Conditions and Grading

PR = POOR - Record will not play because of cracks or scratches
FR = FAIR - Record plays with considerable surface noise or jumps
GD = GOOD - Substandard sound due to extensive play or surface ware
VG = VERY GOOD - Has surface marks but plays to good standard
EX = EXCELLENT - Minimal surface marks, plays and looks really fine.
NM = NEAR MINT - Is in or very close to as a good condition as the day it was released. However it is not mint so please don't expect it to be.
These are my opinion of gratings. 99% of my customers do not complain. (See feedback & star ratings)
In general the vinyl is graded first followed by the cover. I make my apologies now for any that may appear reversed.
OTHER USED ABBREVIATIONS
(s)wol - (small) writing on lable
sol - sticker on lable
soc - sticker on cover
tol - tear on lable
toc - tear on cover
PC - picture cover
nc - no centre
jbc - juke box centre

Please see UK RECORD COLLECTOR magazine for a more comprehensive breakdown of the above.
All UK issues have centres unless otherwise stated.

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 STERLING), Cash (US DOLLAR), Cash (EUROS), Personal Check (UK STERLING), Postal Money Order (PL3 5QB), Western Union (UK STERLING)

Shipping Costs Discounted rates available for surface mail to USA / AUSTRALIA / NEW ZEALAND (4 - 6 WEEKS). Please inquire. Should you require any special service, please let me know and this will be arranged at extra cost. Double Albums will cost the same as 2 x 12" 1 x 7" posted to UK - £2.50 (Add £0.50 each extra 7") 1-3 x 10"/12" posted to UK - £6.00 (Maximum of 5 x vinyl per package) 4-5 x 10"/12" posted to UK - £12.00 (Maximum of 5 x vinyl per package) 1 x Double Album posted to UK - £3.80 2 x Double Album posted to UK - £7.00 1 x CD posted to UK - £2.00 (Add £1.00 each extra CD) I would like UK RECORDED DELIVERY - PLEASE ADD £2.00 PER PACKAGE to above proper charge. 1 x 7" posted to Europe - £6.00 (Add £2.10 each extra 7") 1 x 10" posted to Europe - £8.00 (Add £1.50 each extra 10") 1 x 12" posted to Europe - £10.00 (Add £2.00 each extra 12") (MAXIMUM OF 5 LPS) 1 x Double Album posted to Europe - £12.00 1 x CD posted to Europe - £6.00 (Add £2.00 each extra) 1 x 7" posted to Rest of World - £9.00 (Add £2.00 each extra 7") 1 x 10" posted to Rest of World - £15.00 (Add £3.00 each extra 10") 1 x 12" posted to Rest of World - £18.00 (Add £4.50 each extra 12") (MAXIMUM OF 5 LPS) 1 x Double Album posted to Rest Of The World - £24.00 1 x CD posted to Rest Of The World - £8.00 (Add £2.00 each extra)

Return Policy

All refunds will be dealt with strictly on their merits with particular attention given to the manner of the complaint.
I offer a money back guarantee on all items you are not satisfied with as long as I can accept that descriptions I advertised were incorrect.
RECORDS MUST BE RETURNED before any refunds are made and I guarantee to refund the cost of the record only.
To receive a refund you must inform me immediatly of a problem and that you intend to return your purchase. Returns must arrive back to me within 7 days (UK) 10 days (Europe & Rest Of The World)and in the same condition it was originally sent. Failure to do this will result in NO REFUND.
I cannot accept any responsibility for items which do not arrive. Hopefully FEEDBACK will show that I'm not in the business of accepting people's money and not sending the goods. I enjoy this hobby and still get a buzz when a new order comes in.

I grade my records to UK RECORD COLLECTOR MAGAZINE standard so please take time to buy an issue or price guide to consult if necessary.
If you're not happy with any of the above, It's probably best not to order.
Nevertheless, all constructive critisism is most welcome as I aim to establish one of the cheapest and friendliest sites on MusicStack.

Seller Information

All items can usually be posted within 7 days of receiving payment.
I have been buying and selling records for over 20 years via the UK’s top collecting magazine Record Collector and now several through the wants list in Music Stack.
Have been collecting for too long and now wish to sell the lot if possible so Wants lists are welcome but everything I have for sale will in future be listed here anyway.
I will give you any further details or cover scans if you need them. please contact me for this.
I guarantee refunds on any item you are not happy with because as yet most of the items are catagorised VG-EX. Some may be better, some may be worse so I'm more than happy to refund if it's my fault.