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The Crate Challenge

Stuck in a creative rut? Looking for that next spark? Inspired by the legendary "Rhythm Roulette" series, CrossFader presents The Crate Challenge—a mystery box designed to smash your creative block and push you out of your comfort zone.

This isn't just a box of records; it's a mission. We've curated a one-of-a-kind pack with three randomly selected records from different genres, specifically for producers and beatmakers.

 

What's In The Box?

 

Each Crate Challenge box contains 3 vinyl records:

• 1 Soul/R&B Record
• 1 Eclectic Record (Could be Jazz, World, Soundtrack, Spoken Word, etc.)
• 1 Rock/Pop Record

 

The Challenge

 

The goal is simple: Flip what you get. Get in the lab, find the hidden gems, and cook up some new heat. This is your chance to sample something you'd never think to pull from the crate yourself.

 

Show Us Your Flip!

 

When you're done, post a video of your beat. Tag us on Instagram or TikTok with #CrossFaderFlip for a chance to be featured!

 

PLEASE NOTE: This is a SAMPLING Challenge

 

To give you a true "crate digging" experience, these records are selected for their sampling potential, not their cosmetic condition. They are not guaranteed to be VG+ and may have pops, hiss, light scratches, or cover wear. It's all part of the challenge—finding the gold in the grit.

Ready to test your skills? Add The Crate Challenge to your cart and get chopping.

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Thanks for reaching out! We're excited to help you find that record you've been looking for. The crew at CrossFader will do our absolute best to track down the vinyl within your search criteria and, most importantly, within your budget. If we find the record but the price bumps up a bit beyond your budget, no sweat—we'll always check in with you for approval before we move forward.

Just so you know: We'll put in the work, but sometimes the item you're looking for is just too rare or out of reach. In those instances, we may not be able to secure it

-For any record with a final price over $50, we require a 50% deposit. We only ask for this deposit after we've successfully located and secured the vinyl. Once you give us the final go-ahead, we'll process the purchase through CrossFaderLA.com.

-If we find a high-value item over $200, we'll handle the introduction! We'll give you the necessary information to complete the purchase directly with the third-party seller. For these high-value transactions, CrossFader assumes no responsibility for the final purchase or delivery of the item.

Our Refund Policy

We only provide a full refund of your deposit if we are unable to secure the record for you. Once the vinyl is secured, and you've approved the final purchase, that deposit becomes non-refundable. Since we've already done the legwork and secured the record based on your request, we can't process cancellations or refunds for things like, "Oops, I changed my mind," or "Actually, I don't love these tracks."

 

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OUR DIGITAL LOG DEDICATED TO THE HUNT. IT’S WHERE WE CHRONICLE DIGGING IN THE CRATES, CELEBRATE THOSE IMPERFECTLY PERFECT SOUNDS, AND KEEP THE CONVERSATION ON REAL MUSIC ALIVE.

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CHECK OUT THE 3 MAN, FATHER AND SONS LIGHT HEARTED UNSCRIPTED CONVERSATIONS ABOUT MUSIC PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE.

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FROM YOUTH TO STUDIO BOOTHS AND EVERYWHERE IN BETWEEN, I'VE BEEN A STUDENT OF SAMPLE-BASED PRODUCTION. THAT OBSESSION HAS GUIDED MY HAND AND MOLDED MY EAR, INSPIRING ME TO CROSS GENRE LINES TO FIND THE PERFECT SOUND.

CrossFader was born from a lifelong passion for music—the kind that acts as a constant companion, celebrating life's highest peaks and providing comfort through its darkest times.

True to its name, the brand was built on the philosophy of the blend. For a DJ, the crossfader is the key that mixes genres, cuts new patterns, and opens the door to unexpected soundscapes. In that same spirit, CrossFader was created to be a space for blending culture and creativity—an intentional shift away from the chaos of a fast-paced world and into a place that cultivates peace, calm, and genuine connection.

While it began as a broad vessel for this expression, from producing beats to designing apparel, a powerful truth soon became clear: the music itself is the sun, and everything else simply orbits around it. This realization sharpened the focus, dedicating CrossFader to its true center. The joy of digging now fuels a mission: to build a catalog of curated analog centerpieces that crosses multiple genres, sharing each discovery with the world.

The result is a dedicated hub where record enthusiasts, vinyl collectors, producers, and beat-makers alike can find their next essential record or the perfect sample, alongside other gems like original shirts, stickers, drinkware, and more.

At its core, CrossFader isn't just a business; it's a love story that goes round and round, like vinyl.