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Close-up macro view of vinyl record grooves lit with soft warm golden light

About this photo

Warm soft light catches the fine concentric grooves of a black vinyl record resting on a neutral beige surface. This cozy vintage-themed shot works well for music blogs, retro design projects and analog music content.

Prompt: “grooves of a vinyl record in warm light, macro” — AI-generated and reviewed for quality before listing.

Editor's note (8.5/10): Sharp, well composed shot matching the brief, with only very soft focus on the far edge of the record.

Also searched as: warm vinyl grooves · analog music · retro record detail

Direct file: 1280×1280 JPG

Using this photo — common questions

Can I use this vinyl record macro warm light photo for free, commercially?
Yes. This photo is licensed CC BY 4.0, so you can use it in commercial and personal projects — websites, ads, social media, videos and client work — at no cost. The one condition is the credit: “Vinyl Record Macro Warm Light” by BudgetPixel AI (https://budgetpixel.com/images/vinyl-record-macro-warm-light-e7bd34ae) — CC BY 4.0
What size is this photo?
The original is 1280×1280 pixels (JPG); it also downloads at 1280 px and 640 px on the long side. Its square shape suits Instagram posts, profile or album art and product-grid thumbnails.
Is this photo AI-generated?
Yes. It was generated by AI from the prompt “grooves of a vinyl record in warm light, macro” and it passed an AI review for quality and safety before listing. The downloaded file carries the IPTC “AI-generated” marker and its licence details.
Where can I find more music images like this?
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