Why Are Vinyl Pressing Plants Closing Despite Record Vinyl Sales?

The State of Vinyl: Rising Sales, Falling Pressing Plants – What’s Going On? I explore the surprising trend of vinyl pressing plants going out of business, even as vinyl record sales continue to rise. What’s causing this paradox? And what does it mean for collectors and the future of physical music formats? Topics include: The challenges facing vinyl pressing plants Consumer expectations: Vinyl vs. CD The state of the physical music market in 2025 Let me know your thoughts in the comments! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and consider becoming a patron or YouTube member to join our exclusive music community. Please Support Now Spinning Magazine Become a Patron (free trial -cancel anytime) https://www.patreon.com/nowspinning Join the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnZSsMr4k8ZVlrJ8MUYR4GA/join Or make a donation via Ko-Fi: https://kofi.com/nowspinningmagazinewithphilaston The Now Spinning Magazine Merch Shop is now open! https://nowspinningmagazine.co.uk/ Thank you everyone for being part of my journey and supporting me. Phil :) Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine