Conditions and Grading

UK Record Collector Magazine Gradings

Record Collector's Grading System

MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.
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EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.
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VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
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GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discoloration, etc.
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FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced.
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POOR: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.
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BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection-filler.
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CDs & CASSETTES: As a general rule, CDs and cassettes either play perfectly - in which case they are in Mint condition - or they don't, in which case their value is minimal. Cassette tape is liable to deteriorate with age, even if it remains unplayed, so care should be taken when buying old tapes. CDs are difficult to grade visually: they can look perfect but actually be faulty, while in other cases they may appear damaged but still play perfectly. Cassette and CD inlays and booklets should be graded in the same way as record covers and sleeves. In general, the plastic containers for cassettes and CDs can easily be replaced if they are broken or scratched, but card covers and digipaks are subject to the same wear as record sleeves

Conditions and Grading

UK Record Collector Magazine Gradings

Record Collector's Grading System

MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.
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EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and/or creasing.
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VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
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GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discoloration, etc.
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FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and/or defaced.
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POOR: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.
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BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection-filler.
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CDs & CASSETTES: As a general rule, CDs and cassettes either play perfectly - in which case they are in Mint condition - or they don't, in which case their value is minimal. Cassette tape is liable to deteriorate with age, even if it remains unplayed, so care should be taken when buying old tapes. CDs are difficult to grade visually: they can look perfect but actually be faulty, while in other cases they may appear damaged but still play perfectly. Cassette and CD inlays and booklets should be graded in the same way as record covers and sleeves. In general, the plastic containers for cassettes and CDs can easily be replaced if they are broken or scratched, but card covers and digipaks are subject to the same wear as record sleeves

Payment Methods Accepted

PayPal, Cash (GBP (UK Sterling), Personal Check (GBP (UK Sterling), Certified Check (GBP (UK Sterling), Postal (GBP (UK Sterling)

Shipping Methods and Costs

UK: 1x12" 3.89 GBP Standard. For each additional + 0.90 GBP
UK: 1x12" 4.99 GBP Recorded delivery. each adtl + 0.90 GBP
UK: 1x12" 8.99 GBP Next Day/Insured delivery. each adtl + 0.90 GBP

EU: 1x12" 6.99 GBP Standard. For each additional + 1.99 GBP
EU: 1x12" 12.99 GBP Signed delivery. each adtl + 1.99 GBP

Rest Of World: 1x12" 8.49 GBP Standard. For each additional + 3.49 GBP
Rest Of World: 1x12" 14.99 GBP Tracked delivery. each adtl + 3.49 GBP

UK: 1xCD 1.99 GBP Standard. For each additional + 0.75 GBP
UK: 1xCD 3.19 GBP Recorded delivery. each adtl + 0.75 GBP
UK: 1xCD 6.99 GBP Next Day/Insured delivery. each adtl + 0.75 GBP

EU: 1xCD 4.49 GBP Standard. For each additional + 1.35 GBP
EU: 1xCD 10.98 GBP Recorded delivery. each adtl + 1.35 GBP

Rest Of World: 1xCD 5.99 GBP Standard. For each additional + 1.99 GBP
Rest Of World: 1xCD 11.48 GBP Recorded delivery. each adtl + 1.99 GBP

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Postage for records;


Postage within the UK for One 12" is;

£3.89 - For each additional add £0.90

Recorded Delivery £1.20 (Required if using paypal - Optional with Postal payments)

Insured Delivery Add £4.99 (Optional)

For A Plastic Protector Sleeve add 50p each

UK Only
SPECIAL OFFER: 5-10 RECORDS = £6.99
SPECIAL OFFER: 11-20 RECORDS = £11.99
SPECIAL OFFER: 21-30 RECORDS = £15.99


Postage to EUROPE is;

£6.99 - For Each additional add £1.99

Recorded / Signed For Delivery Add £6.49 (Required if using paypal - Optional with Postal payments)

For A Plastic Protector Sleeve add 50p each


Postage to the REST OF THE WORLD

£8.49 - For each additional add £2.99

Airsure Delivery Add £6.49 (Tracking Required if using paypal - Optional with Postal payments)

For A Plastic Protector Sleeve add 50p each

Requests for extra padding on mailers must add 1.00 GBP to each package



CD's;


Postage within the UK for One CD is;

£1.99 - For each additional add £0.75

Recorded Delivery £1.20 (Required if using paypal - Optional with Postal payments)

Insured Delivery Add £4.99 (Optional)


Postage to EUROPE is;

£4.49 - For Each additional add £1.20

Recorded / Signed For Delivery Add £6.49 (Required if using paypal - Optional with Postal payments)


Postage to the REST OF THE WORLD;

£5.99 - For each additional add £1.99

Airsure Delivery Add £6.49 (Tracking Required if using paypal - Optional with Postal payments)


Cheaper rates for multiple buys if paid for in one go.

€ / $ prices are approximate

95% of all orders are sent out within 2 days, however we ask you to expect delivery within 14 days.


All items that are paid for with Paypal must be tracked online.
This may incur further postage. Postal payments remain unaffected.


Offers accepted Worldwide, will post anywhere. Postage prices are prone to change (but not by much). The rate quoted in the most recent auctions, or email notification supercede all previous rates. This basically means that if it takes 2 months or something ridiculous to pay, don't be surprised if it goes up a bit.


All Payments must be made in GBP - UK Sterling!


Payments in any other currency are not accepted. Payments not made in full, in one go, will be subject to a handling fee.


ALL SALES ARE FINAL!


Please make sure you read the Item description carefully. People who later claim it is not the right mix, format, has wrong B side,
not the correct colour etc., have only themselves to blame!


Aside from that, have a nice day.


Occasionally, Emails sent out by this website do not get to us on completion of the purchase. This means that if you do not receive the 'Winning Item Email' please contact us directly for further instructions on how to pay.


We cannot be held responsible for items that go astray in the postal system. The best we can do is offer insured delivery, if you take up this option and the item goes astray we cannot give any refunds out, but will help with any documentation necessary for you to complete your claim from the Post Office. The Insurance is taken out with the Post Office, not us.


If you make a bid or a purchase you are agreeing to be bound by the conditions herein.

Return Policy

Please make sure you read the Item description carefully. People who later claim it is not the right mix, format, has wrong B side,
not the correct colour etc., have only themselves to blame!