SAX 2253 David Oistrakh Encores UK Columbia B/S
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Description
ARTISTE, RECORD TITLE AND LABEL
DAVID OISTRAKH " Encores"
Columbia SAX 2253 ( Blue/Silver; pressed in England)
Matrix Numbers:
YAX 26-5/YAX 27-5
BACKGROUND :
A mega rare SAX which rarely comes up for sale, this is an original pressing on the Blue/Silver or Turquoise/Silver label as some term it. It comes with the original inner sleeve though I will ship it in a brand new custom made acid free paper sleeve.
GRADING RESULTS:
I would rate the cover as generally between VG+ to VG++. There are no writings, tears etc on the cover . However, there is a scuff on the laminate on the bottom right hand side as well as spots where the laminate has separated from the cover with some parts missing which is more prevalent on the back.
Both sides of the vinyl look mint with no visible surface scratches or spindle marks. The vinyl maintains its lustre and is mirror like. Tracking at 1.7g on my Naim Aro arm and Lyra Helikon SL cartridge, the playing on both sides was generally Excellent . There is some extraneous surface noise especially in the beginning but these were not intrusive . I will continue cleaning it at periodic intervals as I found from experience that it can only improve it further. There was no distortion whatsoever.
How I Clean and Grade my Records
Cleaning: Cleaning is usually done on a Loricraft PRC 4 cleaning machine using the US made Walker Audio stage cleaning solution.
Playback Equipment: Playback is through a Linn LP12 turntable/Armeggedon/Naim Aro tonearm/Lyra Helikon SL cartridge and through a brace of active Naim 250s/135s into Naim DBL speakers. For 45s I use a second Linn/Lingo/Aro/Linn Troika though I change them occasionally as the arm tubes can be easily transferred from one deck to another.
I use both Goldmine and Rare Record Price Guide grading system as a guide and came up with the following:
· Mint I only use this for sealed items. The record is virtually unplayed and is in a brand new condition. Cover is pristine. Up till now, I have never used this grading and, chances are, never will, due to my conservative nature in matters of record grading.
· Near Mint Very little or negligible flaws. Faint lines or very faint creasing on laminated covers visible under a strong light is acceptable but nothing serious. Records which show some signs of having been played such as very faint spindle marks are allowed but there should be no lessening in sound quality. .
· Excellent Item obviously played, though not often,and enjoyed with some slight noise. The record should be nice and shiny but may have a few light marks which should not intrude on play. Slight wear on cover is acceptable.
· Very Good Many more imperfections which are noticeable but not obtrusive. The record has been played several times but there should be no major deterioration in sound quality despite some noticeable surface marks and light scratches. Normal wear and tear or writings on the cover is acceptable but there should not be any major tears.
I do not offer any records below Very Good unless its extremely rare.
Shipping costs
I use brand new custom made plastic sleeves for both the vinyl and for the sleeve. Shipping is always by Airmail and by registered post as it allows one to track items in case of delays. Shipping costs in pounds are:
UK/USA/Europe 10 pounds
Hongkong, Taiwan South Korea 8.3pounds
Australia China Japan 8.9 pounds
Postage is via Airmail, "signed for" delivery. I prefer signed for delivery as it allows me to "chase" on my side if buyers do not get their items within 2 weeks though so far this has only happened with Italy.
I will inform buyers of the registration details through Email on posting.
Forms of payment that I accept include:
· PAYPAL (preferred choice)
· International Money Orders
Pay instantly with your debit or credit card through PayPal.
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