Diskeeper Anti-Static Inner Sleeves – Premium HDPE Record Sleeves for 12" Vinyl LPs (50 Pack)

Although I've only been into the record thing for about 5 years now, given that I source most of my records from thrift stores, I often come across records that at some point in the past have lost their sleeves or have sleeves so damaged as to not be usable. Early on after doing some research, I came across the Diskeeper 2.0 Anti-static sleeves. I chose them based on good reviews and because I was looking for an anti-static solution that wouldn't break the bank. I threw them on my Amazon wishlist and got them as a Christmas present. I was not disappointed in the quality of them and when I needed more, these were the ones I spent my own money. These sleeves are really nice. Made of a good durable anti-static plastic, they resist a static charge building up on the record put in them and hold up really well to repeated use. I don't believe scratching is an issue with these, at least not that I've ever noticed. The plastic is really smooth and silky, not a surface that will be likely to scratch a record. They are on the thin side, but not so much that I've ever really had trouble getting them back into a record jacket. It can be a little bit of work to get them open to put the records into due to the cut of the opening. Sure you can get more substantial sleeves than these, but these are well made and they're not that expensive. I really think these are a great value buy and I'm likely to keep buying them myself for the foreseeable future.

I purchased these record sleeves for one reason, and one reason only -- they were less expensive than the Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab (MFSL) inner sleeves I usually order. I like the MFLS sleeves -- $20, and free two-day shipping because I'm an Amazon Prime member. But this time when I was shopping they removed the free shipping, so I searched for others and found these. There's not much to say other than that they seem to have the similar, but not exact, qualities as the MFSL sleeves. Perhaps a little thinner. Perhaps not. I can't tell. In some other reviews users complain about static electricity being drawn to these sleeves making them more difficult to use. I don't see it. Or feel it. Or sense it. I am a sick record nut -- I have about 10k LPs, and quite a few 45s. I always replace paper inserts with poly sleeves such as the MFSL (and these!). To make sure I don't mar an album's surface I face the opening of the inner sleeve toward the opening of the album cover, so I just have to hold the album cover and slide out the record -- and I only have to touch the label and outer edge of the record when removing it. Whether or not there is static electricity doesn't really come into play. Yes, during the winter sometimes albums do have some static charge when I place them on the turntable's platter. In those cases I use an old Zerostat gun (they do not "wear out") to disperse the charge Remember, I said I was I was a sick record nut. Those of my ilk own a Zerostat, various stylus cleaners, and often a vacuum/wet record cleaner. As I do. Don't hate me because I'm beautiful. PS -- any old vinyl laying around gathering dust that you don't want? Bringing them to a brick and mortar record store is a waste of time, they'll just give you pennies on the dollar for your records. I, in turn, will give them a loving home where they will be cherished and LISTENED TO. Box them up. I'll pay postage. PM (private message) me! ;) .

Review Added To, July 7, 2017 (see last paragraph) These lower-priced sleeves provide what appears to be superior protection on par with other inner sleeves that have long been renowned for the protection they provide (MoFi). I have had some of those on some albums for decades now and their reputation is well deserved. These I have only been using for a relatively short time but am impressed so far. Seems to prevent static build-up admirably and none of them have yet to become brittle or clingy. These seem to be made of the same or similar plastic as the high quality pricier sleeves but without the stiffening paper insert. All though the material is thin it is sturdy enough for normal handling and some reviewers comment that they will fit inside some printed inner sleeves (I always slide the new sleeve and the original sleeve into the outer jacket separately). Not always easy to insert in all album jackets (sometimes they'll wad up, especially in those thin Euro outer covers, only minutely sticks out of one jacket out of the nearly 250 I have used and that one's original paper sleeve stuck out even more), but are always easy to remove as is the actual disc from the inner sleeve. I am pretty confident that they help prevent scratches from sneaky grit (or maybe that is my own level of fastidious record handling). For my budget the price is low enough that even .25 cent thrift store albums get one of these upon cleaning even if the original sleeve is present and in good condition; the other pricier sleeves do not go near albums of dubious pedigree. Can't say much more really, save that I will always replenish these when my supply gets low and won't bother testing out other low priced alternatives unless long term storage reveals problems associated with ageing. Now it is time to abandon the electronic device that allows access to Amazon and bust out some vinyl and fire up the turntable in order to feed the soul. -- enjoy your music whenever you can There has been quite a few Amazon reviews questioning the efficacy of this product's anti-static qualities. No anti-static sleeves I am aware of remove static, what they do is retard the new build-up of static after you discharge the stored static electricity on the vinyl disc by providing a path to ground (the various methods of which is a lengthy subject for another time). I have had no incidents of static affecting these sleeves. If that is truly happening there may be issues of quality control with the formulation of the material the sleeves are made from. I would postulate that the perception that the sleeves come charged with static is in error. My guess is that the sleeves being flexible and closed on 3 sides when flattened together under pressure as in shipping/storage have had a vacuum created between the layers, this is why they cling together. This can occur in any stack of flat impermeable sheets especially if they are flexible. Couple this with the material being plastic and likely subjected to high temperatures during shipping and/or storage (plastic flows more when warm) and you have perfect conditions for the formation of a vacuum between and within the sleeves. The only thing that makes me doubt my theory is the reviewer that states he/she used a Milty Zerostat to remove the static and then they did not stick anymore. I would like more evidence and if the person involved separated the sleeves by hand first which would have removed my theorized vacuum. Just saying, again, I have had no static problems using these.

These are thick plastic and feel high-quality. I have no doubt that they will do a good job protecting my collection of classic records. My one complaint is that they are sometimes absurdly difficult to use for the first time. Think the pain of opening those plastic bags they have in the produce section of the grocery store. They do their best to stay closed. Once you get it open a little, you can slide the record in easily enough, but it's sometimes a struggle, especially if you're trying to juggle another record in your other hand.

Yes, you can pay more for what some will argue are better inner sleeves for your vinyl, but for the price this is an excellent choice if you're thinking about ditching the old, yellowing paper sleeves in your collection. As I began a massive cleaning/re-sleeving (both inner and outer) project for my record collection, I debated back and forth over which way to go for inners — while MoFi or even the Diskeeper Ultimate sleeves were consistently in the top spot on every message board and forum I read, I just felt that the price was a bit too steep to get the several hundred I'd need for a mass replacement. (NOTE: Yes, you could spring for the next-level sleeves for just the crown jewels in your collection if you want.) I very nearly ended up going with an acid-free classic paper sleeve because, well, almost all my records have been sitting in paper sleeves for 40, 50, 60 or even 70 years, and they're in pretty great shape. Why reinvent the wheel? But the 100-pack of paper sleeves I had decided on was $22, and two 50-packs of the Diskeeper 2.0 sleeves would cost just about $30, so I thought that was certainly close enough to justify the leap into the world of poly inners. And I'm glad I did. These sleeves are very nice! Elsewhere, people have complained that these sleeves are too thin, or hard to open, or cause as much (or more) static than other options. Your own opinions and results may vary, but I don't share any of those opinions or experiences. They are thin, but they have a great feel to them. If you've ever had an album that came with a plastic inner sleeve (some Chrysalis titles come to mind), these are NOT like those (paper thin, wrinkly, with a tendency to crumple easily when trying to slide the record back in). The 2.0s feel sturdy, don't seem like they'd crumple or tear very easily, and while I have had some very occasional and mild issues with static, it's the middle of winter in Minnesota as I write this — about as dry and cold as anywhere, save for the Arctic. Considering how much less of an issue static has been since I've started switching out my paper sleeves, I'd say the 2.0s have performed admirably. The only thing close to a complaint I'd have would be that with some older covers (mostly from the 50s), the inners hang out of the opening of the cardboard sleeve by about 1/8" or so. If I ever end up losing sleep over it, I guess I could take a ruler and X-Acto to them, but it's barely noticeable and not really a bother to me. For well over 95% of the albums I've dropped them in, they fit perfectly. Just make sure you give your discs a good cleaning or dusting before you swap out all your sleeves, as you don't want to take any of that old paper dust with the record to it's new poly home.

I've recently been getting back into vinyl after a 15 year absence. I've found many wonderful records at the local thrift store, but the vast majority of them smell musty, and some of them have visible mold/mildew on the jackets and dust sleeves due to years of improper storage by the previous owners. The outer jackets are often not salvageable, unfortunately, and the paper dust sleeves are usually falling apart, but the records themselves clean up remarkably well when given a good washing. Once that's been accomplished, these Diskeeper 2.0 sleeves are the perfect choice to keep the records from getting dusty, dirty, and moldy again. I'll also be using these to replace the paper dust sleeves in my pre-existing record collection, since paper tends to deposit a lot of dust on the records and is a breeding ground for mold. The price is reasonable, the quality is far superior to plain paper sleeves, and I haven't been able to find anything like this locally, so I'm very glad that Amazon carries them. Highly recommended to anyone who cares about their vinyl collection.

Good quality album sleeves protect your vinly LP’s and are anti static.

This is a simple, no frills option to replacing the inferior paper sleeves that came with your LP's. Some LP's come with quality storage sleeves, but most don't. We've all experienced the torn paper sleeves, and the worst part about those is the can put micro scratches in your LP's. There are other options out there - some more expensive, some with liners - but for the most part I appreciate simplicity and cost effectiveness over more features when it comes to these sleeves. My main objective is to get them in and out of the sleeve as fast as possible, with little wrinkling and deformation of the sleeve, and these do that. Summary of what I like about these sleeves: - Cost effective at about 30 cents a pop. - The arrows so you can see the orientation of the opening. I keep my record / sleeve outside of the album pocket, inside an outer sleeve so that allows me to easily see the arrows, and make sure they are oriented correctly so the album won't fall out. - Static resistant - these seem to be semi-impervious to static, and living in AZ that is important. - Wrinkle / crease free - these seem to hold their shape well, without forming permanent creases. Plus, they are not crinkly and noisy when handling. What could use improving? Sometimes it is hard to open the sleeve with one hand while holding the album in the other when putting the record in. It is like those thin shopping bags at the grocery store where it can be hard to pull it open. A little moisture on the finger helps. Recommended if you want a simple, no frills solution. Thanks for reading.

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great item - stronger than standard sleeves - offer great protection and no static so far!

Rayan los discos, dejan micro rayas que son visibles bajo buena luz, por lo visto en varios foros americanos comentan lo mismo. Hice la prueba con uno disco nuevo y apenas introduje medio disco muy delicadamente y aún así al comprobar debajo de una luz se podría ver que ya habían rayas. Fatal.

Great product - very useful in protecting vinyl records. Glad I found them

Sturdy and protect albums well. What i like most over other sleeves is that with a album inside, IT SLIDES INTO THE ALBUM COVER EASILY, without crumple or struggle, unlike many that i have used. Obviously cut to thr perfect size. I can't finf fault here and will use always from now on.