MusicStack has partnered with a vinyl to CD conversion service who will convert the LP to recordable CD for you. It will sound great with no annoying clicks, pops or background noise. All recordable CDs come in a standard jewel case with artwork printed on glossy paper.
How does this service work?
The seller will ship the LP to the digital conversion center in Arizona, USA where it will be format shifted onto a recordable CD directly from the LP only for your ears. The LP and the recordable CD will then be mailed to you. The digital conversion center will not retain any copies of the item.
What does it cost?
Price of the LP + $35 USD for the conversion to recordable CD + cost of shipping of the LP to Arizona + cost of shipping of the LP from Arizona to your location paid in advance.
Identifiers Matrix / RunoutSide A label: DJLPH.439-A Matrix / RunoutSide B label: †DJLPH.439-B† Matrix / RunoutSide A runout, etched, variant 1: G 2 DJLPH 439 A-3 RETURN OF HERCULES Matrix / RunoutSide B runout, etched, variant 1: BR 6A DJLPH 439 B-2 ·RAYS· Matrix / RunoutSide A runout, etched, variant 2: DJLPH 439 A-2 RETURN OF HERCULES EF Matrix / RunoutSide B runout, etched, variant 2: DJLPH 439 B-3 RAYS BW
Credits Art Direction, Design [Sleeve] - David Larkham, Michael Ross Coordinator - Stephen Brown Engineer [Caribou Ranch] - Clive Franks Engineer [Trident Studios, Assistant] - Peter Kelsey Engineer [Trident Studios] - David Hentschel Lacquer Cut By - Ray Staff (Tracks: B1 to B4) Photography By - Chris Denney, Ed Caraeff Piano, Vocals - Elton John Producer - Gus Dudgeon Written-By - Elton John & Bernie Taupin
Notes The vinyl looks dark brown/red translucent when held up against strong light, this is due to the vinyl formula used by Tranco Limited
On this version "Side 1" and "Side Two" labels have different font styles.
Information from inner sleeve: Recorded at Caribou Ranch, Colorado. Remixed at Trident Studios, London.
℗ 1974 This Record Co. Ltd. Distributed by Pye Records (Sales) Ltd. Printed and Made in Great Britain by Garrod & Lofthouse Ltd.
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(These standards have been expanded to include definitions of CD specific gradings)
Mint [M]
Vinyl: Absolutely perfect in every way - certainly never played, possibly even still sealed. (More on still sealed below). Should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all.
CD: Perfect. No scuffs/scratches, unplayed - possibly still sealed.
Insert/Inlay/Booklet/Sleeve/Digipak: Perfect. No wear, marks, or any other imperfections - possibly still sealed.
------------------------------------------------------------ Near Mint [NM or M-]
Vinyl: A nearly perfect record. Many dealers won't give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record shows no obvious sign of wear. A 45 rpm sleeve has no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling.
An LP jacket has no creases, folds, seam splits or any other noticeable similar defect. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same is true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, and the like. Basically, Near Mint looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.
CD: Near perfect. No obvious signs of use, it may have been played - but it has been handled very carefully. Insert/Inlay/Booklet/Sleeve/Digipak: Near Perfect. No obvious wear, it may have only the slightest of marks from handling.
------------------------------------------------------------ Very Good Plus [VG+]
Vinyl: Shows some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are OK.
The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but is should be barely noticeable. The center hole is not misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turn-up corners, or a slight seam-split. An LP jacket my have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount.
In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.
CD: A few minor scuffs/scratches. This has been played, but handled with good care - and certainly not abused. Insert/Inlay/Booklet/Sleeve/Digipak: Slight wear, marks, indentations, it may possibly have a cut-out hole (or similar).
------------------------------------------------------------ Very Good [VG]
Vinyl: Many of the defects found in a VG+ record are more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise is evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during the song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound.
Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.
CD: Quite a few light scuffs/scratches, or several more-pronounced scratches. This has obviously been played, but not handled as carefully as a VG+.
Insert/Inlay/Booklet/Sleeve/Digipak: More wear, marks, indentations than a VG+. May have slight fading, a small tear/rip, or some writing.
------------------------------------------------------------ Good [G], Good Plus [G+]
Vinyl: Good does not mean bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear.
A jacket or sleeve has seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it's a common item, you'll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But if it's something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it.
CD: There are a lot of scuffs/scratches. However it will still play through without problems. This has not been handled with much care at all. Insert/Inlay/Booklet/Sleeve/Digipak: Well worn, marked, more obvious indentations, fading, writing, than a VG - possibly a more significant tear/rip
------------------------------------------------------------- Poor [P], Fair [F]:
Vinyl: The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and/or writing. The LP jacket barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, and written upon.
Except for impossibly rare records otherwise unattainable, records in this condition should be bought or sold for no more than a few cents each.
CD: The CD (if it is included) may or may not play some or all of the tracks. See the seller's comments for details.
Insert/Inlay/Booklet/Sleeve/Digipak: Very worn. It may have obvious writing on it, it may be ripped/torn, or significantly faded, or water damaged.
------------------------------------------------------------- Standard Jewel Cases: Standard Jewel Cases are not graded as they are replaceable.
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Shipping Costs
Small items: UK RM48 1st item £1.99 add £0.50 per extra item UK Tracked 1st item £2.99 add £0.50 per extra item Europe Airmail 1st item £3.99 add £1.00 per extra item Europe Tracked 1st item £8.99 add £1.00 per extra item World Airmail 1st item £4.99 add £1.00 per extra item World Tracked 1st item £9.99 add £1.00 per extra item
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Return Policy
All UK items are sent Parcel Post and Airmail is standard for overseas. For extra protection Rix uses cruciform mailers (or equivalent) for vinyl and Jiffy Bags for CDs. Rixrecords operates a 30 day no quibble guarantee all we ask is you contact us BEFORE returning an item and please state a reason if any. When the item is returned safe and sound your original price and postage will be refunded. (Return postage will not be refunded) Although your item should be with within you much sooner please allow 28 days for delivery. Please note that while every effort is taken to be as accurate as possible we are human and if mistakes are made you are entitled to a full money back guarantee including return postage. If for any reason you are not happy with any product received please contact Rix before returning.
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