jdjohn

I've had good luck with Acoustic Sounds (http://store.acousticsounds.com) and also ImportCDs (https://www.importcds.com). Acoustic Sounds sells some pre-owned vinyl as well, and it has always been in great shape for me, but not necessarily cheap. eBay has been good for me, but now I only purchase if it's at least NM...maybe a few exceptions depending on reviews of the seller. I've read that new pressings have a residue left from a non-stick compound that is used for easy removal from the pressing mold. I believe it. Also, you know there has to be dust and particles in the air in a manufacturing environment like that. For those reasons, I always clean new vinyl...and old! Some record cleaning solutions leave a residue as well, so always best to research and see other folks' experience. There are some good DIY record cleaning solution cocktails out there. Don't feel like you have to stick with the stuff that comes with the 'system'.