BEETHOVEN: 9 Symphonies, KARAJAN, 8-LP Box
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Description
This is Deutsche Grammophon Records (STEREO 2740 2740 172), BEETHOVEN: 9 Symphonies (complete), performed by the Berlin Philharmonic under the baton of Herbert Von Karajan. It is an 8-LP box set with book in beautiful condition. Box shows modest wear (NEAR MINT MINUS); LP's and book are MINT! A remarkable copy of an uncommon item.
HOW WE GRADE RECORDS
For years we resisted using a formal grading system. Now we understand why these systems are used so often when dealing with collectible records -- laziness. OK, we've finally fallen victim to laziness. Here's how we grade records:
MINT -- Pretty darn close to perfect or like new. Record should have no scuffs, blotches, stains, certainly NO SCRATCHES, no buffs, no marks of any kind; cover (and inserts) no split seams, tears, writing, dents, wrinkles, no flaws or blemishes of any kind. Neither should exhibit signs of aging. Vinyl should retain its original luster. Cover and inserts should have bright and vibrant colours.
NEAR MINT -- Vinyl has only 1 or 2 minor surface flaws that do NOT affect play. Cover shows SLIGHT wear or age.
EXCELLENT -- Vinyl has more than a couple of minor flaws but play is still NOT affected; spindle marks might be present. Cover shows only modest wear.
VERY GOOD -- Record has a few hairline marks which may produce the random click. Any extraneous noise should be minimal and should NOT distract from enjoyment of the recorded work. These types of marks are usually made by sliding the record in and out of some kind of unfriendly inner sleeve and not by a needle. Cover shows modest shelf wear but looks good and is very sturdy.
GOOD -- GOOD means GOOD, not BAD! A GOOD record is a joy to own and wonderful to hear. It may be only marginally a "showcase" piece but it is a very very very very nice listening copy. Any scratches are light and produce soft and intermittent extraneous noise. There should be no startling pops or clicks, no distortion, and minimal surface noise. Your enjoyment of the recorded sound should NOT be hampered; you should be able to listen to the entire record without pulling your hair out or cursing the person you bought it from. A GOOD cover is sturdy with perhaps some fraying along the seams and moderate shelf wear. Surfaces should be pretty darn clean and colours bright. Signs of aging might be present. A GOOD record is NOT simply a filler piece that you discard when a better copy comes along. A GOOD record is a keeper.
We don't grade below GOOD because we don't deal with items below this range. We will sometimes use "+" or "MINUS" to fine-tune a grade.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
Our shipping and handling charge is the actual postage plus an additional $2.00 to cover a portion of our packing materials which are top-of-the-line (we want your package to arrive safely). Total shipping cost (with our $2.00 fee) by Media for one LP is $3.84, $2.50 for one CD, and $3.42 for one 7". Win more than one item and we'll combine for reduced shipping costs. Note: during warmer months we recommend Priority Mail; this faster service cuts down on delivery time and minimizes LP warpage. International bidders please inquire about air mail shipping charges before you bid (we do not ship surface). All orders are packed with great care -- please see our feedback! We accept Discover, MasterCard, VISA and American Express as well as money orders (in US dollars only please). We do not accept PayPal. Satisfaction guaranteed; full refund including return postage if not completely happy with purchase. We stand behind what we sell!
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Rainy Day Records
P.O. Box 50596
Columbia, SC 29250-0596
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