Sold Date: April 30, 2017
Start Date: April 20, 2017
Final Price: £105.65 (GBP)
Bid Count: 16
Seller Feedback: 1634
Buyer Feedback: 789

WELCOME TO

THE RECORD HOUSE

THANK YOU FOR TAKING THE TIME TO VISIT MY SITE. I HAVE BEEN A PRIVATE COLLECTOR OF VINYL FOR OVER 40 YEARS AND HAVE BEEN SELLING SINCE THE EARLY 1990s. I STRIVE TO OFFER TOP QUALITY COPIES OF RARE RECORDS FROM THE 1950s THROUGH TO THE 1970s. THE MAJORITY OF ITEMS THAT I SELL ARE FROM MY OWN PRIVATE COLLECTION AND I RARELY SELL ANYTHING THAT GRADES BELOW AN EXCELLENT. I USE STRICT GRADINGS BASED UPON THE RECORD COLLECTOR STANDARD BUT EXPANDED TO GIVE MORE DETAIL AND HELP BUYERS TO KNOW EXACTLY WHAT THEY ARE BIDDING ON.

EVERY RECORD THAT I LIST HAS BEEN CLEANED AND FULLY PLAY GRADED ON BOTH SIDES. THIS ENABLES ME TO GIVE BOTH A VISUAL AND AURAL ACCOUNT OF EACH PARTICULAR ITEM. SLEEVES WILL ALSO BE DESCRIBED IN DETAIL WITH PHOTOS OF ALL ASPECTS WHEN REQUIRED. MY WISH IS THAT BUYERS ARE 100% HAPPY WITH ANY ITEM PURCHASED FROM ME AND THAT THEY FEEL MY DESCRIPTIONS MATCH THE ITEM THAT THEY HAVE BOUGHT FROM ME. I UNDERSTAND THAT RECORD GRADING CAN BE VERY SPECULATIVE (ONE PERSONS EX IS ANOTHER'S VG) AND FOR THAT VERY REASON I OFFER A FULL NO QUIBBLE REFUND ON ANY ITEM THAT YOU FEEL DOES NOT MATCH MY DESCRIPTION. HOWEVER, I WILL NOT ENTER INTO ANY DEBATES OVER 'PART REFUNDS'.

ALL ITEMS THAT I LIST ARE U.K. ORIGINALS UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. EACH LISTING WILL GIVE A VISUAL GRADING OF THE VINYL AS WELL AS AN AURAL GRADING SO THAT YOU KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU ARE BUYING. ALL OF MY DISCS ARE GRADED IN BOTH NATURAL DAYLIGHT AND HALOGEN LIGHT SO THAT I MAY GIVE A FAIR ASSESMENT OF WHAT A RECORD LOOKS LIKE. RECORDS ARE PLAYED ON A LENCO GOLDRING TRANSCRIPTION DECK WITH SHURE CARTRIDGE TRACKING AT ABOUT 2 GRAMS THROUGH AN ARCAM AMP AND MISSION SPEAKERS. NO FILTRATION IS USED.

 MY AIM IS 100% CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SO PLEASE SEE MY PREVIOUS FEEDBACK AND BID WITH CONFIDENCE.

THE RECORD YOU ARE BIDDING ON IS AS FOLLOWS:

ARTIST:  THE TECHNIQUES

TITLE:  YOU'RE MY EVERYTHING/WHAT AM I TO DO

YEAR:  1969

LABEL:  DUKE

CAT. NO:  DU 22

SPEED:  45 RPM MONO

MATRIX NOs:  TMX+66/TMX+67

COUNTRY:  U.K PRESSING

LABEL CONDITION:

Issued on the Blue & White Duke label it has remained in very nice condition. Small name written on the centre each side but no stickers or tears on either side and still nice and clean. Original 1st press rough textured labels. EX-.

VINYL VISUAL GRADING:

SIDE 1: A really nice copy with just the odd light surface line/mark and a few faint hairlines which become visible in strong light. No obvious scratches or other marks. The record shows nothing that will cause any issues on playback. The vinyl retains a nice sheen and, as noted below, plays through beautifully. Visually graded as EX- to EX.

SIDE 2: Very similar to the A side with just a few more surface lines/marks and a few hairlines when viewed in strong light. No scratches or needle lines at all. A very nice copy and visually graded as EX-.

VINYL AURAL GRADING:

SIDE 1: Absolutely minimal surface noise on the run in (if any at all) and a strong clear sound throughout with no distortion. There are no repetitive clicks, pops or crackle at all during playback. Would have to say this plays EX+ and is a great listen.

SIDE 2:  Very similar to Side 1 with barely any surface noise on the run in and a nice clear sound throughout with no distortion and no repetitive clicks or ticks throughout the entire side. Again, this plays EX+. 

RECORD ROUND UP:

The record itself shows light evidence of handling but is way above the average reggae record when it comes to condition and playback. It is so hard to find these early reggae/ska discs in anything like acceptable condition as they were taken to all sorts of parties and played to death so to come across a decent copy like this is a real bonus. Plays beautifully on both sides and not an easy one to come by. A nice addition to your collection and one that you would find it difficult to improve on.

POSTAGE:

All of my items are posted 1st Class Signed For delivery with no exceptions. I am happy to post overseas but all packages will be International Signed For with appropriate insurance, again, no exceptions. Records are always packed out of their sleeve to stop 'knifing' of the seams and have their own protective PVC cover. Everything is always well packed with stiffening card for maximum protection.

GUARANTEE:

I want all of my customers to be happy with their purchases. If, for whatever reason, you are dissatisfied with your item, please contact me immediately so that the issue can be resolved. I am a friendly guy whose aim is to provide quality records and I believe that any issues can be solved perfectly amicably. I do not go in for negative feedback and snide comments as I believe that it is counter productive and somewhat childish. Just talk to me and every thing will work out fine.

Many thanks for viewing my site. I have many more items to come over the following months, although, due to work commitments, my listings may sometimes be a little erratic. Please see my previous feedback and bid with confidence. Many thanks.

GUIDE TO GRADINGS

MINT: As new condition/unplayed

NEAR MINT: No obvious marks or imperfections. May have very light paper lines/hairlines visible under strong light. Sound quality will be virtually perfect.

EXCELLENT + Record will display just the odd very light surface line/mark. No needle lines or scratches. Background/surface noise will be virtually non existent with the possibility of the occasional solitary tick. There will be nothing on the record to cause any audible flaws or distortion.

EXCELLENT: Record will display one or two surface lines and/or light scuff marks. No needle lines or scratches. There may be a little very light background noise only audible on the run in/out. No obvious audible flaws or distortion and will only have had light use. Records graded as Excellent will still be very acceptable copies.

VERY GOOD +: Record will display light surface lines/scuffs, light needle lines and hairlines although there will not be any heavy or obvious scratches. Sound quality will still be perfectly acceptable although there will probably be a little light background noise, most obvious on the run in/out and a little minor distortion occasionally. Records graded VG+ will have had moderate use but have not been overplayed.

VERY GOOD: Record will display several surface lines/marks, light needle lines and light scratches, some of which may be audible. The record has obviously been played many times but will still produce a good sound, albeit with some mild distortion occasionally. There will be no sticks or jumps and the record will play through fine.