Collector & Reseller Glossary

What the jargon actually means — and what it does to resale value. 3,211 terms across 12 categories.

6 terms in Vinyl & Music starting with “B” · page 1 of 1

1. barcodeVinyl & Music
   This refers to the scannable UPC or EAN code printed on the vinyl record sleeve or inner sleeve. For collectors and resellers, the presence and integrity of the barcode are important indicators of the record's original r
2. barcode numberVinyl & Music
   This is the unique identifying number printed on the vinyl record sleeve, often found near the price or catalog information. For collectors and resellers, this number is crucial because it acts as a precise identifier fo
3. bass responseVinyl & Music
   This refers to the frequency range and depth of low-end sounds reproduced by a turntable setup, including the vinyl record, stylus, cartridge, and speakers. A good bass response means the music sounds full, rich, and imp
4. belt driveVinyl & Music
   This refers to the mechanism used in a turntable to move the platter, typically involving a belt connecting a motor to the platter. Belt-drive systems are generally favored by audiophiles and serious collectors because t
5. bootlegVinyl & Music
   A bootleg refers to a recording or pressing of music that has been made without the official authorization or licensing of the original artist or record label. These unofficial copies are often produced by independent en
6. bootleg pressingVinyl & Music
   This refers to a vinyl record that has been reproduced without the official authorization or involvement of the original record label or artist. Bootlegs are unauthorized copies, often made by independent producers or ho