Mary Hopkin "With Love" Singapore only EP
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Description
ARTISTE, RECORD TITLE AND LABEL
MARY HOPKIN " With Love"
APPLE EPEA 1012 (Pressed In Singapore by EMI Singapore)
TRACK LISTING
Side 1: 1) Think About Your Children 2) Knock, Knock Who's There
Side 2: 1) Temma Harbour 2) I'm Going To Fall In Love Again
BACKGROUND TO THIS RECORD:
This is a Singapore only EP issued in 1970 with the characteristic thick and glossy laminates associated with such Singapore pressings. Bidders please note that I will be away from Singapore till the 3rd Dec 2007 and have scheduled this item to close after I return so that I have ample time to respond to any questions.
GRADING RESULTS:
The EP jacket is in a Near Mint shape. There are no writings or seam wear. The 4 edges are still sharp. There is a very slight crease on the laminate on the top right hand corner but other tan that nothing serious.
The EP is in a Near Mint shape visually. There are no surface scratches on both sides, even when viewed under light, and no spindle marks. The vinyl retains its glossy sheen and is mirror like. On playing, there are some slight surface noise in the start but was not sustained. I would rate the playing as a very strong Excellent .
How I Clean and Grade my Records
Cleaning: Cleaning is usually done on a Clearaudio cleaning machine and/or VPI 17.5 using Loricroft L’Art du Son cleaning fluid
Playback Equipment: Playback is through a Linn LP12 turntable/Naim Aro tonearm/Lyra Helikon SL cartridge and through a Naim DBL system. For 45s I use an adaptor.
I use both Goldmine and Rare Record Price Guide grading system as a guide and came up with the following:
· Mint I only use this for sealed items. The record is virtually unplayed and is in a brand new condition. Cover is pristine. Up till now, I have never used this grading and, chances are, never will, due to my conservative nature in matters of record grading.
· Near Mint Very little or negligible flaws. Faint lines or very faint creasing on laminated covers visible under a strong light is acceptable but nothing serious. Records which show some signs of having been played such as very faint spindle marks are allowed but there should be no lessening in sound quality. .
· Excellent Item obviously played, though not often,and enjoyed with some slight noise. The record should be nice and shiny but may have a few light marks which should not intrude on play. Slight wear on cover is acceptable.
· Very Good Many more imperfections which are noticeable but not obtrusive. The record has been played several times but there should be no major deterioration in sound quality despite some noticeable surface marks and light scratches. Normal wear and tear or writings on the cover is acceptable but there should not be any major tears.
I do not offer any records below Very Rare unless its extremely rare.
Shipping costs
I use brand new custom made inner and outer plastic sleeves on every EP/45 shipped. Shipping is always by Airmail and by registered post as it allows one to track items in case of delays. One buyer has even likened my packing as “ Fort Knox”! Shipping costs in ₤ are:
EPs/45s :
₤4 for the first
₤1 for the 2nd
₤0.75 each for the subsequent ones
I usually quote lower for Asia and Australia but in the event the it is marginally higher than actual costs, I will generally adjust for repeat buyers in future purchases. However, I will refund if the buyer wants me to (In this respect, I will inform them if such a situation arises). I will also inform buyers of the registration details through Email on posting.
Forms of payment that I accept include:
· PAYPAL (preferred choice)
· International Money Orders
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