Why vinyl still thrills

Music has weight size and vibe. You hold the sleeve you drop the needle and the room changes. John Stiles has lived this love for years and built Lime Green Vinyl to share it in a kind clear voice.

Made for first timers

Quick start checklist

  • Turntable level and steady
  • Counterweight set to maker spec
  • Stylus clean and ready
  • Speakers or cans plugged in
  • Spin a clean record side A
  • Smile then turn it up a bit

Starter kits

Simple setup

Solid entry table a small amp and tidy speakers. Great for a room or study.

  • Manual belt table
  • Compact amp with phono
  • Bookshelf pair

Ask John for picks

Care kit

Keep your wax clean so it lasts and sounds sweet.

  • Carbon brush
  • Stylus brush
  • Sleeves for inner and outer

Learn care tips

Space saver

Small room no prob. This makes tidy use of space with a mini rack and cable care.

  • Slim stand
  • Record cube set
  • Cable ties and mat

Find parts near you

Spin school

Setup in five mins

  1. Place table on a firm flat spot
  2. Fit belt and platter if needed
  3. Balance tonearm then set weight and bias
  4. Plug table into phono in or use a preamp
  5. Drop the needle and enjoy

Record Store Day

This world wide party began in two thousand seven and now brings fans and shops together each spring and each late fall. Visit your local shop and join the vibe.

Visit the official site

Now playing idea

Cue up a favorite side and let the room breathe.

Share your spin with a friend today

Find a shop near you

List is a tiny sample. Your town may have many more. Call ahead for hours.

Fun facts

A record groove is a tiny canyon that wiggles with the song.
Clean records can play quiet for many years.
Large art on sleeves turns a shelf into a gallery.

Mini quiz






Contact John

Send a note if you want help picking your first setup or if you just want to share a fresh find.