*KIDS* Disney/Pixar MONSTERS, INC. (2021, Vinyl Picture Disc LP) Randy Newman
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Description
The product is a Disney/Pixar Monsters, Inc. (2021) Picture Disc LP featuring the music of Randy Newman. This 12" PVC record comes in a cardboard sleeve and includes original shrink wrap, making it a valuable collector's item. The record is in excellent condition and includes songs from the beloved animated film, perfect for children and fans of Disney classics. With a unique picture disc design and colorful multicolor material, this limited edition release is a must-have for any vinyl enthusiast.
Picture discs are a type of vinyl record with full-color images or graphics on the playing surface, designed to be visually appealing collectibles.
Manufacturing Process
Picture discs are made using a "sandwich" approach that differs from standard vinyl pressing.
Layers: They consist of a core material (often black vinyl or aluminum in older pressings) sandwiched between two printed paper or card layers.
Clear Vinyl Film: A thin, clear polyvinyl chloride (PVC) film is placed over the printed layers on each side, and the audio grooves are pressed into this outer layer.
Pressing: Intense heat and pressure are used to fuse these layers together and stamp the grooves into the clear film.
Sound Quality and Collectibility
The primary trade-off for the unique visual aesthetic is sound quality.
Surface Noise: Because the grooves are pressed into a thinner, clear plastic film rather than solid, dense black vinyl (which uses graphite to fill imperfections and make it quieter), picture discs typically have a higher noise floor, increased surface noise, and sometimes minor distortion.
Modern Improvements: Manufacturing techniques have improved over the years, and some modern picture discs can sound quite good, but the general consensus is they are audibly inferior to a well-made standard black vinyl pressing.
Aesthetics vs. Audio: For many collectors, the visual appeal outweighs the slight audio compromise. Picture discs are highly sought after as collectible items and display pieces, rather than for dedicated high-fidelity listening. Some collectors even buy a picture disc version to display and a standard black version to play.
**Please note this is a previously enjoyed album. Cover, sleeve and record(s) will show signs of being worn. Please see pics**
***Record(s) may have scratches and/or skip. Please see pics***
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