BILL EVANS VILLAGE VANGUARD RIVERSIDE LP NM 45 RPM OOP

$

510

BILL EVANS SUNDAY AT THE VILLAGE VANGUARD 45 RPM LP.     LIMITED EDITION SET #0463.  TWO 45 RPM DISCS OF THE CLASSIC VILLAGE VANGUARD SET.  THIS SET IS LONG OUT OF PRINT.

THE VINYL GRADES NM.  THIS SET OF 45'S IS OPEN BUT HAS ONLY BEEN PLAYED ONCE OR TWICE AND IT IS IN ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL CONDITION.  I AM ALSO SELLING A TEST PRESSING SET OF THE 45'S TO "WALTZ FOR DEBBY" SO CHECK MY OTHER AUCTIONS FOR DETAILS ON THAT SALE.

THE COVER GRADES NM.  THE COVER IS SEEMINGLY PERFECT AND LOOKS MUCH LIKE IT DID THE DAY IT WAS PURCHASED


THIS COPY IS SO EXTRAORDINARILY CLEAN THAT I AM SURE THAT I WILL GET WHAT I WANT, SO...

NO RESERVE

I DO NOT USE MINT HAS A HIGHEST GRADE I USE NM ONLY, AGREEING WITH GOLDMINE THAT NO RECORD IS TRULY PERFECT.  BELOW YOU WILL FIND MY SHIPPING INFORMATION AND GUIDELINES TO GRADING FOR THOSE NOT FAMILIAR WITH GOLDMINE.  THANK YOU FOR LOOKING AT MY AUCTIONS AND PLEASE BE SURE TO LOOK AT MY OTHER ITEMS FOR SALE, WHICH INCLUDES MORE STUNNING PARLOPHONE LP'S, BLUE NOTE LP'S, PRESTIGE LP'S AND A HOST OF OTHER HIGHLY COLLECTIBLE LP'S AND BOOTLEGS.  HAPPY BIDDING AND GOOD LUCK

Attention all bidders:

My auctions come to you this holiday season guaranteed for Christmas delivery (payment received no later than Dec.14th) within the Continental United States.  Customer satisfaction is important to me, so always be sure to contact me immediately with questions or problems.  My feedback is perfect for a reason.  Life is not perfect, but issues are usually resolved when cooler heads are allowed to prevail.  I have over 25 years experience grading and collecting records, and this holiday season I am offering some true gems from my personal collection.  It has been a while since I have sold some lp’s. 

Unfortunately, my recent feedback is older than 90 days, but a savvy record collector or more specifically a Beatles fan will be able to see from the user names of my customers, that my last five transactions were all very high end Parlophone Beatles lp’s and the feedback speaks for itself.  I pride myself on finding and offering extraordinary copies of rare records and that is why I can usually expect a premium for my auctions. 

I offer a variety of shipping options to allow you to receive the item as you choose.  I only use professional grade lp mailers for all of my shipments, and on high dollar records I will always provide an aftermarket poly lined inner sleeve to insure that there is no damage to the record, or either sleeve in the shipping process.  Because of recent eBay format changes pay no attention to remarks in the shipping guidelines.  Priority mail within the United States is $7.  I will only ship media mail with proof of delivery because of the slower speeds and occasional lost shipments.  As always, I will combine shipping for multiple orders.  International orders will be dealt with individually according to the shippers needs, and insurance is recommended on all orders domestic and international.  I understand that in some countries that insuring an item causes a dramatic customs fee, but I cannot stress enough how important insurance is, and that I cannot be held liable in any way, shape, or form for items that are damaged in the mail.  Insurance is not free and will be determined on a transaction to transaction basis.

I use strict Goldmine standards for all of my grading, and on records that I expect a minimum of $100, I will play test them on my Music Hall MMF-7, Sugden integrated amplifier, and Proac bookshelves to give all the audiophiles out there a real idea of exactly what they can expect (upon request).  Many of you will have nicer equipment, and many will have equipment that pales in comparison, but for those of you that have $25,000 dollars in equipment, my equipment matches up nicely in terms of clarity and definition at that price point.  It’s the imaging, soundstage and musicality that will improve above $25,000, but that doesn’t affect the ability to accurately grade.  As specific as Goldmine is, it still largely open to interpretation so I like to give the listener all the information I can so that everyone is satisfied and we can all avoid the return process.  I DO NOT USE MINT HAS MY HIGHEST GRADE I USE NM!!!   All my records are graded under extremely bright lights and come with the comfort of perfect feedback and twenty five years experience.                  

I will list Goldmine’s guide in all of these auctions so that everyone has an updated version of their grading system.  I truly prefer Paypal.  I am open to receiving money orders in the mail, but Paypal is so quick and easy, and I do not like many other sellers, charge an extra 3% for using Paypal.  So take advantage of having your order ship the next day by using Paypal, and good luck.  Thank you for bidding on my auctions.  Let the games begin.

Goldmine grading system:

Mint (M)

            These are absolutely perfect in every way.  Often rumored but rarely seen, Mint should never be used unless more than one person agrees that the record or sleeve truly is in this condition.  There is no set percentage of the Near Mint value these can bring; it is best negotiated between buyer and seller.

Near Mint (NM or M-)

A good description of a NM record is “it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time.”  In other words, it’s nearly perfect.  Many dealers won’t use a grade higher than this, implying (perhaps correctly) that no record or sleeve is ever truly perfect.

NM records are shiny with no visible defects.  Writing, stickers or other markings cannot appear on the label, nor can any “spindle marks” from someone trying to blindly put the record on the turntable.  Major factory defects also must not be present; a record and label obviously pressed off center is not Near Mint.  If played, it will do so with no surface noise.  (NM records don’t need to be “never played”; a record used on an excellent turntable can remain NM after many plays if the disc is properly cared for.)

NM covers have no creases, ring wear or seam splits of any kind.

These are high standards, and they are not on a sliding scale.  A record or sleeve from the 1950’s must meet the same standards from the 1990’s or 2000’s to be Near Mint.  This  is why they fetch such high prices, even for more common items.  Do not assume your records are Near Mint.  They must meet these standards to qualify!

Very Good Plus (VG+) or Excellent (E)

            A good description of a VG+ record is “except for a couple of minor things, this would be Near Mint.”  Most collectors, especially the ones who play their records, will be happy with a VG+  record, especially if it is toward the high end of the grade (sometimes called VG++ or E+)

             VG+ records may show some slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience.  Slight warps that do not affect sound are ok.  Minor signs of handling are ok too, such as tell-tale marks around the center hole. But repeated playing has not misshapen the hole.  There may be some very light ring wear or discoloration but it should be barely noticeable

             VG+ covers should have only minor wear.  A VG+ cover might have some minor seam wear or a split (less than one inch long) at the bottom the most vulnerable section.   A VG+ cover may have some defacing such as a cut-out marking.     

Very Good (VG)

             Many of the imperfections found on a VG+ record are more obvious on a VG record.  That said, VG records – which usually sell for no more than 25 percent of a NM record – are among the biggest bargains in record collecting, because most of the “big money” goes for more perfect copies.  For many listeners, a VG record or sleeve will be worth the money.

             VG records have more obvious flaws than their counterparts in better shape.  They lack most of the original gloss found on factory fresh records.  Groove wear is evident on sight, as are light scratches deep enough to feel with your fingernail.  When played, a VG record has surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and ending.  But the noise will not overpower the music otherwise.  They remain a fine listening experience, just not the same as if it was in better shape.

Lower Grades are not applicable.  I do not sell records that do not meet the requirements of VG

Please feel free to email me with questions or comments, I appreciate and welcome all feedback.  Thank you again!