The Sleeves I Use

[@christopherwillis964]

This video was a game changer for me. And all of your videos are a delight to watch because they aren't only informative but also heartfelt and honest (a rarity on KZbin). I wonder if someone could comment on how to use these amazing sleeves for a tri-fold record?

[@groovingyourway]

I made a video demonstrating a tri-fold, using 3 vinylstoragesolutions outers (2 multipurpose, 1 dual pocket). Folds flat & preserves! There are other ways I guess you could do it too if you wanted another pocket, swapping out a multi. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eHSZgZuvpMqlrNE

[@noblesavage23]

genius system and genius teacher ;). the sleeves arrived today and your instructions are flawless! Thank you!

[@LagunaRider1961]

I use the Diskeeper audiophile inner sleeves on all my records. They are amazing.

[@rastheike4329]

Tolle Sleeves, Michael, hatte bislang noch nicht das Richtige gefunden, womit ich Cover u. Vinyl standesgrmäß u. clever versorge. ❤️Heike Sehr schön gezeigt u. erklärt.

[@Michael45RPM]

Freut mich, danke!

[@monochromios]

Cleaver solution. I can’t believe I’ve never thought about it. Thank you so much for sharing, you gave me a solution for my gatefold album 🙏

[@Geoduck.]

Even a simple minded clumsy guy like me clearly understood your description. Ordered 100 sleeves a 10% off sale this weekend.

[@krwd]

very clever thanks for the tip on the gatefold.

[@murchmurchison7990]

Thanks for the tips! I bought these and one thing I noticed is that this method can put strain on the jacket especially the spine. Some of my gatefolds were slightly bowing after a week and some the spine were slightly rounded. The other issue is that, with this method, no pressure can be put on the jackets because the vinyl itself is pinched on the inside where it meets near the inner spine. You have to be careful how the record is positioned here when you put it back. My solution was to simply not seal the inner flap inside the gatefold. That way there is no strain on the jacket at all and no pinching possible. It doesn't look nice having the white strip left inside, however, so I think I'll try doing these gatefolds instead using one resealable and one tuck. That way the tuck is on the inside and there is no strip. There is no strain when opened or closed. I think the tuck can also be tucked into the opposite sleeve. These sleeves are definitely my new favorite though. Very nice clarity.

[@LisaTedescoVC]

Thank you for the advice and demonstration. It was nice of you to do this for others. Cheers. ✌️🖖❤️

[@Michael45RPM]

Was a pleasure Lisa:-)

[@rbhis000]

Thanks for the tip! Very practical and helpful.

[@TheRodfather1978]

I bought these sleeves for my collection and I LOVE them. They are by far the best on the market, I only wish they still made the crystal clear inner sleeves to replace my mofi inners. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@lightcut]

Thank you for the wonderful demonstration. Excellent!

[@vinylrulesok8470]

Ingenious solution for a gatefold sleeve. Wish I’d known about this a few years ago because the clear gatefold I used for my original copy of The Wall ruined the cover

[@raulgrajales9920]

Recently I discover your channel!!Great videos!!Keep your good work Michael!! Long live vinyl!!🔥

[@jaypink2696]

Great idea..! Thanks once again Michael

[@penguinshoes6256]

Thank you for this video! this is how I like to sleeve my gatefold records now because it gives the gatefold more room to breath instead of being crammed into one outer sleeve. Once again thank you for this video

[@giovannirolla8954]

...and I did spend some money. I received the sleeves and I immediately "bagged" the recent Verve / Acoustic Sounds Coltrane Ballads reissue. The result is so satisfying... Once again thanks for the tip

[@claudec2588]

Thank you for this video. I was looking for someone to explain how to use these sleeves from Vinyl Storage Solutions for Gate Fold records. The guy at Vinyl Storage Solutions is an inventive engineer but not the best at explaining/selling his product. You have done him and everyone in the vinyl community a great service with this video.

[@andyrodriguez8705]

Thank you so much for that! I am going to try that myself👍👍

[@majortom66]

Danke für die tolle Erklärung! Die sleeves sind wirklich gut durchdacht. Gefällt mir!

[@Speekers_corner]

Meticulous care and aesthetically pleasing. Excellent method and video. Cheers, Jeff

[@hurkamur1]

Awesome. I didn't know about these sleeves. Thanks for sharing.

[@SamuelRivera_DAMN]

Thank you for the information, Michael. Excellent video!

[@Craig_KCfan]

Thank you for the excellent advice I will have to check this out further.. I am new to your channel and I must say your approach and no nonsense attitude is appealing and I will be watching more of your videos.. Thank you for an enjoyable video experience it is rare these days..

[@Michael45RPM]

Thank you so much, hope to see you often here now :-)

[@andrewjacques2265]

I’ve noticed that regular 12” clear sleeve won’t fit the tone poet lp covers. So this seems a great solution. Thanks for sharing.👍

[@Michael45RPM]

Pleasure Andrew

[@agomodern]

Buy the sleeves for double records. No need to use two sleeves for one cover.

[@moogoomoogoo5990]

Very helpful 👍

[@whitey7998]

Thank you Michael

[@Rigs275]

Great video as always thanks for the info. Channel 33RPM had the owner on his channel talking about them. Great product!! A must buy. Love your Jazz video’s, You and Maz have me hooked on Jazz with the Tone poet series. Take Care!!!

[@Matasky2010]

Great video, and they are great sleeve products, although a bit overdone for my needs. I definitely do not need inner sleeves to be sealed/flapped over. They are not subjected to dust when simply housed inside the gatefold covers. And I'm very satisfied with basic poly-lined rice paper inners.

[@Jazzeum]

Michael, I received my order from Vinyl Storage Solutions and after one flubbed attempt I like these outers very much. The MoFis are nice but these are a level above. Thanks again.

[@mikemalone2834]

Perfect, I need to step up protection for my investment!, thanks great video

[@BarakaPDub]

I like your process for developing the outer sleeves for the Gatefolds. I would take that approach but I am too far in at this point ;)

[@ErwinBlonk]

If an album comes with an outer sleeve I get rid of it. Wear and tear are why I prefer vinyl. One of my favourite albums is a second hand clearly worn looking (including the vinyl) yet surprisingly well playing copy of Kraftwerk's Radio Activity. Pristine looking albums miss that je ne sais quoi.

[@sauberf1372]

Hi Michael on the Webshop of vinyl storage there are quoted with out a flap or with a tuckable flap. Could you please quote which exact version you ordered?

[@zoomhot12]

Here 's the number DP4R12CPP 12 inch 4 mil reseal album dual sleeve 25 per pack

[@sauberf1372]

@@zoomhot12 Thank you very much! Very kind !!

[@roscoejones4515]

I'm glad you mentioned the MoFi inners, I've used those for 20 years, and probably won't be changing, though I like how your inners completely close. So maybe, when they're available again. My outers have always been the Japanese resealable, I'll try your method for the thicker gatefolds that don't fit, thanks for that. Love your vids, stay safe.

[@darrens7040]

with you on that one

[@giovannirolla8954]

That's very good! Now I know where I'll spend some more money!

[@analoguecity3454]

All of your videos are interesting and informative! Sometimes I don't always comment, but I'm watching and thumbing you up!

[@stevedundee866]

Another great vid. Thank you Michael 👍

[@mikeh7262]

This is absolutely cool. I like it.

[@goldsmg7165]

Can I get the link for the outer sleeves please

[@ravigiani6528]

Hi Michael can please tell we’re to buy the clear inner sleeves with conceal flap.

[@admusicmas9694]

Great video Michael. I’m one those who ask you about the sleeves. So, I order 2 pack but I order the ones with the flap not the tape. anyway, I think it will work. Thanks again Michael.

[@mpw116]

F’ing brilliant.

[@quikspecv4d]

I ordered some for my gatefolds. They are still on back order. Hopefully they will be available soon. This is a great idea. I will stick with the mofi inners though. I’m just used to them.

[@tcr02]

Just the video everyone needs. Thank you! :)

[@BlueDodgerman]

Unfortunately, because so many fools voted to leave the EU in the UK, I could not believe it when I heard the news. Anyway, I bought 100 Outer Sleeves and 50 rice paper sleeves, the sad thing is, I had to pay close to £40, in shipping. I purchased them an hour ago, and I will have to pay more in VAT when they reach me. :-(( But, it's still worth keeping my MOFI, AP and all my NM copies of Classic First presses from my 46 years of collecting. In the best condition possible ;-) Super Channel, Michael Any time you are looking for a worker, I will work for you, for Min wage, think about it. ;-)) Regards Rodger

[@MajorTom106]

How well would this work with the version with non-resealable flaps?

[@davidraedts4167]

Great solution, thanks for the tip and your excellent channel! Are they also available from an European store to avoid the import duties?

[@delfordwilson7338]

Thank you for sharing!

[@martinchupac7164]

Danke fur das superb tutorial video!

[@jonathanstegmayer7200]

Thank you for the informative video. Can you share a link to where these are sold?

[@bareknuckles2u]

Thank you for another lovely video!

[@lepet42]

Hi Michael - like you I purchase new inner sleeves and outer sleeve protection - although not as nice as the ones from VSS (but that will now change!). I'm keen to know if you clean your records. If you do when do you clean them and how do you clean them? - maybe worth a separate video. Personally I am quite OCD about cleaning my records - just keen to know what you and others do if they do actually clean them. Apologies if this has already been discussed - I only found you last week and I'm trying to catch up on your video's, which are great by the way. Also super impressed you enjoy electronica - I never thought I would hear electronica being mentioned on a audiophile/vinylphile channel - I can now come out of the closet! If I ever see a Michael Fremmer rave about Boards of Canada I will have to question what was in my drink :-)

[@baronsaturday951]

Hi Michael, with time, do you prefer resealable outer sleeves or outer sleeves with tuckable flaps ? The best channel for vinyl lovers !

[@edmonddesbiens]

Just ordered some. surprised the are from Canada, like me. They have UK distributor for europeans.

[@gokhanayvazoglu6295]

Hello, I’m asking for 12,75” double pocket outer sleeves. does it fit 1 gatefold album cover to 1 pocket side and 2 LP in to other pocket while we using with 2 inner sleeves?

[@mikemalone2834]

Would like to see a video on your turntable, I use a Thorens TD160 with a Grado green cartridge

[@Michael45RPM]

they just watch My Video about My Hifi

[@mostparanoid9243]

Hi there, thanks for advices. Are there any comparable solutions (closeable (resealable flap) sleeves with pockets) for europeen market? Because 25 CA$ for shipping e.g. to germany reduces the enthusiasm, doesn't it? BR

[@Derfunkmeister]

U are a bigger Nerd than I am: I wonder what your wife says to this collecting mania. I love it. I use the Mo-Fi inners and the 5 mill Acoustic sounds outer.

[@u2acrobata]

do you use the 2x 4mil sleeve to make the "gatefold" sleeve ? i thought it would only work with the 2mil sleeves cause they are thinner !!! 2x 4mil to make a "gatefold" it would be great !!! i'm planing for a new order ... i guess i'll be swapping my 2mil (reseslable) order for 4mil then ... i use 4mil dual poket with flap for most of my LP's and the the 2mil to mke gatefold... great tip!!!! Thanks

[@chrismckee4154]

I got my order of these sleeves in yesterday and the first gatefold came out perfect. The next two however have some pretty substantial cinching up on the inside seam of the jacket, causing there to be plastic lifting up off the sleeve, which is not a very good look. Any advice on how to get a flatter more seamless presentation?

[@DC-xx4kv]

Michael, in all honesty you have to have had records fall out of those pockets. There’s just no friction plastic on plastic. Jackets are meant to hold records inside. The snug fit keeps them inside as long as the inner sleeve opening is in the top load position. Also some if not most new audiophile records have inserts, booklets, posters. I personally want to see the jacket, single or gatefold in all its glory without pulling everything out of the pockets obscuring the artwork, song listing, pictures and text. To each his own but my thoughts. Thx for sharing always good to hear different POV’s.

[@justink7600]

It stores just fine if stored vertically, in my experience. But I do agree it doesn't look safe haha

[@DC-xx4kv]

@@justink7600 you know I made that comment based on optics and I was wrong. It looks dicey but it isn’t an issue. I now use the same sleeves and am hooked on using these on gate folds. So I hope Michael forgives me. He probably hasn’t even seen my comment or he ignored my hasty remark. Thx for the feedback. ☮️

[@darrens7040]

@@DC-xx4kv Well done I have been using VSS sleeves since they came on the market expensive to ship here to Australia but well worth it. The work around for gatefolds is awesome.

[@DC-xx4kv]

@@darrens7040 cool. Got to love records. I was born in the early 60’s so this is my favorite medium for music. Be well.

[@mliu472]

Do you keep your hype stickers? Wondering if I should save the original shrink and hype sticker, cut around the sticker and save, or throw them all away? Thanks!

[@Michael45RPM]

If those are not the generic ones i keep them

[@goldsmg7165]

Hi, What shall I do with double lps? Shall I put both together in the back pocket ?

[@Michael45RPM]

As u use 2 sleeves you have 2 pockets

[@stephencastro1437]

Great. I was looking for a better solution than those ugly plastic bag outer sleeves. The only issue I have is affordability. Well, off to sell some more blood! Man this vinyl thing gets expensive! LOL. Thank you Michael!

[@V1ZNS.]

Have you tried the version with the tuck in flap?

[@Michael45RPM]

Yes. I like the resealable a bit more

[@dharmahum2014]

Danke schön ! in appreciation 🙏🏾

[@4-dman464]

Very practical, but I have the same problem with plastic that Norman Mailer used to complain about. Mailer, a forthright writer who was always thinking in metaphors, likened plastic to modern spin culture where substance mattered less than semblance, a culture of deception insulated from reality. "Touch plastic, and it gives you nothing back," Mailer used to say, as if it were insulated from your touch, whereas wood, chalk, paper, iron, steel, all gave something back to the touch. It's an intellectual but tactile point too. Paper inner sleeves was the standard way back when I bought records, and the best sleeves, which Polydor always issued, compromised with outer paper and inner plastic. And you get better interaction with the album cover without plastic insulation between you and the paper/card essence of the album package and the artwork. Of course the killer discrepancy in all of that is what is the Record made out of? But I avoided that question deftly. And so I never used any outer album protection sleeves at all - - albums had to huddle next to each other on the shelves to avoid the dust. As indeed do Norman Mailer's books on the bookshelves, to this day.

[@bradleykay]

How do these inner sleeves compare to high quality rice paper inner sleeves? It’s not like sticking an LP into an outer sleeve, is it? Assuming they’re “softer” and archival quality, but figured I would ask.

[@Michael45RPM]

I am quite happy with them so far. They do a pretty good job when it comes to dust protection.

[@carnifax111]

Michael, do you have any news on the crystal clear innersleeves? They're still not available :(

[@kurtnys3987]

Hi Michael, very interesting and useful video, again 😉. Why U prefer 4 mil over 2 mil? Keep up your program. Love it !

[@Michael45RPM]

More protection Kurt

[@TheDoctorCrack]

Die mit der Extra-Tasche. Wie heißen die bzw. der Hersteller?

[@DC-xx4kv]

Michael I have an important question. I bought some of these sleeves. I am using them on single jackets only. I have a concern that placing the disc in the outer pocket may cause issues with the record it’s up against. It has the impression of the disc against the record it rests against and not the smooth surface of the rear of the jacket. So I could use some real life feedback. Thx.

[@gerry1970may3]

Hello Michael, finally I received my vinyl outer sleeves protectors from Vinyl Storage Solutions, and everything went good so far, until I got to my Vinyl Legrand Jazz from IMPEX 45rpm and I notice that The booklet that has the Album is attached to the right inner cover, there is no way to put one of the outer sleeves am I correct? I mean it can but once it is seal the sleeves there is no way to see the booklet. I think you had the vinyl if I remember correctly, any feedback will be greatly appreciated. Thanks Gerry

[@Michael45RPM]

In those cases you need his multifunctional Sleeves

[@koka1835]

Hi Mike, because I am confused about it, do you use this outer sleeve: 4 mil SINGLE Pocket (12 inch) LP Vinyl Record Outer Sleeves - Crystal Clear CPP-25 Sleeves to a pack - WITH A TUCKABLE FLAP or this one: 4 mil Dual Pocket LP Vinyl Record Outer Sleeves (RESEALABLE) - Crystal Clear CPP- 25 Sleeves to a pack. Great channel btw.

[@Michael45RPM]

I use this: 4 mil Dual Pocket LP Vinyl Record Outer Sleeves (RESEALABLE) - Crystal Clear CPP- 25 Sleeves to a pack.

[@KristianHilf]

Found it !! That's called - ZEE GERMAN ORGANIZATION :-P Meticulous when it comes to organizing anything , germans don't like chaotic , misplaced , unorganized work !

[@dudelester2504]

Now I see a use for those terribly dangerous stickered sleeves. I usually replace them immediately as they are prone to stick to the covers and damaging them forever. Won't do it anyways, I'm fine with the traditional method.

[@joerglemann]

Danke für den Hinweis auf Hüllen von VinylStorageSolutions. Insbesondere die Außenhüllen finde ich mega interessant. War auf der Webseite unterwegs und denke es müssten die „4-mil-dual-pocket-lp-vinyl-record-outer-sleeves-resealable-crystal-clear-cpp-25-sleeves-to-a-pack sein“,oder? Gibt es tatsächlich keine Möglichkeit mehr als ein paar wenige 25er Pakete zu bekommen (Thema Mengenbegrenzung wegen der Versandkosten für europäische Kunden) ... und zahlt man tatsächlich zweimal Tax, einmal bei VSS und dann beim deutschen Zoll? Mit besten Grüßen, Jörg

[@Michael45RPM]

Ja genau die sind es. Und leider kommt man um die Mengenbegrenzung nicht herum.....Zoll nur einmal..reicht auch :P

[@joerglemann]

45 RPM Audiophile vielen Dank für die prompte Antwort 👍🏼

[@sytc1]

Don't use any outer sleeves!!!! The vinyl inside will be damaged because of the humidity. The water vapour simply could not get out. Vinyls need AIR!!! Believe me, I had some vinyls damaged over the years.

[@chrismckee4154]

Maybe this has been asked already but how about 2 disc 45 rpm records? Do you store one record in the pocket on the inside of the jacket and the second on the outside as you show here for a single disc?

[@Michael45RPM]

exactly Chris

[@parageierw5866]

Welche Hüllen sind das? Sind so viele im Programm

[@LightBlazeMC]

amazing trick for gatefold records

[@philipgrills3961]

michael, not sure if you not have a ticking bomb on your records because the guy from now spinning magazine has reported problems with his pvc sleeves sticking to his records and taking off the outer layer of his records, maybe good to take a look. kind regards from ban nakha.

[@Michael45RPM]

Its not PVC!

[@juandv930722]

really clever, looks very neat, are the ones you use the single or double pocket?

[@Michael45RPM]

double pocket

[@leon9021]

The outer sleeves are nice, but those inner sleeves just look way too stiff and abrasive, sort of like the RTI inner. I would be very worried about scratches forming as I can even hear the friction when it slides in, not to mention struggling to seal them with the record in.

[@atreju65]

Seems they don‘t deliver to Germany anymore!?

[@nonig3898]

❤️ Ricki lee Jones

[@NotedArchived]

Brilliant

[@ThoseBackPages]

i am brand new to your channel! this is like the third video ive seen, or fourth. anyway, i am fascinated by your tattoos! you must be a musician, Sir! also, and this is going to sound weird, as you are an audiophile, but the sound level on your youtube videos is LOW LOW LOW! lol

[@bricedetruche742]

Great video, those sleeves look amazing. Shame that the shipping to France is close to $30. I just got the Kind of Blue MoFi 45RPM Boxset and was wondering what kind of protection do you use for those boxsets? Love your channel Michael, keep it up!

[@janik1983]

12eur? crazy

[@TONEScott]

Interesting Method; thank you for sharing. TONE

[@roscoejones4515]

Oh, and just FYI, a 'mil' is not an abbreviation for 'millimeter', it is a rather oddball measurement used by the plastics industry, whereby 1 mil is .001 of an inch, or about .025 of a millimeter. A 4 millimeter cover would be quite thick! 😉

[@husqvarnastrategyinsightst5041]

Dear 45 RPM Audiophile, really love your channel, very relaxing to listen to! :-) Quick question, and sorry if it has been posted already at another video, but if you have 2 LPs do you put these in 2 separate inner sleeves, and then still put them in one outer pocket, or do you put 1 LP in 1 pocket (in case for instance of gatefolded albums with 2 LPs)? Any reply highly appreciated!

[@Michael45RPM]

Usually 0ne in every pocket

[@husqvarnastrategyinsightst5041]

@@Michael45RPM Thank you!

[@casablanca2745]

You had me buying in until you stashed the vinyl on the outside of the LP.

[@agomodern]

Protects the cover, but does little for the record. I don’t get why so many in the VC love them.

[@agomodern]

I didn’t know exactly how these worked and now I don’t understand the point of doing this. Definitely not for me. Outer sleeves are expensive enough just using one for each record.

[@tiborosz1825]

Oversized hefty garbage bags are the way to go. Protects against uv rays.

[@billmorgan306]

Bit OCD for me..

[@heifetz6382]

Nicht sehr sexy! Ich hoffe, die Musik klingt nicht so aseptisch wie die Verpackung aussieht.