lowrider57
However, if the OP is finding frequent skips on new LPs, I suggest he check the condition and alignment of his turntable and pickup arm. The problem may not be in the LPs themselves.
There are a lot of defects in the vinyl being manufactured today.That has always been the case - there have always been badly made records. That’s part of what fueled the quick acceptance of the CD in the marketplace.
However, if the OP is finding frequent skips on new LPs, I suggest he check the condition and alignment of his turntable and pickup arm. The problem may not be in the LPs themselves.