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ITEM DESCRIPTION:

ARTIST:  Louis Fremaux, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra

COMPOSER:  Massenet

LABEL: Klavier

CATALOG #:  KS 522

COUNTRY:  USA

CONDITION – (VISUAL GRADING):  EXCELLENT 

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:  DBX encoded copy.  Lovely Copy.  Demonstration-quality sound.  Famous audiophile darling.

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AFTER THE AUCTION ENDS:  It is imperative that you wait for us to send an invoice before paying. We will get an invoice to you within an hour after the last item of an auction has ended.  Failure to wait will mean that the shipping amount you paid is incorrect so it is important that you wait before paying.

A note about Lps:  We love, enjoy and have collected Lps for over 50 years now.  We have sold records internationally for over 35 years.  Records can provide fantastic, state-of-the-art sound quality however, not unlike the other formats in audio they are not perfect.  Very few records play perfectly without any surface noise.  If you are looking for perfection please look elsewhere.  We try our very best to accurately grade these record albums before listing them.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.   ANYTHING GRADED LESS THAN EXCELLENT WILL PLAY WITH MORE SURFACE NOISE.

Condition:

This item has EXCELLENT quality.  Not sure what this means?

Jackets:   We do NOT assign letter-grades to the jacket of a record;  IF you see more than one Letter Grade with a slash (/) between them, that is for when the individual SIDES of the record itself grade differently; we do grade each side of every record; when the grade for both sides is the same, the record will show only ONE Letter-Grade

Here is our grading scale:

Our Grading Scale:

All LPs are graded visually, under careful inspection by collector/dealers, with many years' experience at LP evaluation.  Some of the most sought-after (and/or more questionable) will be play-graded on a fine 2-channel system; if the LP has been play-graded, that will be stated in the listing - - but, in any case, all LPs are scrutinized carefully, and described to the best of our abilities.  We do realize, of course, that a visual estimation can be mistaken - - we plead humanity, and offer apologies, in that hopefully-rare instance where this occurs.

E  (or Ex, or Exc) =  Excellent, our highest grade for a used LP; such an LP has been well cared-for by a collector, and contains no scratches expected to sound.  An LP which is play-graded by us, and listed in this condition, should contain no more than about half-a-dozen or so ticks per side, actually better than many brand-new discs play out.  Our E is the equivalent of some other dealers' NM, or NM-minus, or yet other dealers' A.

E- (or Exc-minus), signifies that the LP is rather very well cared-for, but may contain one or two light scratches, which are not expected to produce much surface-noise.  This grade is roughly equivalent to some dealers' NM-minus-minus, or others' EX, and yet other dealers' A-minus.

V+ (or VG+, or Very Good-Plus):  an LP which is assigned this grade still is in very positive condition, with a few more light marks than would warrant an E-minus.  A disc in this condition is expected to have a bit of extraneous surface-noise, but it should not be expected to interfere much with the enjoyment of the music for most collectors.  Our V+ is roughly equivalent to some dealers' Exc-minus, or VG+, and yet other dealers'  B+.

V (or VG, or Very Good):  It is at this point which we expect the surface-noise in at least a part of the disc to interfere with enjoyment of the music for a majority of collectors.  May contain one or a few feel-able scratches.  It is possible, however (best-case scenario), that such an LP might tick loudly for, perhaps, half a minute, and yet, the rest of the side might play flawlessly.  We would generally encourage only those collectors who consider themselves pretty tolerant to pursue an LP in this condition.  V  is roughly equivalent to some other dealers' VG or VG-minus, and to others' B, or B-minus.  You will generally not see us list records below this condition, unless scarcity & demand compel us.

In decreasing desirability, the remainder of our grading scale is:  V- (or Very Good-minus),  G+ (or Good-Plus),  G (or Good) (which, really, isn't so great),  G- (or good-minus),  F (or Fair), and P (or Poor).  You will not normally see records in these condition descriptions in our listings, as they all describe what we consider to be only a stop-gap copy at best - - just so the collector can say he DOES have the LP

INDIVIDUAL SIDES  - -  Each side of every LP is graded individually; if only one grade is listed, this means both sides of that LP grade the same.  In a case where the sides differ in condition, 2 grades will be listed, with a slash-mark  (/)  between them

(for example,  E/-, meaning, of course, one side grades straight Excellent, and the other, Excellent-minus)  (or E-/V+, would mean, of course, Excellent-minus over Very Good Plus (still a pretty desirable LP) , and so on....

LP SETS - -  In the case of a multiple-record set, again, each side of each LP is assigned its own grade, and listed as such - -  so, for example,  6E would signify a 3-disc set, in which ALL six  sides are graded Excellent    or, say, 7E/2-/V+ would then signify a five-disc set, in which seven of the sides graded Excellent, two graded at Excellent-minus, and the other one, at Very-Good-Plus....

We do not automatically down-grade an LP for paper-rubs or light scuffs - -  only for scratches.  In our experience, often-times a scuff or paper-rub, or discoloration in the vinyl might not sound at all.  A further distinction is made between feel-able scratches, and those scratches which are visible, but cannot be felt by careful, gentle probing.  Any LP graded above VG should contain ONLY non-feel-able scratches (if any at all);  if there is a feel-able scratch on an LP side, that side should be graded VG or lower.

COVERS - -  We do not grade record covers, preferring, instead, to simply list any particular defects, OR merits of a particular cover:  defects would include sticker-pulls, seam-splits, cut-out holes, browning or discoloration of the cover, etc....If, on the other hand, a cover is like-new in appearance, that, too might be mentioned, as that is also out of the ordinary.

DOMESTIC U.S. BUYERS

PAYMENT - U.S. buyers to pay by PAYPAL.

MEDIA MAIL SHIPPING IN US - Media Mail shipping is for U.S. Buyers only.  Delivery time for Media Mail is usually pretty prompt but occasionally it can take several weeks to reach the west coast. In late-November and December Media Mail can be very slow because it is treated as 4th class mail and so many other packages take priority over it.

PRIORITY MAIL IN US - UPGRADE TO PRIORITY MAIL: Rates differ by zipcode/zone. We provide an option at checkout for Priority Mail you can choose by selecting this shipping upgrade. We charge close to actual USPS Priority Mail shipping rates.

SHIPPING & HANDLING – Your item will be shipped with a tracking number in a good-quality cardboard LP mailer box cardboard inserts and a heavy-duty new poly sleeve.  Special packaging requests can sometimes be accommodated at an additional charge for added materials and added postage. If you have specific packaging requests (protected corners, double boxing, etc), contact us with these special requests BEFORE paying so that we will be able to assess what the additional shipping cost will be.  

MULTIPLE PURCHASES – We gladly and automatically combine shipping cost to make your purchase as economical as possible.  This will be done when you receive your invoice from us within an hour after the last auction item has completed after auction end on Sunday night.

INTERNATIONAL BUYERS – General Information

PAYMENT - Payments are to be made by PAYPAL.

SHIPPING & HANDLING – INTERNATIONAL:

VERY IMPORTANT: YOU MUST READ THIS FIRST BEFORE BIDDING:
We offer First Class International (3 Lps or less and < $40USD), Priority or Priority Mail Express as International shipping options.  First Class International has no tracking information nor insurance - some of the packages we have shipped have taken 3 months or longer to arrive and some have never even been delivered.  Therefore if First Class International is chosen as the shipping option WE WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE IF YOUR PACKAGE DOES NOT ARRIVE.
****YOU SHIP AT YOUR OWN RISK BY FIRST CLASS INTERNATIONAL.**** 

Although Priority Mail is more expensive it offers both tracking and insurance.  In fact, in the over 35+ years we have shipped records Internationally we have never lost a package shipped by Priority Mail International.  We always offer Priority Mail shipping at checkout.  Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.  

PLEASE READ: If your package weighs less than 4 pounds and your total purchase (single item or multiple items) costs less than $40 USD, then you will have a choice between First Class International (not insured, customs # only) and Priority Mail International (tracking # included, insurance additional). For packages weighing over 4 pounds (usually 4 to 6 single Lps) and valued over $40 USD you will have a choice between Priority Mail International and Express Mail International. This is because First Class is not possible above 4 pounds as it is usually intended for envelopes and small lightweight packets.

If you have specific packaging requests (protected corners, double boxing, etc), you must contact us with these special requests BEFORE paying so that we will be able to assess what the additional shipping costs will be.  

ALSO NOTE: If your single item or total purchase is over $40 USD then shipping MUST be by PRIORITY MAIL (Insured) for your protection as well as ours. Purchases valued at over $100 USD must ship by EXPRESS MAIL (Insured & Tracked). We do not ship expensive packages without insurance & tracking.

AVERAGE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING COSTS:  WE CHARGE BASED ON ACTUAL WEIGHT SO THE FOLLOWING COSTS ARE APPROXIMATIONS BUT SHOULD BE PRETTY CLOSE TO ACTUAL SHIPPING COST – (ACTUAL SHIPPING COST MAY BE MORE OR LESS DEPENDING ON ACTUAL WEIGHT):

SINGLE LP

First Class International $20 for the first single Lp or Priority Mail International $42.

TWO SINGLE LPS OR FOR A 2LP GATEFOLD SET (not including box sets)

First Class International $24 or Priority Mail International $45.

THREE SINGLE LPS (not including box sets)

First Class International $28 or Priority Mail International $47.

FOUR OR MORE LPS MUST BE SHIPPED BY PRIORITY MAIL AND ARE CHARGED AT ACTUAL USPS RATE TO SHIP BASED ON THEIR SHIPPING WEIGHT.

If your order includes BOX SETS or purchases of 4 or more single lps, costs will need to be determined after you make the purchases because it will be based on the exact weight of the items.

SHIPPING & HANDLING FOR CANADA

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FOLLOWING ARE AVERAGE SHIPPING COSTS AND THAT YOUR EXACT SHIPPING COST MAY BE MORE OR LESS BASED ON ACTUAL WEIGHT.  WE CHARGE ACTUAL SHIPPING COST BASED ON WEIGHT TO SHIP.

BUYERS IN CANADA – your rates are different from other overseas rates.

Single LP: First Class International $16 or Priority Mail International $34

Two single lps or one 2LP gatefold set: First Class International $20 or Priority Mail International $36.

Three single lps: First Class International $24 or Priority Mail International $37.

Four or more Lps must be shipped by Priority Mail and are charged at actual USPS cost to ship.

If your order includes BOX SETS or purchases of more than 4 single lps, costs will need to be determined after you make the purchases because it will be based on the exact weight of the items.

All International Buyers – Please Note:

Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.

Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.

Please do not ask us to alter values on customs forms – this is a violation of eBay rules and federal law. TRUE VALUE must be stated on all expensive priority mail and express mail packages for insurance reasons and to comply with all USA and International Shipping Laws.

We handle all payments through PayPal.

Return Policy

If you are dissatisfied with your purchase from us we will accept returns no questions asked. We do not accept returns for SEALED records once opened. We do not cover return shipping.

About Our Business

Analog Paradise is a group of collectors dedicated to the acquisition and trade of audiophile Records, Audio Reels, and Vacuum Tubes. We pride ourselves on providing accurate descriptions of our products, fast and secure services, and building a professional relationship with our customers. If you have a collection for sale and are interested in finding a buyer please contact us.  Thanks for looking and best of luck to you!