30 Best Vinyl Record Storage Ideas - Top Record Player Cabinets

2022-05-29 17:36:29 By : Mr. Shaohui Zheng

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Any music lover knows that a turntable is more than just a device to play your favorite tunes—it's a way of life. Perched on a midcentury console or nestled between shelves of album covers, it also makes a low-key design statement. But while style is important, so is functionality. After all, you have to be able to find your favorite album at a moment's notice to really make it work. Whether you've got a small record collection of select vinyl you listen to on repeat or hundreds of records to browse, store, and display, keeping everything organized is key. These clever vinyl record storage ideas are extra stylish and will keep your albums safe and easily accessible. Don't delay, invest in game-changing storage solutions today!

Available in gold and black, this vinyl storage rack has room on top for your record player and space below for your favorite (perhaps music-themed!) coffee table books.

A smart piece of furniture with plenty of storage space that also has built-in speakers and surface space for your record player? Sign us up. Beyond the media console, this living room by Danielle Fennoy is ideal for entertaining and dance parties.

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If you really want to go all out, designate some built-in shelves for your records. In this media room designed by Elizabeth Roberts, the books are conveniently located on the back wall while the records are stored right under the record player.

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Another way to display your favorites? Install record ledges like these, as design firm Cuff Home did in this family-friendly living room. Choose shorter shelves that hold two each for an airy look, or opt for longer ones that carry four. Just be sure to measure your wall space beforehand.

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Available in rose or green, a milk crate is perfect for storing a smaller record collection. As it grows, simply buy more to host your new finds. Oh, and the crate is foldable. So if you ever decide to switch up your record display, you'll be able to quickly stow it away.

The entryway in this home designed by John Humphreys is equipped with a record/AV/Turntable cabinet, bench, shelf, and coat rack made from pecan with large nails functioning as hooks. Though limited to one corner wall, the space serves several functional purposes.

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Use an old armoire or china cabinet to keep your collection tidy. Leanne Ford Interiors upcycled this one and transformed it into the perfect piece for living room entertaining. The top two shelves are dedicated to barware while the bottom shelf is the right height for a record library. If you like the idea of your vinyl stowed out of sight but don't have enough space for a large piece, try a smaller cabinet like the one below.

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Opt for a portable storage piece if you plan on traveling with your records. This carrier case can fit more than 30 records; if that's just the tip of your musical iceberg, create an eclectic display by using crates and bins to manage the overflow as shown here.

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There's nothing wrong with filling your bookshelves with vinyl records. In this colorful urban loft designed by Emil Dervish, the floor-to-ceiling shelving unit is ideal for storing all types of items, from books to CDs, listening devices—and, of course, records.

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Pamela Shaamshiri designed a storage wall behind salvaged wood doors that opens up to a DJ station, complete with task lighting as if it's a room of its own. When the doors are closed, a wood-burning fireplace and vintage chair make for a super cozy and calm reading nook.

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Keep your favorites out in the open by the record player or stack them on the coffee table in lieu of coffee table books, as Catherine Kwong does here in this family room. A hook for headphones is strategically built right into the sofa platform.

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If you love putting your favorite album covers front and center, these pop-open frames are perfect for showing them off while still enabling easy listening. Bonus points if you can hang them above your very own jukebox as Leanne Ford did here.

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Here's a simple storage rack that comes in three colors (peach, black, and mint) and has space for a beginner vinyl collection. Now all you have to do is find a concert poster that's just as cool to create the ultimate shrine to your music gods.

The key to keeping your vinyl records on a built-in shelf like this one styled by Studio Robert McKinley is a discreet filing system. This wooden record stand holds up to 50 records, and the acrylic panels on either side ensure that you can still show off your favorites.

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The cubbies in this low-profile credenza can hold up to 240 records, but if your vinyl collection is smaller, use it to display art, concert paraphernalia, and other knickknacks—a win-win, really.

Commune Design simply stacked some records under a bench for a no-fuss boho look. If you want to keep your vinyl protected, opt for an acrylic crate that lets you show them off proudly without exposing them to the elements. The one below stores 40 records and has an acrylic panel so you can flaunt your favorite out front.

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Repurpose an old filing cabinet to hold an extensive record collection, and then animate the wall with other music-related items (most of us don't have this many beautiful instruments to hang, but if you do, go for it!). To get your record collection as organized as possible, invest in a divider set that lets you store your records alphabetically.

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These handy little gadgets hang your records (both the covers and the records themselves!) in a way that makes them appear to be floating on the wall. It's basically the gallery wall you've always wanted.

If your place is minimalist, cut down on visual clutter and stay organized with wicker baskets. Tuck them under a bench or coffee table. In this build-in bench designed by Robert McKinley, the wicker baskets are separated by cubby dividers. Just make sure you measure before ordering so you get the right dimensions.

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Put your go-to records in a retro magazine stand for an approachable yet elevated arrangement that's also highly functional, as Romanek Design Studio did in this cool sunroom.

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Optimize built-in shelves to prop up your vinyl records. Instead of storing them like books with spines facing out, Leanne Ford placed them face-forward for the artwork to be admired. If you don't want to add customized shelving to your space, choose ledges but mix in other floating shelves to display barware and books for a similarly eclectic effect. You can configure the number of rows and columns on this shelving system to fit your space, then simply slide your records in and out from the sides to access them when it's listening time.

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These almost-floating wall-mounted shelves are deeper than they appear. Each one holds between 20 and 25 records, simply rotate the display however you wish.

Use a small side table to hold a large speaker in style. An airy ledge like this one in a moody study by Romanek Design Studio is perfect for functioning as a makeshift vinyl record storage unit, too. Simply keep albums upright with a cool set of bookends.

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A budding record collector won't need a massive media console. Start with a smaller one like this side table in a kid-friendly music room designed by the Novogratz.

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Contain records or magazines on floating hexagonal shelves—but don't stop at just one. Arrange several of them in a fun pattern to add a little flair to your wall.

If you're a serious record collector, this is the storage unit for you. It holds 800 (yes, you read that right!) records, and can be used horizontally like a media console or vertically like a bookcase.

In addition to a handy vinyl storage piece, this lively music room also channels a fun music hall with great neon artwork. You can accomplish the same vibe in your home with a single piece: The fun little stand below only holds one record at a time, but it's perfect for displaying the record you're currently spinning—the "Now Playing" sign even lights up!

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Or if a wall-mounted option works better for your space, this shelf holds one record. Instead of a clear acrylic look (which is also a great option!), the shelf is shaped like the words "Now Playing."

Each one of these wall-mounted cube shelves holds 50 to 60 records, and you can pair as many as you like to store your entire collection in style.

Take advantage of vertical space with a standing metal record rack that has three shelves for records and your favorite music magazines.