An icon of that era, these classic crates are still available to buy via Peaches. Inspired by California’s sunny fruit groves, the stores used to sell LP crates that looked like old peach crates. Hand-made at the home of Funktion One, they come in 7” and two 12” sizes for 130, 110 and 85 records respectively, and while assembling a full unit involves time and investment, the single birch-plywood crates are both reasonably priced and readily available.Īt its ‘70s peak, there were over 45 Peaches record stores across America. More than just a record crate, Deeper Crates bolt together like an elaborate game of vinyl storage Meccano, allowing you to create sprawling shelf space out of your boxes. And what’s more you can get it personalized with a witty message of your own choosing. Hyperactive kids? This crate doubles as a fun new go-kart. OK, so these might not work so well if you’re house is carpeted, or you’re keen on real-fur rugs (but then why would you store your records there you animal? Just think of the dust), but at just £34.95 these rolling record crates are a bargain for the mobile among you. Madlib’s probably got one, so you should too. This 6-ply alder crate is the result, capable of holding about 80 7”s in your home or on the go. For a label so deeply embedded in LA’s hip hop and crate digging scene, a custom 7”s crate seems like a no brainer. Stones Throw know how to treat their own. Available in black or white, these crates come equipped with tabs and grooves so multiples can be securely stacked sideways. Avoid jail with the ultra practical Supreme Crate. Stackable with grab handles, the 7″ boxes hold up to 220 records each and the 12″ ones take 70.Īuthentic milk crates are study, portable, customisable and conveniently sized for a 12″. Whatever the reason, you may just want a cardboard box for your records. Or maybe you just love that archival aesthetic. Maybe you need to clear some space (for things other than records). Whether you’re looking for boxes for storin’, crates for wheelin’ or slings for hangin’ loose, we’ve rounded up ten cuboid containers from across a range of price points (beware the odd one out) intended primarily for use in the home.Ĭheck them out below and look out for next month’s feature on the best record bags and cases for taking your vinyl on the road. While apple boxes and wine cases should not be overlooked, there are more and more custom options available out there that will make digging through your own collection a joy every time. Sure it’s now illegal to repurpose real milk crates but that shouldn’t stop you being resourceful. Record shelves are one thing, but for flexibility, transportation and easy access, nothing beats a good old crate. The only record crate buying guide you will ever need.
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