Collector & Reseller Glossary

What the jargon actually means — and what it does to resale value. 3,212 terms across 12 categories.

3 terms in Vinyl & Music starting with “F” · page 1 of 1

1. first pressingVinyl & Music
   This refers to the very first run of a record pressed by the label. It signifies the initial manufacturing batch, often before any subsequent reissues, repressings, or variations were made. For collectors, this is the ho
2. flutterVinyl & Music
   This refers to a slight, rapid, and often audible variation in the speed of the vinyl record as it spins. It's caused by imperfections in the vinyl pressing, such as warping, inconsistencies in the lacquer, or issues wit
3. frequency responseVinyl & Music
   This describes the range of audible frequencies a vinyl record can reproduce, from the lowest bass notes to the highest treble sounds. A wider and flatter frequency response generally indicates higher audio fidelity, mea