Conditions and Grading

Gradings are in the form of Sleeve/Disc, e.g. EX/MINT. In this case the
sleeve is in excellent condition (first grade) and the disc is in mint
condition (second grade). If there is only one condition, i.e. /EX, it means
that the item is not in or was not issued with a picture sleeve and that the
disc/record is excellent.
We use the UK record collector grading system.

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

Gradings are in the form of Sleeve/Disc, e.g. EX/MINT. In this case the
sleeve is in excellent condition (first grade) and the disc is in mint
condition (second grade). If there is only one condition, i.e. /EX, it means
that the item is not in or was not issued with a picture sleeve and that the
disc/record is excellent.
We use the UK record collector grading system.

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

Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Delta, Electron, PayPal, Cash (UK Pounds Sterling), Cash (US Dollars), Cash (Euros), Personal Check (UK Pounds Sterling), Postal Money Order ( Money Order (Made Out In UK Pounds Sterling Only)

Shipping Methods and Costs

1 CD/7" (Standard Delivery) to UK $2.30 + $0.50 each item after
1 CD/7" (Standard Delivery) to EU $4.60 + $0.98 each item after
1 CD/7" (Standard Delivery) to USA/Rest of world $6.88 + $1.48 each item after
1 CD/7" (Recorded Delivery) to UK $4.31 + $0.50 each item after
1 CD/7" (International Signed-For Delivery) to EU $14.40 + $0.98 each item after
1 CD/7" (International Signed-For Delivery) to USA/Rest of world $16.68 + $1.48 each item after
1 CD/7" (International Signed-For Delivery with Compensation) to EU $18.45 + $0.98 each item after
1 CD/7" (International Signed-For Delivery with Compensation) to USA/Rest of world $20.73 + $1.48 each item after
1 LP/12"/10" (Standard Delivery) to UK $4.10 + $0.82 each item after
1 LP/12"/10" (Standard Delivery) to EU $8.20 + $1.64 each item after
1 LP/12"/10" (Standard Delivery) to USA/Rest of world $12.30 + $2.46 each item after
1 LP/12"/10" (Recorded Delivery) to UK $6.03 + $0.82 each item after
1 LP/12"/10" (International Signed-For Delivery) to EU $18.00 + $1.64 each item after
1 LP/12"/10" (International Signed-For Delivery) to USA/Rest of world $22.10 + $2.46 each item after
1 LP/12"/10" (International Signed-For Delivery with Compensation) to EU $22.05 + $1.64 each item after
1 LP/12"/10" (International Signed-For Delivery with Compensation) to USA/Rest of world $26.15 + $2.46 each item
after
Poster - Small/Medium Size to UK $4.10
Poster - Small/Medium Size to EU $6.56
Poster - Small/Medium Size to USA/Rest of world $8.20
Giant Posters - Please Ask For A Price Quote For Your Country
For UK Orders Sent By Special Next Day Delivery Please Ask For A Price Quote
All Overseas Orders Over 2kg Will Be Sent By Parcel Post Please Ask For A Price Quote

Return Policy

All items are guaranteed, so if you are unhappy at all with your purchase you can
return it for either a refund or credit to use towards a future order. If you do
have any issues with an order, please feel free to contact us, and we will be more
than happy to help resolve any issues you may have.
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If your order does not arrive in the expected delivery time, please contact us so
we can attempt to trace the location of the parcel, and issue a replacement or
refund if necessary.
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If you are returning an item because it is not as described, then the original
purchase price plus return shipping costs will be refunded upon return.
If you are returning an item because it was ordered in error, then shipping costs
will not be refunded.

Seller Information

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Buyer pays shipping. All items shipped First Class / Air Mail. All items are guaranteed to be in
at least excellent condition, unless otherwise stated.
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Poster orders are sent separately. It does not make any difference to the postage cost if
ordering one or several posters as there is very little difference in weight.
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If you would like to be able to track the delivery of your order, please choose one of the
following shipping methods:-
UK Recorded Delivery - (Tracked)
International Signed-For - (Tracked)
International Signed-For With Compensation - (Tracked and Insured)
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Please note: We recommend choosing Recorded/Signed-For Delivery for any orders over $80, as it
allows the order to be tracked. If you decide to choose 'Standard Mail' on orders above $80 then
you will be
warned that Vinyl Tap cannot accept any responsibility for orders that do not arrive at their
destination.
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There is a parcel weight limitation of 2kg (approximately 7 LPs or 25 7" records) to countries
outside of the UK, so the base shipping rate will need to be paid for each 2kg parcel required
in an order.
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