REM / R.E.M. - Radio Free Europe - 1st single-Hib-Tone

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R.E.M. - Radio Free Europe / Sitting Still on Hib-Tone Records (HT 0001). Purple label. R.E.M.'s first single on the Atlanta Hib-Tone Records label. Vinyl is Near Mint, Sleeve is Very Fine. See minor abrasion / rubbing in the upper right corner on the scan. Sleeve is otherwise near mint.

Record Grade: Near Mint

Cover Grade: Very Fine

GRADING: NM (near mint) is my highest grade for opened records (which would also include unplayed records). It’s a 9 or 10 on a 1-10 scale. NM- would be equivalent to an 8; VF to a 7; FINE to a 6; VG+ to a 5; VG to a 4; G to a 3; F to a 2 and P to a 1. The same scale applies when I grade covers (jackets). Significant defects are specifically noted and, taken into consideration in the grade.

GRADING DESCRIPTIONS - RECORDS Grading is based on the following criteria

• Sealed = store stock new
• Near Mint = like new or near new with only one or two small insignificant defects, a 9 or better on a 1-10 scale
• Very Fine + = extremely nice. Would be Near Mint, except for a couple of light hairlines or scuffs, which do not affect play
• Very Fine = still a very nice record with all or nearly all of its original gloss but may have a few more light, surface marks, hairlines, needle tracks or the like which should not materially effect play
• Fine = a nice, but used record that may have a series of light scuffs or scratches. It probably plays with a few pops, but has no serious problems.
• VG+ = a well-used record that still should sound OK when played, but may have moderate surface noise, pops, etc.
• VG = a very well-worn record that plays through without skipping, but will do until a better copy comes along.
• Good = not actually good at all but probably will play through but with much in the way of surface noise, pops, crackles, etc. Still, will have no cracks, chips or the like
• Fair = you’re getting this record just to own but not to play
• Poor = Will never see offered by me on ebay.

VISUAL GRADING: All records are visually graded only unless I state that they are play-graded. Some major labels such as the one that uses the Nipper logo - for example, were pressed on better quality vinyl and will sound better than a record which visually appears the same on budget labels. Recording techniques also varied. The sound on live albums may be far inferior to studio recordings. There may also be defects in the pressing which are invisible. The point is that an album on a major label graded VG+ may sound noticeably better than an album on a budget label that is visually graded Near Mint. I have no problem issuing a refund if you are dissatisfied with the sound on a record as long as it’s requested as per my stated return policy below. But please don’t be shocked if a record visually graded Near Mint doesn’t sound state of the art. If I base my grade on a PLAY GRADE, I will state this specifically in my grading section.

GRADING DESCRIPTIONS - COVERS: There are really too many possible defects regarding covers to be as specific in my definitions as I had been with my record grades. But please keep in mind these general grading guidelines:

• I will give greater weight to the condition of the front cover than back cover when assigning an overall grade
• No cover with a cut out hole or saw mark will be graded Near Mint even if it is still in factory shrink and there is no other wear
• A saw mark is a narrow cut in the perimeter of the cover, could be anywhere and vary in length from 1/2” to 2” at the most.
• The overall grade takes into consideration any stated defects. For example, if I grade a cover VG+ and then state it has 6” top and bottom seam splits - I’ve already reduced the grade because of the seam splits. If the seams weren’t split, the cover would be graded higher such as VG++ or Mint-. I always specifically list any marks or tears.

Shipping Costs:

The buyer pays for shipping, and I always try to charge ACTUAL shipping. The cost for shipping a 7” record via 1st class is $1.60 and via Priority Postage is $4.05.

Insurance is optional but available for $1.30. Delivery tracking is $.55.

Please contact me with any questions and check out my other eBay auctions All items are from my personal collection and have been stored with the greatest care. Other records which I will be listing are: rock, soul, punk, new wave, soundtracks, and miscellaneous offbeat items.

RETURNS: Everything I sell is guaranteed. If you desire a refund, you must notify me by e-mail of your intent within one week after your receipt of the record or other item and within a reasonable time after the auction’s close. Also, the item must be returned in its original condition , i.e. the way it was shipped when it left my hands.