Nagaoka Trading Co., Ltd. Launches Sales of “GRS-LP10,” Glassine Paper Record Sleeves Ideal for Long-Term Storage of Your Valued Records｜NAGAOKA Co., Ltd. | Diamond Record Styli and Precision Components

2023.04.19

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Nagaoka Trading Co., Ltd. Launches Sales of “GRS-LP10,” Glassine Paper Record Sleeves Ideal for Long-Term Storage of Your Valued Records

Nagaoka Trading Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative: Kae Nagaoka) will begin selling the “NAGAOKA Glassine Paper Record Inner Sleeve GRS-LP10,” a record storage inner sleeve made with glassine paper and suitable for storing records, under the “NAGAOKA” brand, which handles styluses and record accessories, at consumer electronics retailers, audio shops, and EC sites nationwide.

10 sheets per product; manufacturer’s suggested retail price: ¥1,760 (tax included)

This product is an LP-size inner sleeve. When stored in a standard vinyl record sleeve, vinyl burn may occur due to aging or storage conditions, causing fatal noise on the record. Glassine paper is excellent in moisture resistance, oil resistance, mold resistance, and abrasion resistance, making it ideal for long-term storage of valuable records.

The flap allows records to be stored neatly and prevents dust and other particles from entering the sleeve. The opening also features a gusset to help prevent scratches when inserting and removing records. With a focus on quality, all processes are carried out in Japan.

What Is Vinyl Burn?

This is a condition of records said to be caused by plasticizers, additives contained in vinyl. Contact between the vinyl bag and the record causes the record surface to become cloudy and turn white.

Records affected by vinyl burn cannot be played with clear sound, and it cannot be removed by cleaning.

Vinyl burn that has occurred on a record (the streak-like area circled in red)