Pre-Order Vinyl: Why You Should Reserve New Releases Early

Whether you wait impatiently for the post or keep cool, calm, and collected while queueing outside a record shop, there’s nothing quite like the excitement of a new album release on vinyl. The thrill continues when you get your hands on the record, as you still need to carefully remove the plastic wrapping, take it out of the sleeve, and give it its first spin. 

The build-up of anticipation is part of being a music lover. The thing is, as many casual fans and avid collectors have learned the hard way, limited pressings and high demand mean you might need to wait even longer for that new release if you don’t act early. 

This is where reserving new albums and re-releases of unearthed gems by singers like Elvis Presley comes in. 

You get peace of mind knowing you’re one of the first in line, and the convenience of having your record delivered to your door. That’s why our pre-order vinyl page is the place to be if you want to secure new releases in advance. 

Pre-Orders in a Growing Collector’s Market

Until a few years ago, buying a new record soon after the release date was easy, whether you visited a physical store or shopped online. Now, thanks to the vinyl revival, record sales in the UK are at their highest in more than 30 years, which means some albums sell out before their release date. Trust us – we’ve seen it happen!

Unsurprisingly, pre-ordering vinyl is now standard for serious fans, especially if they want coloured vinyl, deluxe editions, indie exclusives, Record Store Day releases, or other releases collectors love. Given the popularity of these and other special editions, pressing plants can’t always keep up with the demand. 

To make things a little more complicated, coloured vinyl, signed sleeves, picture discs, and box sets are often available on pre-order only, so there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on them if you delay. This doesn’t only mean missing out on owning a piece of music history. There’s also the risk of missing out on a potential investment, as collectors tend to value early, exclusive editions more highly in the long run. 

If you’re serious about collecting vinyl, pre-ordering Mac DeMarco’s Guitar (releasing on 22 August) or other albums with Dig In Records is the way to go if you want to avoid disappointment.

Pre-Order to Avoid Being Ripped Off

Disappointment’s not the only thing you want to avoid when it comes to new releases such as Opeth’s Blackwater Park 2x Vinyl LP Reissue (releasing on 29 August). You might think that a new release selling out at Dig In Records isn’t a big deal when you can trawl online marketplaces for a copy, but you wouldn’t be doing yourself any favours.

The grim reality is that resale markets and scalpers drive prices up, meaning you risk being ripped off when buying from them after release dates. When you pre-order vinyl with us, you’re purchasing albums at the retail price, and delivery is guaranteed. 

Pre-Ordering Supports Artists & Indie Shops

Reserving Opeth’s Blackwater Park re-release or new record releases early isn’t only about convenience or avoiding paying inflated prices. It’s also an important source of support for artists.

Pre-orders of albums like Saint Etienne – International (releasing 5 September) can help artists and labels forecast pressing numbers and provide funding for album promotions, marketing, and tours. Considering many indie labels rely on revenue from pre-orders to fund record production upfront, you’re playing a part in making the new album or the much-anticipated re-release a reality. 

What’s more, when you pre-order vinyl at Dig In Records, you’re supporting an independent record shop. 

The online giants are there to make as much money as possible by selling all sorts of things, but ours is a family-owned business inspired by our love of music and vinyl culture. Your support allows us to keep bringing you new releases and collectible re-releases of records you love, like Oasis - (What's The Story) Morning Glory? (30th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) (releasing on 3 October). You’re also helping us do our part to keep the culture alive!

More Perks of Pre-Ordering

In addition to convenience, peace of mind, and being able to secure collectible records at retail price, there are a few other perks to pre-ordering vinyl from Dig In Records. 

One is you don’t need to wait for ages before you can put your new Mac DeMarco record on your turntable and drop the needle, as we fulfil and dispatch orders on or close to the release date. That’s if you don’t choose the Click & Collect option, allowing you to collect the record on the day of release, of course. 

Another perk is you’ll pay only £5 for shipping, no matter how many records you pre-order. If you need your records faster, you can upgrade to Express Royal Mail 24 Tracked for only £7. On top of these perks, you earn Dig In Records loyalty points you can redeem for money off future purchases. Plus, you get the assurance of our top-notch customer service if you have any queries about your order.

Get Your Hands On Pre-Orders at Dig In Records

Here at Dig In Records, every week brings the thrill of new releases, so there’s always something great just around the corner. Whether you’re a fan of country music, psychedelic rock, 90s Britpop, or hip-hop, you’ll find standard and special edition vinyl available for pre-order. 

Fan the flames of anticipation by reserving new releases early with us. You’ll be giving yourself something to look forward to as you count down to the big day when you can add something new to your vinyl collection. 

After all, nothing beats the feeling when you drop the needle on or just after the release date, knowing you didn’t miss out!