The Vigortones (1982) ** 33 1/3 rpm  **  RARE
Items in this lot are:
  That old quartet of mine - 25 years with the Vigortones -- Label:  not shown  -- Record#: E-894

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Description: Up for your consideration is the next in a series of unique Lps, this one by The Vigortones, a barbershop group out of the Cedar Rapids, Iowa, area.

  Group members:

Dick Leighton, tenor Ken Vogel, lead Len Bjella, baritone Bob Nance, bass Several unique things about this item:  Firstly, this disc retains the original shine with a few very light marks grading by sight in normal room light.  I'm sure if you took this and put it under a 1000 watt bulb, you'd probably find something that makes it less than mint.  If you're that kind of collector, let me suggest this auction is not for you.

I don't claim this record is mint.  Based on past experience and visual examination, I'd expect this record to play better than VG+(excellent) with, perhaps, some scattered very light surface noise.  If you want an audio grade of an entire record, no problem, just drop me a note well in advance of the end of auction.  You can then assign your own grade based on my comments on what I heard and the GRADING SCALE BELOW!.     

Keep in mind how it plays for me may differ how it plays for you based on differences in audio equipment. 

Secondly, at the time of this listing, no past/present sales found on e-bay.  NO COPIES FOUND FOR SALE OUT ON THE INTERNET!

So this is your chance to own a unique item at a reasonable price.  Bid early and often so you don't miss out on this auction!   

It is further described below, please take the time to read before bidding.

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I am using the Goldmine scale of G=Good(1), VG = Very Good(2), VG+ = Very Good Plus(excellent)(3), NM = Near Mint(4) when grading the disc(s). 

Here is a summary of the record(s):

Artist:The VigortonesTitle:That old quartet of mineRecord:Black vinyl with original shine and a few very light marks grading by sight in normal room light. Labels:Red with black print.   No stickers, no pen/pencil marks, some spindle marks. Trailing wax:Side 1: "E-894A".  Side 2: "E-894B". Inner sleeve(s):A generic, white sleeve with a few folds.  Cover:Light wear to corners, a few creased tips.  Some light seam wear.  No stickers, no pen/pencil marks.  No seam splits.  Slight general/ring wear.  A light crinkle front upper left corner. Rate the cover VG+(excellent).  You can assign your own grade based on my comments.Comments:Based on past experience and visual examination, I'd expect the tracks to audibly average better than VG+(excellent) with some scattered very light surface noise such that might be heard on any record.  If you want an audio grade (please request well in advance of the end of auction), you can then assign your own grade based on my comments and the scale shown below.  A good addition to your LP collection.   Side 1:Comments:That old quartet of mineAudio grade provided upon requestShenandoahAudio grade provided upon requestPiano roll bluesAudio grade provided upon requestSomethingAudio grade provided upon requestLittle black bookAudio grade provided upon requestFollow meAudio grade provided upon requestJust a closer walk with TheeAudio grade provided upon requestSide 2: Comments:Toot, toot, Tootsie goodbye Audio grade provided upon requestBaby feet go pitter-patterAudio grade provided upon requestMoon riverAudio grade provided upon requestDear little boy of mineAudio grade provided upon requestMandy medleyAudio grade provided upon requestWhen I leave the world behindAudio grade provided upon requestAbide with meAudio grade provided upon request

Additional criteria I use when audibly grading records for people:

NM(4) = absolutely nothing wrong at all (very rarely happens--I've even opened sealed records and they don't play Near Mint) 3.5-3.9 = very, very light surface noise 3.1-3.4 = very light surface noise, very light pops VG+(3) = up to light pops and light surface noise (below this, one's enjoyment is affected, very subjective) VG(2) = up to medium pops and moderate surface noise G(1) = up to heavy pops and heavy surface noise

I normally ship a single record in a standard 12.5 x 12.5 x 1 record mailer.  Weight with box is 1 pound 1 ounces. Shipping is $3.17 Media Rate (1-2 pounds) + $1.20 box/tape/pack + $.50 handling = $4.87.
Alternatively, I can ship in a  14 x 14 x 6" box. Weight with box is about 1 pound 8 oz. Shipping is $3.17 Media Rate (1-2 pounds) + $1.70 box/tape/packing + $.50 handling = $5.37.

This auction is currently set to ship in the smaller box.  If you want the larger box, let me know and I'll send an appropriate invoice.

Buyer pays shipping/handling. Standard method within U.S. is Media Rate, $4.00 This includes online tracking. Outside U.S., e-mail location to determine S/H costs prior to auction end. Insurance / other methods of shipping cost extra. Payment received within ten days of auction ending. Payment via Paypal preferred.

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