Plattenstärken
Plattenstärken, also known as record thickness, refers to the physical thickness of vinyl records, which can vary depending on the manufacturing standards and intended use. The most common thickness for standard vinyl records is 1.5 millimeters, though variations exist for specialized formats.
The standard 1.5 mm thickness was established in the 1950s as a compromise between sound quality and
Plattenstärken also influence the weight of the record, with thicker formats generally being heavier. This can
In addition to standard formats, specialized plattenstärken include 12-inch singles (often 1.75 mm) and limited-edition pressings