Fred & Robert Van Eps - Five String Banjo LP US 1950s VG # rare Jazz

	£		100
	$		133

Fred & Robert Van Eps

Five String Banjo

Van Eps : none

US - 1950s (?)

Sleeve Condition: None / Media Condition: VG

 
This record came to us in a fairly generic brown paper sleeve and is sold with same. A generic white card outer will also be supplied to protect the record. The record has a visible surface scratch across three tracks on one side but on play test this proved to be superficial and did not affect playback. The record played through with no sticks or jumps and while there is some light background crackle it performs remarkably well for a record of this age. One more serious point however is that the disc has become slightly dished over the years (presumably due to poor storage at some point) - while this has no noticeable effect on playback it can be a problem if an automatic turntable is used and there is insufficient clearance when the stylus arm is returned to the rest position. If you have any questions regarding this please ask before purchasing. Having issued this warning we cannot be held responsible for any damage caused to the record or equipment as a result of this fault.

RETURN POLICY: If for any reason you are unhappy with your purchase please contact us in the first case as we believe that all issues can be resolved. We will aim to respond to your query within 24 hours, so please be patient and trust that we understand the importance of good customer service. Please keep original packing in case you should need to return an item.

GRADING: All of our records are graded using the standard UK Record Collector Grading system as follows:

• MINT: The record itself is in brand new condition with no surface marks or deterioration in sound quality. The cover and any extra items such as the lyric sheet, booklet or poster are in perfect condition. Records advertised as Sealed or Unplayed should be Mint.
• EXCELLENT: The record shows some signs of having been played, but there is very little lessening in sound quality. The cover and packaging might have slight wear and / or creasing.
• VERY GOOD: The record has obviously been played many times, but displays no major deterioration in sound quality, despite noticeable surface marks and the occasional light scratch. Normal wear and tear on the cover or extra items, without any major defects, is acceptable.
• GOOD: The record has been played so much that the sound quality has noticeably deteriorated, perhaps with some distortion and mild scratches. The cover and contents suffer from folding, scuffing of edges, spine splits, discolouration, etc.
• FAIR: The record is still just playable but has not been cared for properly and displays considerable surface noise; it may even jump. The cover and contents will be torn, stained and / or defaced.
• POOR: The record will not play properly due to scratches, bad surface noise, etc. The cover and contents will be badly damaged or partly missing.
• BAD: The record is unplayable or might even be broken, and is only of use as a collection filler.

POSTAGE AND PACKING: Items will be sent in strong protective packing, using purpose designed mailers where possible. We take care to make sure that the vinyl and inner bag are always removed from the outer sleeve to prevent seam splits, and the vinyl itself will be placed in a soft plastic cover to protect it during transit. Postage discounts are available for multiple items, so please wait to be invoiced if you are making multiple purchases. 

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