1960 1st Press Blue Mitchell Blue's Moods DG Jazz LP Mono Record Riverside RARE
  $   295

 


$ 295 Sold For
Jun 27, 2017 Sold Date
May 20, 2017 Start Date
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Secondhand Record Album For Sale





  • Item: 1960 record album by Blue Mitchell -- Blue's Moods, Riverside first pressing on the blue deep groove label, RLP 336. This title can sell for 500 USD plus here on eBay, although at the time of this writing there are no other originals currently available for sale. If you check the discogs site, mono versions sell for far more money than stereo versions. I don't repair items, but I know that if someone repaired the seams on this cover (dealers often use a glue stick and screwdriver) and did a couple minor watercolor touch ups, the value could be upped. The record is uncleaned as far as I know, so a professional cleaning is recommended on that. This a 4 Star album on the AllMusic site and the review is: "Of trumpeter Blue Mitchell's seven Riverside recordings, only this set -- along with three numbers on Blue Soul -- feature Mitchell as the only horn. Joined by pianist Wynton Kelly, bassist Sam Jones, and drummer Roy Brooks, the trumpeter is typically distinctive, swinging, and inventive within the hard bop genre. He performs four standards, plus Ronnell Bright's "Sweet Pumpkin," the obscure "Avars," and a pair of originals in fine fashion". Most single albums ship in Bags Unlimited brand cardboard record mailer while multiple records may ship in a box of my own construction. Please see my listings for other desirable titles!


  • Returns: If an item is deemed “not as described” due to such circumstances as shipping damage or seller’s incorrect description of the item’s condition, it falls under the realm of the eBay Money Back Guarantee. The reason why I don’t have a return policy in addition to the eBay Money Back Guarantee is that return policies cover all other reasons for return (such as the buyer simply changing their mind) but they also require the seller to pay for shipping, which is an expense that I cannot afford, especially in the case of an international transaction.


  • International Shipping: I sympathize with int’l buyers regarding shipping charges and their country’s Customs fees, but because the value must be declared in order to insure the item for that amount, I’m unable to satisfy the expectations of most buyers in certain countries. If you’re an exception, all you need to do is let me know and hopefully we can work together!


  • Condition: Records may not function as intended per surface noise, defective playback due to manufacturing defect or scratches, etc. and covers often have damage such as flawed edges and odors which may require repair or treatment, so I’m selling the item as being in “For parts or not working” condition. Most records are in scratched condition. See Goldmine Record Album Price Guide, 5th Edition, page 17: “It’s estimated that no more than 2 to 4 percent of all records remaining from the 1950’s and 1960s are truly Near Mint” (and the next grade down from Near Mint is VG+, where light scratches are present). If you like the ‘shabby chic’ look of the item, you can buy a record album frame for it from Ikea for 7.99 and display it on your wall. It amazes me that the world of record collecting doesn’t have an official grading company such as in the comic book field (they have CGC), the coin collecting realm (they have PCGS), etc. Until an official 3rd party industry expert comes along, record grading remains subjective and opinions vary due to parties’ differences in audio equipment, etc.



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