hearing how others are enjoying their gear so I can recommend (or not) to my customers.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Sounds like a great place to work as I’m sure there must always be music playing. Can’t beat that!

[@CBT5777]

How long do cd's last? I've heard they last about 50 years, then they start to degrade. Vinyl, however can last a very, very long time.

[@BrendonSnyder]

CD’s haven’t been around 50 years yet but we are nearly there and will find out. But so far it doesn’t look like there is going to be any issues.

[@CBT5777]

@@BrendonSnyder Hopefully. I have about 900 of them.

[@richarddavies6365]

I’m sure hiding many of your CDs in boxes is a small price to pay for being able to live in such a great city. Of course nothing beats having your music collection on full display in a massive library. Do you keep your discs in alphabetical order? Not too long ago I took the time to alphabetize my music, going A-Z by category (classic rock, blues, jazz, country and so forth). However, the one major nuisance is having to adjust pretty much your whole collection in order to put new discs in their proper places.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I do keep them alphabetical but just grouped by letter so it’s a bit easier to insert a new album. However I hold out new releases in separate boxes. Like o have a box that is holding all of the 2020 releases and another for 2019. I don’t usually file away at the time that I get them. Generally I only do a major refilling one a year. It’s a full day process and sometimes longer. But I’d never give any of them up.

[@moonbeamskies3346]

I'm curious as to how the CDs are organized and how easy it is to get to them being that they are in stacked boxes, and what are the ramifications of adding new CDs to the collection?

[@qdaveq6597]

It can't be alphabetical, unless boxes are assigned to letters.

[@moonbeamskies3346]

@@qdaveq6597 My collection has about 500 to 600 discs, and I store them on a shelving unit alphabetically by artist. If I buy a new CD I make room for it by moving one disc down a shelf all the way down the unit. It must be much more complicated for a 9000 disc collection!

[@BrendonSnyder]

It is alphabetical. But it’s just all of one letter grouped together so I can place an artist of the same letter in at any point. But the organization is broken down by genera like Rock, Hair Bands, Heavy Metal, and Alternative. As new one come in I gather them up like you saw in the video as newest arrives they got their own box and will stay like that for 6 months to a year before I try to incorporate them into the overall collection. That part is an all day process with lots of reorganization. Accessing them is not too bad. I have them broken down enough to know right where to go to access what I’m looking for. But also I keep my top albums out on the rack of 800 that you see behind me.

[@qdaveq6597]

@@moonbeamskies3346 I do exactly the same - it's always annoying when a double CD ends up at the end of a shelf and needs 2 spaces to move into!

[@wynlewis5357]

Not so much a video on storing cds but more of him getting over his personal tastes in music.

[@robertbeadle769]

PS. Can't wait for Tony Martin Thorns CD

[@BrendonSnyder]

Me too!! Dying for it. I hope he doesn’t sit on it until touring returns. He seems to have gone quite on its releases.

[@billyaltavator5425]

9,000 CDs? Jesus dude

[@BrendonSnyder]

And it just keeps increasing!

[@jimmycampbell78]

That's amazing, that might be more than Sea of Tranquility and I thought Pete Pardo had the biggest CD collection I'd ever seen.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’d be curious to know how many he has. But I’m sure his vinyl collection would swamp me. Maybe he and I need to do a cross comparison or something!

[@Coneman3]

I have over 4,000 CDs and 1500 📚 books. I live alone 😂

[@BrendonSnyder]

That sounds like quite the collection too!

[@Coneman3]

5,350 CDs now 😉

[@leswidner632]

So you probably have one of the biggest collections in the world with over 11,000 CDs now

[@BrendonSnyder]

It’s pretty big yes. But there are people who claim to have collections that are 30,000 or 40,000. Who knows, there are probably people with even more.

[@royrice6060]

Trash the ones you don’t want then store the 100 left on any shelf. 👍👍👍

[@BrendonSnyder]

Clearly you’re not a collector…

[@johnroemer8121]

The question is how to compact the storage of CD's. Who cares what particular CD's the speaker likes?

[@BrendonSnyder]

Since you enjoyed the video so much…I also like the new Pearl Jam, Black Crowes, Judas Priest, Blaze Bayley, Ian Hunter, and Bruce Dickinson. 👍

[@JCardoso-j9l]

😲😧😳🤯 wait 9000 CDs I quit 😑

[@BrendonSnyder]

That’s an old video, now I’m over 11,000!

[@JCardoso-j9l]

@@BrendonSnyder nooooo way really 😳 I’m 😶 well hmm got nothing to say here 😬 you should open a CD museum and charge an entrance fee 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@metanoia5049]

Do you listen to CD’s? Lol.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Nope, just collect and store them 😉

[@snooze0023]

This is insanity. You need to stop its just waist. 9k cds is mental there isnt enough time in your life time to be able to listen to that much content more than once. You must have so much Rubbish music amongst all of that. no thanks. in one life time id say 1000 cds MAX and even thats maybe a little bit venturing into cukoo land. Dude just get hooked into spotify and your golden.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’m sorry my life choices upset you. Haha

[@flybeep1661]

This has nothing to do with passion for music. I mean come on, how the hell is he going to listen to something (if he even finds it) if he's going to have to search and fetch it in all these boxes. This is a passion for hoarding and nothing more. I've go 5 times his volume of music but mine is digital and categorized with my own custom database and player system. I can find anything i want in mere seconds. This is just stupid. I used to own cds, I've got rid of them years ago.

[@BrendonSnyder]

It you got rid of your CD’s then it appears you’re the “stupid” one. Now you’re just disconnected from the art. Sound is not the only part of an album. There is so much more and you’re missing out on it.

[@martinbgelundarvidsen6261]

Well, for years I thought 4.000+ AOR/MHR albums was plenty.... I salute you! 😂🤘🏻🎸

[@BrendonSnyder]

I salute you right back, 4000+ is a major accomplishment too!! I bet you’ve got lots of hidden gems in your collection too!

[@spacealienjesus709]

I love CD's Thank you for this video..

[@BrendonSnyder]

Welcome to the club! We’re all CD fans on this channel!

[@spaghetti.lee-69]

Storage is always an Issue. I literally had to Rent A Larger House with an Extra Bedroom To Store my Collection. Thats why I Moved further Out on Long Island. It must Be A Nightmare in Manhattan.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Oh you wouldn’t believe. All my ex- girlfriends have complained that it all takes up too much room. Hence “ex” girlfriends...haha! I’ve seriously been considering moving out of Manhattan so I can afford a bigger place and dedicate one who room to my music.

[@paulburrows7908]

2020 I bought 398 cds alone, here I thought that was lots. Lol

[@BrendonSnyder]

Haha! Yeah I think we have an addiction!

[@grahamallen9393]

Great video Brendon , really interesting how you store. Mica Calvin I know from some very brief sessions with Carl Palmer of ELP , nothing recorded but apparently a power trio in late 90s never got off the ground. Be really interesting to hear what got you into music , and the CD's you've played most. Best G

[@BrendonSnyder]

Hey Graham! Wow I would have loved to hear those two together on one album. It’s like the lost XYZ sessions with Yes members and Jimmy Page...oh what could have been!

[@almc-wi5vo]

Cool dude.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Thanks! 🙏

[@HeavenReservation]

Brendon: Thanks for the great video, I have one important issue to add to your box. I use to store my sports card collection and the termites got to it. I'd say if you're in a termite area. Do not use cardboard at all, once they eat the cardbaord, the nasty stuff will find its way into the plastic of the cd's similar to what it did to my card collection.

[@globalcommunityradio9620]

Hello. Thank you for this informative and interesting video. I found your video because I am doing some research regarding moving a large music library. Eventually, I will be moving from upstate New York to Springfield, Illinois. I am a volunteer radio DJ with approximately 6,000 CDs. Currently, most of them are in CD racks/shelving units. But I obviously can't move them that way. So I have been trying to determine the best way to safely move my collection approximately 800 miles in a U-haul truck/trailer. In your opinion, would the type of boxes you are using now be suitable for storing the CDs for a long haul move? If not, what would you suggest? Any advice from you and others reading this comment would be greatly appreciated. Thank you again. Best, Jason

[@BrendonSnyder]

Hi Jason, yes the boxes would be great as long as they are packed tight so that CD’s can’t slide around inside. The lids would need to be taped on. Then it’s just up to the people moving you to understand that what’s inside is fragile and the boxes while sturdy can not be thrown around. I’ve moved with my collection like this before and only ended up with a few cracked cases. It’s how I plan to do it in the future when I move again.

[@modelcarmagnet5240]

Follow weekly on compact disc Compact Disc Collector's Cave. I use postal shipping boxes ( I know... I'm bad )... Hold 67-68 CD's... I like your solution much better... Asserting to build my master shelves using 2 bright copper pipe per level and black stained panel stilts every 5'= 13 levels high.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Hi Jamie! Thank you for following on Facebook. If you’re interested in making these boxes, I made a “how to” video, see link kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJO5aY1na9N8e6c

[@sweetp2475]

Whoa! That's quite a few cds...dude sorry but I'm busy on the day you decide to move!

[@BrendonSnyder]

What no help?! Awwww

[@michellegillman4381]

Thank you. What a good idea!

[@johnbenard9550]

Now where’d I Put that Greg Lake solo album . . . That’s gotta suck when you get a musical craving for an artist that’s on one of the bottom rows. Or when you have to add a new purchase to an existing full box. You need to put your architectural skills to work and build a custom shelving unit, making them easily accessible. Not to mention the effect all the weight of 11 boxes are going to have of the poor 12th box in each row. I restricted my collecting to only top priority favorite bands years ago. Being a family man with 4 kids, luckily Spotify came along. So I indulge through Spotify, KZbin and other online streaming. Saves space and money, a lot easier to satisfy a spur of the moment musical craving too. It was tough to over come the gratification of having the physical media but had to learn to go without when records where phased out. It’s a sacrifice that I had to make with cd collecting, family or music collection basically.

[@BrendonSnyder]

I’ll never give up music collecting or the physical format. I do stream in order to have access to music as soon as it’s released and stuff I don’t want to buy but want to hear. But I won’t limit myself in what I collect. And surprisingly it’s not had to access or find what I’m looking for. Sure if I had the space and all the money in the world I’d build something but that’s not an option. So boxes and continued collecting it is....oh there’s that Greg Lake solo album!!

[@johnbenard9550]

@@BrendonSnyder Glad your current system works for you, although the bottom row is probably gonna have problems after years of holding all the 11 boxes above it. The other problem is as your probably aware a collection as big as yours makes for problems with your girlfriends, or wife, why I chose to cut back or restrict and can still enjoy listening instead of owning. Curious how do you store all your Box Sets?

[@BrendonSnyder]

These CDs have been stored like this for 12 years and there are no issues. I access these weekly from top to bottom and they’re all in pristine condition. As far issue with girlfriends, I don’t let others dictate my ihappiness, interests, or what I do. Music is Life. Period.

[@SeanMorrisonRocks]

I'm originally from Staten Island... You from NYC???

[@BrendonSnyder]

Yep in Manhattan. Been here for 21 years now.

[@SeanMorrisonRocks]

@@BrendonSnyder I used to go to Lamour in Brooklyn alot.... The owners of the club managed Tyketto, Tora Tora, Overkill, White Lion, Mitch Malloy when he played as Malloy and his band was always opening for nationals at Lamour.... When he released his debut album he had different mgt

[@BrendonSnyder]

It would have been nice to be here during the heyday and experiment all those bands playing Lamours.

[@SeanMorrisonRocks]

@@BrendonSnyder it was fun

[@kevinogracia1615]

Two ears vs. 9000+ cd's... damn!

[@BrendonSnyder]

And now it’s 11,000+ CD’s…

[@karendadd483]

If you like triumph you might like a group called Rick Santers

[@BrendonSnyder]

I recognize the name. Don’t know if it’s related to the fact he played on their last 3 albums. All of which I like so I’ll check his band out. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@karendadd483]

Yes he played with Triumph aswell..he's good Friends with Rik Emmett

[@Nephilim-81]

Wonderful my friend. Very organized and I noticed their are numbers on the boxes, so you could keep each band on file. ;) Also that Mr. Big Vault is super epic. Really amazing looking set and I remember enjoying your review on it. Anyhow. My wife thinks I’m nuts having 1300 CDs. Lol.

[@BrendonSnyder]

Well just show her my channel and tell her she could be dealing with a guy who has 9000 CDs the next time she complains about yours.

[@Nephilim-81]

@@BrendonSnyder oh my goodness. The only thing that saves me is that she has a ton of books! Lol also she is gonna be dealing with a 9,000 cd man cause I’m well on my way. I’m only 40. ;)

[@BrendonSnyder]

Keep it going man!!

[@Nephilim-81]

@@BrendonSnyder 2020 was such a big and great year for me music wise. The last time I remember buying so much terrific music and making terrific discoveries along the way was 2013. I have a feeling that 2021 is gonna be wallet damaging as well. ;)

[@BrendonSnyder]

I agree I think 2021 is going to be an even bigger year for music. Plus once touring returns every band is going to release something to promote. It’s going to be a tsunami of music and I welcome it. Please drown me in new music by my favorite artists!! Lol