Conditions and Grading

We try to grade our items as follows. Occasionally items are graded in a slightly different format - any queries feel free to contact us for detailed description:-
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 listed as sealed are in mint condition.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bad The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.

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

We try to grade our items as follows. Occasionally items are graded in a slightly different format - any queries feel free to contact us for detailed description:-
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 listed as sealed are in mint condition.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Bad The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.

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 (UK£), Cash (US$), Cash (EURO), Personal Check (UK£), Personal Check (US$), Postal Money Order ( Money Order ( Money Order (UK - or International Money Order in UK£)

Shipping Methods and Costs

UK 1 x 45: 2.99 (pounds sterling)UK 2 x 45: 3.80 (pounds sterling)
UK 1 x LP: 4.99 (pounds sterling) UK 2 x LP: 6.70 (pounds sterling)
UK 1 x 78: 6.50 (pounds sterling)2 x 78: 8.70 (pounds sterling)
USA / JAPAN / ASIA /AUSTRALASIA / S. AFRICA / SOUTH AMERICA / MEXICO / CANADA 1 x 45: $8.50 2 x 45: $9.50
USA / JAPAN / ASIA /AUSTRALASIA / S. AFRICA / SOUTH AMERICA / MEXICO / CANADA 1 x LP $17.00 2 x LP $21.50
USA / JAPAN / ASIA /AUSTRALASIA / S. AFRICA / SOUTH AMERICA / MEXICO / CANADA 1 x 78 $22.00 2 x 78 $27.00
AIRMAIL EUROPE 1 x 45: $7.50 2 x 45: $9.50
AIRMAIL EUROPE 1 x LP $11.99 2 x LP $15.50
AIRMAIL EUROPE 1 x 78 $16.00 2 x 78 $18.50
CD United Kingdom - £2.99 for a single CD, 80p per additional CD.
CD Europe - $7.00 for a single CD, $2.00 p per additional CD.
CD USA & Canada - $8.00 for a single CD, $1.99 per additional CD.
CD South America - $8.00 for a single CD, $1.99 per additional CD.
CD Africa - $8.00 for a single CD, $1.99 per additional CD.
CD South East Asia - $8.00 for a single CD, $1.99 per additional CD.
CD Oceania - $8.00 for a single CD, $1.99 per additional CD.

Return Policy

We try to grade records accurately and realistically, but mistakes can be made. If you feel that we have graded a record inaccurately or your item is damaged in some way, please e-mail us and let us know so that we can discuss a return. Records can be shipped back, but please do not return records without our authorization.

Seller Information

Once we receive your order, we will check upon availability and then contact you accordingly. Hopefully within 48 hours, although some stock is off site so this period may be longer.
If you have any queries at all, please e-mail us.