Here Comes Frank Foster, Blue Note 5043, DG, Lexington, flat edge, 10"

$

125

So I just got done trading some really cool stuff with some of my fellow vinyl nerds, and I couldn't wait to put these up ... they're really, really cool. I acquired a few 10", rare jazz LPs. A handful of Blue Note and Prestige. I'm debating what to keep, but there's two I wanted to let go of. 
VINYL: VG+ (7.5 of 10): Another great original Blue Note 10", early stuff. There's a small handful of very thin hairlines ... perhaps 3. Looks to me as if the original owner had just a few accidents, but otherwise took care of this record. Good gloss, plays through just fine, and overall is a fantastic listen -- especially considering the age.
COVER: VG+ (7.5 of 10): Solid. Bottom seam is very worn, but still holding on. Spine and top are fine. Great gloss. Back is even still quite white. Only issue is some writing on back.
COVER SPLITS: None, but the bottom seam is very fragile.

Vinyl Weight:  Around 128g
VINYL SPECIFICS: Deep Groove (DG), Lexington label, no trademark, Ear marks, flat edge, original 10", BLP 5043 catalog number 

VINYL ABNORMALITIES: Nothing to distract.

SPECIAL NOTES: Quite nice. I've seen a few copies of this one, but it is very rare. This one works for the audiophile, but not the super picky kind. Not archival, but very solid. If you've been searching for this one, it's a very good choice ... top 25% of copies left I'm sure.

THE SELLER: I'm an AVID jazz collector (and have been for quite some time). I do have all the pedigree classic rock, and dabble in blues and a few other genres, but overall I'm a jazz vinyl collector. That's my specialty. I try to present each album as a unique piece. I strive for an academic-level quality of evaluation. Every vinyl has its positives and negatives, and I hope to depict that reality in each of my listings. I used to sell for volume, but I now want to focus on quality and presentation. Each of my listings is presented after careful evaluation and note taking. As such, I probably won't have any more than 3 listings up at a time (if that), and they may be few and far between ... but when they do come up, rest assured it's a listing presented by a collector. The only reason I sell is to keep my collection on a rotational basis until I get the exact pieces I want. I recommend any potential bidder evaluate the detail and photos critically to evaluate whether or not to add the piece to their collection. I've attempted to consider album historical importance, vinyl performance, overall aesthetic, and unique character. 


Grading: My scale consists of ... G, VG, VG+ ... NOTHING ELSE. I refuse to use the word "mint." Instead I use words describing luster, paper scuffs, scratches, nicks, gouges, needle drops, etc ... and it's all detailed in the vinyl description area. The only time I'll use "mint" is if the LP is sealed. The number after each G/VG/VG+ scoring is meant to describe general eye appeal in combination with the audio during my vinyl audition. It's meant to give you a better idea of the overall piece presented. In other words, you get a general (then more-specific) idea of what the piece is. I also note any cover splits, pressing abnormalities, or additional notes needed (pressing bubbles, radial hues, inconsistent look, possible water damage, etc.). I will provide as much information as needed such as matrix markings, vinyl weight, stamping marks, or any other attributes of note.


* All vinyl I sell is cleaned with a vacuum system and home crafted, all natural enzyme cleaner. I've created my own vacuum cleaning system and process. It's a 3-step process of clean, vacuum, rinse two times. 
** All covers I sell are sanitized and properly wiped down with a lightly alcohol/de-ionized water solution.
*** If I find a short cover split, I will try to repair it if possible. If I do that, it is noted. If the split is too big, then I'll leave it as is for consideration. Regardless, any splits, or lack thereof, are noted.
**** All vinyl ships in a proper record shipping box, with vinyl OUTSIDE the sleeve to protect the cover. Each piece is sent with a 4mil plastic sleeve.
***** All vinyl I sell has been auditioned IN FULL on a Lenco (Bogen) L70 (B62) with a Denon 103 cartridge, using a (modern) generic Pioneer receiver through Polk speakers. While not a professional HiFi system, it most certainly isn't a beginner's setup.
****** All vinyl shipping is $4 in the USA, via Media Mail (any album over $100 gets free insurance). All overseas shipments are charged by WEIGHT. So check WEIGHT before you bid -- there should be a calculator up to to get a general idea of cost.
******* Generally I have a NO RETURNS policy -- unless you have a damn compelling reason.
******** Each auction starts at $4.99, and I let the market dictate the price from there, based on condition and evaluation from myself. I let the vinyl community tell me what it's worth -- forget Discogs, Musicstack, or past eBay listings. You all need to tell me what it's worth.