LPskivor

LPskivor, also written LP-skivor in Swedish, refer to long-playing vinyl records, a format for analog sound storage. The term LP stands for long-playing. They are typically 12 inches in diameter and played at 33 1/3 revolutions per minute, allowing longer continuous playback than earlier single-disc formats. The LP format was developed in the late 1940s and quickly became the dominant carrier for music albums during the 1950s–1980s. In practice, most LPs have two sides, each capable of roughly 20 to 25 minutes of music, depending on groove density and mastering. LPs are made from vinyl and store sound information as physical grooves etched into the surface; playback requires a turntable and a stylus.

In Swedish usage, LP-skivor are widely used to refer to both vintage and contemporary vinyl albums. The packaging often features a large cover sleeve, with inner sleeves that protect the disc and sometimes gatefold presentations for double albums.

Production and distribution have evolved with the broader music market. Early LPs were monaural; later, stereo became standard. Mastering, metal parts including stampers, are part of the manufacturing chain. Collecting remains popular among enthusiasts, with variations such as colored vinyl, limited editions, and remastered pressings.

In recent decades, vinyl experienced a revival alongside digital streaming, with many artists releasing new albums on LP and many reissues of classic titles. LP-skivor thus span historical artifacts and contemporary formats within the broader vinyl ecosystem.