Bob Dylan – Blonde On Blonde – Double NM Singer Songwriter Vinyl LP
  $   42

 


$ 42 Sold For
Apr 14, 2015 Sold Date
Apr 7, 2015 Start Date
$   4 Start price
11   Number Of Bids
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Description

Does it seem to you that every song and album by Bob Dylan seems to sound even greater as time goes on?  I know it does to me.  But this one is especially that way.  There seems to be consensus among critics and fans alike that this double album is Dylan’s very best work.  Yes, it produced a couple of hits singles.  And two other tracks that weren’t even big hits at the time are now considered to be among the best songs ever recorded.  But overall, there isn’t a disappointing moment on any of these four incredible sides.  With support from his backing band, The Hawks (later known as The Band) and keyboardist Al Kooper, this astounding collection still is beautiful and profound today.  This album was released on Columbia in 1970, number C2S-841.  This is a reissue of the album originally released in 1966.  The vinyl is in pristine condition with its bright original luster and no scratches or scuffs, except for one tiny blemish at the end of the last track on side four.  That spot results in two very light pops.  Otherwise the entire set plays with virtually no background noise.  The vinyl grades NM.  The gatefold album cover shows the tiniest hint of ring wear and some very light corner and edge wear.  The seams are all sharp, tight, and intact.  The cover grades a strong VG+. 

Album Tracks: 
Rainy Day Women #12 & 35
Pledging My Time
Visions Of Johanna
One Of Us Must Know
I Want You
Memphis Blues Again
Leopard-skin Pill-box Hat
Just Like A Woman
Most Likely You Go Your Way And I’ll Go Mine
Temporary Like Achilles
Absolutely Sweet Marie
4th Time Around
Obviously 5 Believers
Sad Eyed Lady Of The  Lowlands

Grading Information

I always clean and then listen to every record I list on eBay.  I do this to make sure I can give as accurate a description of each record as possible.  I will do both a visual check and an audio check.  I will say that when it comes to the letter grade my inclination is always to give more preference to the sound of the record.  I’ve seen many records that had a few light scuffs so the vinyl did not look beautiful, but the album played like new.  In this case I may grade the vinyl as high as VG+.  And I have also seen records where the vinyl looked pristine, but upon playing I was hearing static or other background noise throughout.  At best that vinyl would be rated VG.  The only time I would rate an album as NM is when it looks and plays as though it is brand new.  I absolutely attempt to give as objective a grading as I can.  I don’t ever want you to be disappointed in the quality of the album you receive. 

I only use three grades in my grading:  NM, VG+, and VG.  The only exception is a sealed album which is presumed to have vinyl in mint condition.  My NM grading means, as noted above, that the vinyl looks and plays as though it is the first time out of the sleeve.  The VG+ rating is used on any album that plays great but plays less than perfect.  It may have a pop here and there, or either some occasional or even light consistent background noise.  The key is that, in my opinion, the album will be one you will be proud to have in your collection and will always enjoy hearing.  VG is the lowest grade I use, and granted, this is very subjective.  I will never sell an album that I would not play again myself.  That’s why I listen to every record I list.  I’ve thrown out quite a few albums that I wouldn’t want to say I sold.  Still, there are albums that play well but just have a little more than that typical level of noise.  They sound good, and I’m confident you’ll still enjoy the music.  But you should expect to hear some distracting noise here and there. 

Shipping Information – Combined Shipping

Shipping is $4.00 in the continental U.S.  I happily combine records from multiple auctions to reduce total shipping cost.  In fact, I welcome it!  The $4.00 cost for U.S. shipping applies regardless of the number of auctions won in any 5-day period. 

Canada shipping is calculated based on weight using US Postal Service rates.  Combined shipping is also welcomed here and does result in significant per-album cost savings. The first album will be shipped for $12.  Additional albums will be shipped for $2 per album, with up to five albums able to be shipped before we need to use International Priority shipping.  At that point we will work together on final determination of shipping cost. 

The Canada cost determination also applies for all other International shipping, except that the first album is shipped for $18 and each subsequent is an additional $2.50. 

All albums will be shipped in specially designed album hard cardboard mailers with a cardboard insert to prevent damage upon opening.  The vinyl is removed from the cover and presented in a new poly sleeve.  I am committed to one day turnaround on shipments.  If I receive payment before 7:00 AM Central Time I will package and ship that same day.  Payment by Paypal is preferred. 

Thanks for looking and please contact me with any questions.


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