ChrisPeacock 0 Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 i have an attic full of old vinyl records and im looking at selling them but havent got a clue how to value them or where to go to value them. has anyone done this before or know where is best to start Link to post Share on other sites
spinner 0 Posted January 6, 2011 Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 I've sold loads from collection of 60's soul, motown and rock 45's on E-Bay using the Record Price Guide (published by Record Collector magazine) to get an idea of value. In the end, of course, they're worth only what someone will pay! Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisPeacock 0 Posted January 6, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2011 thanks i have loads from 50's up until late 80's most are albums and very good condition Link to post Share on other sites
spinner 0 Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Singles (usually) go for a lot more than albums Link to post Share on other sites
Raymilkybarkid 0 Posted January 8, 2011 Report Share Posted January 8, 2011 Some 12" singles are worth a fortune. Check record collector for the prices. (Also a goos source for shops who may purchase collections) Professional DJ Since 1983 - Having worked in Clubs, Pubs, Mobile and Radio in the UK and Europe 29 Years Experience and still learning. Link to post Share on other sites
weekender45 0 Posted January 11, 2011 Report Share Posted January 11, 2011 i have an attic full of old vinyl records and im looking at selling them but havent got a clue how to value them or where to go to value them. has anyone done this before or know where is best to start Link to post Share on other sites
ChrisPeacock 0 Posted January 12, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 ..? Link to post Share on other sites
Paul The Party DJ 0 Posted January 12, 2011 Report Share Posted January 12, 2011 I was very involved in the record collector market for a while - I had stalls at many of the major record fairs for 4 or 5 years. I'd avoid dealers at all costs, they will give you a fraction of the value because they want to make a profit. Spinner is right, Ebay is your friend - it's certainly the place to start. The Record Collector magazine and their guide is a very useful resource. It's unlikely that you are sat on a Gold Mine, but one record in that collection may be worth more than all the others put together. Music has never been easier to buy, good luck. Paul The Party DJ Mobile Disco and Wedding Specialist Southampton & The New Forest Link to post Share on other sites
unklbrian 0 Posted January 13, 2011 Report Share Posted January 13, 2011 A site that may be worth checking out - Popsike http://www.popsike.com/index.html type in the name of the artist & tune - it will give auction results [be warned - its NOT %100 accurate] .. The biggest headache will be where to start ! my advice [for the little its worth] sort out your records into piles Chart Hits - generally not worth much - unless they have something 'different' about them [ limited release pic disc etc] Popular dancefloor hits [non chart] - worth a bit more money , as they probably have a following today [motown N/S Ska etc] Indulgences [worth a punt!?] , records bought becuase you felt there may be something that will 'hit big' on a dancefloor - but sank without trace ! -- these are the ones that may be worth some big bucks !!! Warnings - the value of a record is TOTALLY dependant on its condition, including the sleeve and label . A 45 that has been 'riced' ie the centre knocked out loses value as does 'Soundman markings' - writing on label - or scratching out title ... Best of luck Brian Link to post Share on other sites
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