NM HAMPTON HAWES TRIO - C3505 CONTEMPORARY DEEP GROVE EARLY US PRESS 1955 MONO
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NM HAMPTON HAWES TRIO (S/T) C3505 CONTEMPORARY - DEEP GROVE EARLY PRESS 1955 MONO
** Early Pressing / Yellow & Black Label Logo / Deep Groove **
Side 1: Matrix / Runout LKL 12-30 D4 Side 2: Matrix / Runout LKL 12-29 D4 Hampton Hawes Trio (S/T) Piano: Hampton Hawes Bass: Red Mitchell Drums: Chuck Thompson Recorded in Los Angeles; June 28, 1955 Cover Art: Pauline Annon Engineering: John Palladino Liner Notes: Lester Koenig
Record Grading:? Side 1 & 2: VG++ I'm a very strict grader and therefore marking this down from a NM- as the label on Side 2 seems to have been torn (possibly during original manufacturing process?) and then reapplied. See picture. When I first acquired this LP it had never been played. I've listened to it 2-3 times through, if that. It still shows nice, high gloss. My eyes see a couple of the tiniest visual hair-line scuffs, but that's really squinting and looking close. None affecting sound. This record plays beautifully - flat and quiet. The LP was removed from its original white paper liner immediately after I acquired it. I transferred into the acid-free anti-static poly liner, in which it will ship
Jacket Grading: NM The condition of this jacket should give you some idea of how good the record sounds. I've taken numerous photos so that you can see the high gloss, sharp corners, strong seams, deep colors, etc. It shows no signs of aging or fading. Even the title on the jacket spine is crystal clear & legible, with no evidence of handling or wear.
Overall Grading: NM- A magnificent copy of this 1955 early pressing LP on Contemporary. Other than the blemish with the torn/reapplied label on side 2, it is nearly perfect in every way. I buy/sell a lot of rare records, mainly classical these days, but I DO know that you'd be hard pressed to find a nicer copy of C3505. I've included the maximum number of high-resolution, close-up photos allowed to ensure potential buyers can bid confidently. Note: I WILL be adding more jazz LPs to my listings here, including a number of Blue Note "Ear" Early & First Pressings, so please check back.
Shipping Policy:
All LPs are secured with bubble-wrap and carefully placed in proper mailers with specialized cardboard inserts for reinforcement. LPs will be shipped in their inner sleeve, stored outside of the record jacket to avoid damage in transit. Box sets are mailed with the LPs remaining inside, after placing thin sheets of packing paper or bubble-wrap inside to further reduce movement of contents.
I am happy to combine auction items to reduce your shipping costs. However, if you want multiple items to mailed in one package DO NOT PAY until you are done bidding.
I mail purchased items very quickly, typically same day, but ONLY to the address specified in the original request.
** I WILL NEVER SHIP TO A LOCATION OTHER THAN THE ONE LISTED ON THE INVOICE **
Return Policy:
Please read my return policy carefully before bidding. It will minimize surprises and misunderstandings.
1. My shipping costs are nonrefundable. Return shipping costs are the buyer’s responsibility.
2. My listings include high resolution, close-up photos taken under bright light. Please review them before making bidding decisions. I am happy to send additional photos upon request.
3. I sell items that are out of print or considered collectible. Refunds can only be requested if items are not as described. Buyer's remorse is not covered.
4. Returns may be requested up to 1 week after item is delivered. Refunds will be issued only after the returned item is in hand and confirmed to be in the same condition as pictured in the original listing. SEALED ITEMS MUST BE RETURNED SEALED. "NEVER PLAYED" RECORDS MUST BE RETURNED UN-PLAYED.
5. Refunds will NOT be given for defects inherent to the pressing methods of the era in which the record was produced. For example, smaller, "budget" labels from the early 1950s usually have some surface noise during quiet passages. Full refunds WILL be issued if, during the inspection process, I missed scratches or damage that can be seen and felt.
6. Instead of making assumptions regarding your preferred record cleaning methods, I will allow you to wash albums purchased from me in your own home and with your own equipment. This has always been my personal preference, as I have bought records in the past which arrived damaged by harsh chemicals and/or contaminated cloths.
7. When purchasing "never played" records, you may see remnants from the original packaging process on the LP. My policy is to let you clean this off with your own equipment. Experienced collectors know that fine cardboard dust or bits of paper from the original sleeve are most reliable evidence that a record has never been played. Refunds will NOT be given to those claiming LPs were graded incorrectly because of these remnants. For more information on this topic visit the websites of a trusted RCM manufacturer such as VPI, Record Doctor, Okki Nokki, or Nitty Gritty.
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Any item that you purchase from me comes out of my personal library. I am first and foremost a music lover & collector, not a dealer or bulk seller. I am auctioning off a few choice pieces as I have simply run out of storage space. The majority of the items that I sell are duplicate copies looking for a good home and a pair of keen, appreciative ears. Please enjoy this music with family, friends and loved ones!!
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