Bach Grumiaux 3 LP Box Set Philips Sonatas Partitas Violin Solo Rare 835 198/200

$

90

Up for sale is a rare 3LP set of Bach Sonatas on the Philips Label.  All records and in fantastic condition and the set includes the insert/booklet pictured.   Please see below for additional detailed grading notes.  

Note: This set was visually graded.

VISUAL GRADE

Box/Jacket: shelf ware, corner wear (see photos), otherwise nice vintage condition. 

Label/Spindle (all discs/sides): VG+, very light spindle marks on some sides, handled with great care.  Appear to have been played very few times.  

All discs (6 sides): VG+, all very glossy and clean.  

Due to the subjective nature of record grading, I generally refrain from grading any open record(s) higher than VG+ and grade conservatively so when you receive your new record(s) you'll be pleasantly surprised by the condition.  

Note: eBay has a record grade in between VG+ and NM (i.e. EX), which doesn't appear to be included in the Goldmine grading standards (included below), so I am choosing not to use it.  

Mint [M]: Absolutely perfect in every way - certainly never played, possibly even still sealed. (More on still sealed below). Should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all.

Near Mint [NM or M-]: A nearly perfect record. Many dealers won't give a grade higher than this implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect. The record shows no obvious sign of wear. A 45 rpm sleeve has no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling.

An LP jacket has no creases, folds, seam splits or any other noticeable similar defect. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same is true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, and the like. Basically, Near Mint looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.

Very Good Plus [VG+]: Shows some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some slight signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experience. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are OK.

The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but should be barely noticeable. The center hole is not misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves and LP inner sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turn-up corners, or a slight seam-split. An LP jacket my have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount.

In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.

Very Good [VG]: Many of the defects found in a VG+ record are more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise is evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during the song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as will light scratches deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound.

Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.

Good [G], Good Plus [G+]: Good does not mean bad! A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear.

A jacket or sleeve has seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the object. If it's a common item, you'll probably find another copy in better shape eventually. Pass it up. But if it's something you have been seeking for years, and the price is right, get it.

Poor [P], Fair [F]: The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on all three seams and heavily marred by wear and/or writing. The LP jacket barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, and written upon.

Except for impossibly rare records otherwise unattainable, records in this condition should be bought or sold for no more than a few cents each.

Payment & Returns:  Currently accepting PayPal only.  

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Refunds will be accepted within 14 days of receiving the item.  To receive a refund, the item must be returned.  Buyer pays return shipping.  

Items should be returned in the same condition in which they were sent.  For example, sealed items should must be sealed when returned.  

For items damaged in shipping, a picture may be requested for the claim back to the carrier.  

Shipping:  Shipping to the USA only at this time. I generally ship M-F and usually within 1 or 2 business day of receiving payment. 

I package all items myself and treat them as collectibles when preparing them for shipment.  I always do my best to not allow the item to move/shift while in transit.  

I also try to reuse packing materials to reduce waste, but on some occasions an odd sized box is required.  In those cases, your item(s) may take longer than 1 business day to ship.  

For expensive items (generally over $100) a signature will be required to accept the package.  

Should an item be damaged while shipping, pictures may be requested for the claim back to the carrier.  I will do my best to reconcile this with them without creating extra work for you, but often, the buyer must present the item to the carrier.  If a signature was required to accept the package, please be sure to inspect the condition of the package prior to signing.  Once you've signed, it will be extremely difficult to hold the carrier responsible for damages that occur during transit.  

Other:  I do my best to represent my items accurately by photographing the actual item(s) you’ll receive, so if you have any questions or concerns, please ask before bidding or buying.

Should any other issues arise, kindly reach out and we can discuss our options to address the issue at hand.  I'm a reasonable person and willing to work with anyone that is willing to  work with me.