5 Kings of Harmony RARE Black Gospel (C. 1947) Alabama
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5 Kings of Harmony RARE Black Gospel (C. 1947) Alabama
5 Kings of Harmony RARE!! Black Gospel (Circa 1947)
Presto Label without a number (Demo?) also stamped Sylacauga Distributors - Sylacauga, Alabama.
Song titles are handwritten with a date of Nov. 29, 1947.
This recording could be one-of-a-kind.
A web search shows that this group had an extensive history behind it. Check it out for yourself. Please note: If you search the web about this group also search under the heading Kings of Harmony - Sylacauga Alabama
Record grade: V (record plays with moderate surface noise but not overbearing (my opinion), no skips on either side.
The song titles are: Good Morning To Heaven / Jesus Is Real
Includes plain label sleeve
This recording is being offered with a low opening bid and no reserve.
I will be listing other 78's this week and will combine shipping. I can safely fit ten 78 rpm records into a USPS Medium Flat Rate box.
Please note: All 78 records listed are visually and play graded using the VJM grading system. I do my best to grade accurately but since record grading is very subjective I will offer a refund if you're not satisfied. Refund would consist of the purchase price plus initial shipping charges.
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Approximately 1-2 lbs. when boxed for shipment.
I prefer to ship 78's in a USPS Medium Flat Rate Priority Box to allow for cushioning and safe arrival of your item. If you would prefer an alternate method just let me know but I would not recommend Media Mail for 78's.
Please email with any questions or concerns
VJM's Guide To Record Grading
The VJM Record Grading System is an internationally-used and recognised system for grading both 78s and LPs. It is used by virtually all record dealers and collectors alike, with an easily understood sequence of letters to show grades and a system of abbreviations to show faults and damage. The first grading system to be adopted by jazz record collectors was devised by the publishers of Record Changer magazine in the 1940s, and the system now known as the VJM Grading System is a refined version of the former, introduced in the early 1950s. There are other systems, notably the one devised by the sound restorer John R. T. Davies in the 1960s, known as the Davies Grading System. This utilises two numbers, one for wear and one for scratches and surface damage, and whilst it is generally more accurate than other systems, its unwieldiness has prevented it from being universally adopted.
The VJM Grading System
N (78) M (LP). As new and unplayed (there are virtually no 78s that can categorically be claimed to be unplayed).
N- (78) M- (LP). Nearly Mint, but has been played. No visible signs of wear or damage.
E+ (78) VG+ (LP). Plays like new, with very, very few signs of handling, such as tiny scuffs from being slipped in and out of jackets.
E (89) VG (LP). Still very shiny, near new looking, with no visible signs of wear, but a few inaudible scuffs and scratches.
E- (78) VG- (LP). Still shiny but without the lustre of a new record, few light scratches. LP: Some wear, scratches and scuffs, but no skipped or repeat grooves.
V+ (78) G+ LP. V+ is an average condition 78 in which scuffs and genral use has dulled the finish somewhat. Wear is moderate but playing is generally free from distortion. Surface noise not overly pronounced. LP: Below average with scuffs and scratches on fewer than half the tracks. No skips or repeat grooves.
V (78) G (LP). Moderate, even wear throughout, but still very playable. Surface noise and scratches audible but not intrusive.
V- (78) G- (LP). Quite playable still, but distortion and heavy greying in loud passages. Music remains loud in most passages. Surface noise and scratches well below music level. LP: Lowest Grade. Audible scratches, etc. on more than half the tracks. Listening uncomfortable.
G+ (78). Grey throughout but still serviceable. Music begins to sound muffled. Heavy scratches.
G (78). Quite seriously worn and scratched, but music level is still higher than surface noise.
G- (78). Music still prominent, but wear and scatch damage extensive.
F (78). Most of music remains audible over surface noise, but listening now uncomfortable.
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