Jimi Hendrix Experience "Are You Experienced" 1ST PRESS LP, Tri-Color Label,1967

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76

I'm back to selling more of my record collection and will be listing additional LPs, 45's, 78's (as well as other neat stuff) in the coming days, weeks, and (probably) months, so check here often.
 
I try my best to visually grade my records by Goldmine standards and actually have encountered no disputes so far (that I recall). If a concern with condition arises after receiving and inspecting an item, contact me immediately for resolution. I try to provide good quality photos and hopefully they will help with your pre-bid evaluations.
 
I ship in corrugated packaging designed for 7" or 12" vinyl.  I remove record & sleeve from cover to protect jacket from seam splits. I will combine orders to save you shipping costs. See below for other options and international shipping.
 

Payment due within 2 days of auction end. International buyers PLEASE WAIT FOR MY INVOICE before paying.

 
Here I have:
 
Jimi Hendrix Experience "Are You Experienced" 1ST PRESS LP, Tri-Color Label,1967

Reprise RS-6261, Stereo

Vinyl is play graded at VG+. The jacket is VG (no seam splits). 

 
Grading

Mint (M)
I don't consider myself qualified to rate any vinyl Mint.

Near Mint (NM or M-)
The record should show no obvious signs of wear. A 45 RPM or EP sleeve should have no more than the most minor defects, such as almost invisible ring wear or other signs of slight handling. An LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam splits or other noticeable similar defects. No cut-out holes, either. And of course, the same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves and the like. Basically, an LP in near mint condition looks as if you just got it home from a new record store and removed the shrink wrap.
 
Very Good Plus (VG+)
A Very Good Plus record will show some signs that it was played and otherwise handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Record surfaces may show some signs of wear and may have slight scuffs or very light scratches that don't affect one's listening experiences. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are "OK". The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but it should be barely noticeable. The center hole will not have been misshapen by repeated play. Picture sleeves will have some slight wear, lightly turned up corners, or a slight seam split. An LP cover may have slight signs of wear also and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation or corner indicating it was taken out of print and sold at a discount. In general, if not for a couple things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint. All but the most mint-crazy collectors will find a Very Good Plus record highly acceptable.
 
Very Good (VG)
Many of the defects found in a VG+ record will be more pronounced in a VG disc. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song's intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, as with light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, it will not have all of these problems at the same time, only two or three of them.
 
Good (G), Good Plus (G+)
A record in Good or Good Plus condition can be put onto a turntable and will play through without skipping. But it will have significant surface noise and scratches and visible groove wear (on a styrene record, the groove will be starting to turn white). A cover or sleeve will have seam splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear or other defects will start to overwhelm the cover.
 
Poor (P), Fair (F)

The record is cracked, badly warped, and won't play through without
skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve is water damaged, split on
all three seams and heavily marred by wear and writing. The LP cover
barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully seam split, crinkled, and written upon.

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Most records are visually & play rated and this will be indicated with each individual description above. The buyer should take solace in the fact that I will tend to grade my records conservatively. I will make my best attempt to disclose any defects, etc. I do not clean my records. I prefer to leave that to the buyer.
 
If you have ANY questions, please email me before placing your bid. I will try to respond within an appropriate time period.
 
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INTERNATIONAL ORDERS
 
Flat rate or calculated shipping charges (based on package weight and size) will apply. No more than TWO (2) LPs or THREE (3) 45s will be included in any individual package. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Check with your country's Customs office to determine any additional costs prior to bidding or buying. These charges are normally collected by the shipping company or when you pick the item up. Do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. I do not mark merchandise values below value or as "gifts". U.S. and International regulations prohibit such behavior.
 
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Domestic/U.S.A. Shipping to lower 48 states
 
(USPS Media Mail)
 
     LP Only Shipments: $4 for the 1st LP $1 for each additional LP.
    45 Only Shipments: $4 for the 1st 45 $0.50 for each additional 45.
    78 Only Shipments: calculated.

(USPS Priority)
 
     LP Only Shipments: $8 for the 1st LP $2 for each additional LP.
    45 Only Shipments: $8 for the 1st 45 $1 for each additional 45.
    78 Only Shipments: calculated.
    Mixed Shipments: $8 for the 1st LP $2 for each additional record.

 
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International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying.
 

Canada/Mexico Shipping
 
 (First Class Air Mail)
 Allow 2-4 weeks delivery time depending on your country's customs.

    LP Only Shipments: $12 for the 1st LP $2 for each additional LP.
    45 Only Shipments: $10 for the 1st 45 $2 for each additional 45.
    78 Only Shipments: calculated.

(Priority Air Mail)
 Allow 5-14 business days delivery time depending on your country's customs.

    LP Only Shipments: $22 for the 1st LP $4 for each additional LP.
    45 Only Shipments: $20 for the 1st 45 $4 for each additional 45.
    78 Only Shipments: calculated.

    * Double LPs, box sets, etc. will incur additional shipping costs as indicated above.
    * You may edit your shipping total when submitting payment through PayPal.

To the rest of the world
 
 (First Class Air Mail)
 Allow 2-4 weeks delivery time depending on your country's customs.

    LP Only Shipments: $19 for the 1st LP $5 for each additional LP.
    45 Only Shipments: $10 for the 1st 45 $2 for each additional 45.
    78 Only Shipments: calculated.

(Priority Air Mail)
 Allow 5-14 business days delivery time depending on your country's customs.

    LP Only Shipments: $39 for the 1st LP $5 for each additional LP.
    45 Only Shipments: $35 for the 1st 45 $5 for each additional 45.
    78 Only Shipments: calculated.

    * Double LPs, box sets, etc. will incur additional shipping costs as indicated above.
    * You may edit your shipping total when submitting payment through PayPal.